Retour aux actusOn Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 19:30, the Chania Cultural Center hosts the presentation of "Children's Testimonies from the Battle of Crete and the Occupation II," the second volume in a series documenting firsthand accounts from local children who lived through the 1941 Battle of Crete and the subsequent German occupation. The event offers visitors a rare opportunity to engage with Cretan wartime history through personal narratives collected from survivors. The Battle of Crete, fought in May 1941, is a defining moment in the island's identity and is commemorated annually around this date. Attending this presentation is a meaningful way to understand the historical depth behind the memorials, museums, and ceremonies you may encounter during your visit. The Chania Cultural Center is located in the city center, easily reachable on foot from the Venetian harbor.
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