Heraklion honors WWII resistance fighters who sabotaged airport in 1942

Friday, 12 June 2026/Source: Flashnews/1 min read

Authorities in Heraklion recently held a memorial ceremony to honor the Greek resistance fighters who sabotaged the city's airport in June 1942, during the Axis occupation of Crete in World War II. The event included a commemorative prayer service and wreath-laying by local officials. The sabotage operation was carried out by Cretan resistance members who risked their lives to disrupt enemy military activity at what is now Heraklion International Airport. This kind of commemoration reflects the deep pride Cretans hold for their wartime resistance history. Visitors interested in this period can explore related exhibits at the Historical Museum of Crete in Heraklion, which documents the island's occupation and resistance in detail. The museum is located near the waterfront and is open to the public most days of the week.