The Hellenic navy - grounded in a long tradition and committed to the future
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Chief of the Greek Naval Staff Vice Admiral George Ioannidis discussed in an interview the maritime challenges confronting the Hellenic Navy (HN) in relation to Greece's general defense agenda. Ioannidis said the primary mission of the HN was to secure sea control and maritime lines of communications and trade among Greece's 3,000 islands and the mainland. Ioannidis also discussed HN's participation in NATO missions and its Special Assistance Provision Programmes with other navies.
Publication Name: Naval Forces
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0722-8880
Year: 1998
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Why Minister Tsochatzopoulos is good to his Navy
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Minister of National Defence Apostolos-Athanasios Tsochatzopoulos is among the rare European defense officials enjoying widespread domestic popular support. He plans a naval modernization program costing $15 billion in 2000-2005.
Publication Name: Naval Forces
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0722-8880
Year: 2001
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Sailing proudly - The Hellenic Navy
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Greece's geostrategic situation requires a continuation of its historic focus on seapower and readiness. Force planning includes both modernization and industrial promotion.
Publication Name: Naval Forces
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0722-8880
Year: 2001
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