The revolution started when Alexander Ypsilantis invaded Jassy and declared Greece a free country. In the Peloponnese the Archbishop of Patras Paleon Patron Germanos lead the uprising in 23 of March 1821. The Greek army of the Peloponesse was lead by Theodoros Kolokotronis. Other famous Greek leaders of the revoloution where Georgios Karaiskakis, Athanassios Diakos, Odysseas Androutsos, Grigorios Dikaios or Papaflessas, while in the seas, Konstantinos Kanaris, Laskarina boubo

City of Chicago Compliance Rules: The parade will begin promptly at 2:30 pm. All groups shall arrive one and a half (1 1/2) hours before the parade begins so there is the proper check from the parade committee. The parade will go on rain or shine. No stopping or loitering No use of fireworks or firearms. Everyone marching should wear formal attire suitable for this ethnic celebration. Marchers must march in formation of three (3) lines (special emphasis on schools). No visual

Members of the ENOSIS Federation, thank all who have shown their support to make the Chicago Greek Independence Day Parade a successful one. The effort put in by the members and volunteers from numerous Greek organizations, schools, clubs and fraternities is greatly appreciated. The Chicago Greek Independence Day parade is an opportunity for all Greeks to unite under one banner, in remembrance of those who fought for our independence. This is the time to give younger generati