Many ranking Greek members of the New York area and abroad attended the event
We were honored by visitations by many ranking Greek members of the New York area and abroad and by visitors from our friends from the University of Leuwen, Belgium and others.
General Manolas was then introduced by Chairman Harry Pateroulakis with all the most impressive accolades including the many languages the General is fluent in. It quickly became clear that he was an indeed a true expert of the Greek history and culture and he gave indeed a most comprehensive overview of his topic: Greek Independence Day: Symbol of the Liberation of the Spirit and Independence of Thought.br>
President Can Erbilgin presented the General with Honorary Membership in the Rotary Club of New York, which he proudly accepted.
The meeting was complimented by a traditional Greek menu and adjourned at 1.20pm
From left to right Honorable Guest Speaker General Christos Manolas,
Bulgarian Consul General Milen Lyutskanov, President RCNY Can Erbilgin,
Greek Dignitary and Chair of the Day Harry Pateroulakis
President Can Erbilgin in discussion with Greek Dignitary
A buzzing room with one of the People Movers Representatives filming the events
President Can Erbilgin at our historic podium
President Can Erbilgin with Singer of the Day, Scarlett Pildes and invocator Theodore Perednia
Theodore means “Present from God” in Greek. He delivered the invocation.
Mary Shakleton from the Metro NYC Club at our luncheon
A bit of fun at the head table.
Past President Jan Brown introducing new member Michael Snizek
Michael Snizek delivering some remarks of thanks.
Chair of the day, Harry Pateroulakis, welcoming the dignitaries and introducing the speaker of the day.
General Christos Manolas during his presentation.
Honorary Membership for the General presented by President Can Erbilgin.