Library paper used for cartridges

Library paper used for cartridges
1821-05-01

Kolokotronis and Fotakos recall Dimitsana’s sacrifice for the war effort.

Facing shortages of paper for fousekia (cartridge rolls), rebels used books from the Dimitsana School Library and monasteries to wrap cartridges—an oft-cited symbol of the town’s total commitment to the struggle.

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