The presentation of the book by Augustinos (Dinos) Char. Augustis, entitled "The Betrayed Generation of '74 - Cyprus, 50 Leap Years - "Cyprus Does Not Lie Far Away"", was held with great success on Friday, September 26, 2026, at the Municipal Hall of Paralimni - Deryneia.
The event was welcomed by the Mayor of Paralimni - Deryneia, who referred to the importance of historical memory and the need to preserve knowledge about the events of 1974 and their consequences for Cyprus and Cypriot Hellenism.
Greetings were delivered by the President of the Association "33rd Commando Squadron 1974 PELLAPAISI", Mr. Lambros Kakoullis, while the book was presented by the Member of the European Parliament, Mr. Costas Mavridis and Mr. Iraklis Gerogiokas.
The event was also attended by the publisher, Mr. Elias Epifaniou.
Particular reference was made to the action and sacrifice of the men of the 33rd Commando Squadron and its late Commander, Georgios Katsanis, as well as to the importance of recording testimonies and events that make up the historical memory of 1974.
The Municipality of Paralimni - Deryneia supports initiatives that contribute to the study, recording and preservation of the history of our place, with particular responsibility towards the younger generations.
Historical memory is a debt and a legacy.
