HRES 840
Expressing support for the designation of October 28 as "Oxi Day" to commemorate the anniversary of Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas answer of "Oxi!" or "No!" to surrender to the Axis forces, inflicting a fatal wound that helped save democracy for the world.
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US Congress
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119th Congress (2025-2026)
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Jun 14, 2026, 12:16 PM
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This resolution expresses support for designating October 28th as "Oxi Day" to honor the anniversary of the Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas’s refusal to surrender to the Axis forces during World War II. The resolution highlights the significance of this event – his ‘Oxi!’ response – in delaying the Nazi invasion of Russia and ultimately contributing to the Allied victory. It also recognizes Greece’s crucial role in inspiring hope and resistance against fascism during the war and celebrates the enduring alliance between the United States and Greece.
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