Reflecting on the Polytechneio Uprising: A Doctor’s Perspective
In a poignant episode of a documentary series, Dr. Giannis Theopistou recalls his experiences during the 1973 Polytechneio uprising in Athens, where he provided medical aid to injured students and citizens. The episode also features Nikos Christodoulakis, responsible for the Polytechnic’s radio station, weaving together their narratives with archival footage and audio snippets from that pivotal moment in Greek history. The reflections highlight the human impact of the events that transpired on November 17, encapsulating a significant chapter in Greece’s struggle for democracy.