On Wednesday the 23rd of October 2024, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) Headquarters hosted the 20th Plenary Conference, under the auspices of the Hellenic National Defence General Staff (HNDGS). The Participating Nations representatives, during the Plenary, confirmed their commitment to NRDC-GR, while they reached a consensus on issues related to the HQ’s organizational changes and…
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We proudly remember the 28th of October 1940 when Greece engaged in WWII. We celebrate the “OXI” Day (OXI, means No!), the denial of our ancestors to surrender and their strong will to fight heroically against fascism. We honor the Greek Soldiers, who fought and died on the mountains for our freedom. Ζήτω η 28η Οκτωβρίου 1940!
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On Tuesday 15th and Wednesday 16th October 2024, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) HQ conducted the Final Coordination Conference (FCC) of Exercise GORDIAN KNOT 24 (GOKN24). With the FCC, the planning phase of GOKN24 is officially completed! The focus now shifts to the execution phase. Stay tuned for updates as we embark on the exercise.
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On Friday 11thof October 2024, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps Greece (NRDC-GR) held an official ceremony on its premises for the celebration of the Spanish National Day (Fiesta Nacional de España). Commander NRDC-GR Lieutenant General Athanasios GARINIS, welcomed the Honorary Consul of Spain, Mr. Samuel NAHMIAS, the participating Consuls from allied Contributing Nations and members of the Spanish…
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On Thursday 3rd of October 2024, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR), conducted on its premises the 2024/II Internship Induction Training, in the context of the NATO Internship Program (NIP). The purpose of the training was to welcome the newcomer interns and to provide them initial guidance and instructions. In addition, COS NRDC-GR urged…
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On Friday, 27th September 2024, the NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) HQ, on its premises, verified the readiness of its Liaison and Reconnaissance Team (LRT) for rapid deployment in a potential crisis area. The purpose of this training event was to evaluate procedures from the activation of the LRT up to its actual…
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On Friday the 20th of September 2024, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR), organized a daily visit for the staff and families to the historic ROUPEL Fortification and Bunkers in northern Greece, one of the most significant military installations in the country. The compound is known for its strategic design and played a crucial role in…
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From Thursday 19th to Friday 20th September 2024, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) organized the “SIKINOS 24” Intelligence Seminar, in Thessaloniki, Greece. The purpose of the annual “SIKINOS” Intelligence Seminars is to improve Intel knowledge and understanding in the various areas of interest of the Alliance, as well as strengthening relationships between NATO HQs and…
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On Tuesday the 10th of September 2024, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) held an official ceremony on its premises, for the celebration of the Polish Independence Day. NRDC-GR Commander Lieutenant General Athanasios GARINIS welcomed the Charge D’ Affairs a.i. of the Republic of Poland Embassy in Greece (Athens), Mrs. Ewa Panczak and the participating…
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On Monday the 9th of September 2024, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps Greece (NRDC-GR) held an official ceremony at its premises for the celebration of the National Day of the Republic of North Macedonia. NRDC-GR Commander Lieutenant General Athanasios GARINIS, welcomed the Charge D’ Affairs a.i. of the Consulate General of the Republic of North Macedonia in…
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