In Greece we're too poor to go to psychiatrists -- we have friends instead.

There are no such things as the Elgin Marbles.

In Greece we're too poor to go to psychiatrists -- we have friends instead.

Much has been said and continues to be said of what little concern the Turks had for the Acropolis treasures.

England and Greece are friends. English blood was shed on Greek soil in the war against fascism, and Greeks gave their lives to protect English pilots.

After independence was gained, one of the first Acts passed by the Greek government was for the protection and preservation of national monuments.

You must understand what the Parthenon Marbles mean to us. They are our pride. They are our sacrifices. They are our noblest symbol of excellence. They are a tribute to the democratic philosophy. They are our aspirations and our name. They are the essence of Greekness.