The Battle of Trahili was fought on 15 August 1943 between Cretan partisans and German occupying forces during World War II. It took place near the village of Vorizia in south-central Crete, when German forces attempted to surround a small group of partisans led by the local chieftain Petrakogiorgis. Most of the partisans managed to escape, despite being heavily outnumbered.
20th Century · 15th August
World War II: Battle of Trahili: Superior German forces surround Cretan partisans, who manage to escape against all odds.
1943
Year of Event
83
Years Ago