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100 1 _aStillman, William James,
_d1828-1901
245 1 4 _aThe Cretan Insurrection of 1866-7-8
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2015-09-13
508 _aProduced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"The Cretan Insurrection of 1866-7-8" by William J. Stillman is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the events surrounding the Cretan revolt against Ottoman rule during the years mentioned, providing insights into the complexities of political influences and the cultural heritage of the Cretan people. It explores the socio-political dynamics of the time, focusing on the Cretans’ struggle for autonomy and the various powers that intervened in their affairs. The opening of the text introduces readers to the context preceding the insurrection, notably Stillman’s personal involvement as the U.S. Consul in Crete. He reflects on the historical background of the island, illuminating its unique character and the grievances that led to heightened tensions. Through various interactions with local officials and the unfolding political landscape marked by oppression, he sets the stage for the subsequent assembly of Cretan leaders, which becomes a catalyst for revolt. The narrative highlights the significant “Assembly” at Omalo, showcasing both the democratic aspirations of the Cretans and the volatile political environment that ultimately leads to conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCrete (Greece) -- History -- Insurrection, 1866-1868
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49956
999 _c90794
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