During my visit, I had the honor of presenting my work to the librarian in charge, as a symbolic contribution to the dissemination of the history and cultural heritage of Kampos, Chios, within one of the world’s most important centers of knowledge. It is well known that after the Massacre of Chios in 1822, many…

A pleasant encounter in a place of significant historical and architectural value, where we had the opportunity to discuss the history of the Calvocoressi family, as well as the cultural heritage of Kampos, Chios, which continues to live on through its mansions, memories, and people.

Together with my cousin Dimos Yargias (on the left), son of Konstantinos Yargias (†2010) and Argyro Yargias – Athanasaki. At that time, the Yargias family served as caretakers of the Michalos estate, belonging to one of Chios’ most distinguished benefactor families, founders of the Michalos Ceramics Works and the National “Michaleion” Girls’ Orphanage of Chios.…