Greek-American Historical Museum of Washington State

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The Flying Educator
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Nick Cosmakos
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THE FLYING EDUCATOR Nick Cosmakos’ aviation career really began at 16 years of age when his parents gave him a $200 gift certificate to …

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The Added Value of Being Greek
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Angelo and Mary Xidias
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When Angelos and Maria Xidias came to Seattle, Washington, in the 1980s, their Greek backgrounds augmented their new experiences and opportunities in the United States.

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Five Generations and Counting
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Derezes and Falangus Families
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The Derezes and Falangus families were among the first Greek settlers in the northwest United States. Five generations later their descendants have maintained their Greek culture.

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Bringing the Cooking Back Home
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Theodora Cokinakis Geokezas
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Born, raised and educated in Washington State, Theodora Cokinakis Geokezas spent 31 years in Minnesota raising her family, serving her community and polishing her culinary skills.

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The Grilling of Pericles
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Perry Scarlatos
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On the way to his interview Pericles “Perry” Homer Scarlatos, while clutching several manila folders full of family history and photos, said “I’m ready for my grilling.”

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