Bill > HR0198

This resolution declares October 28, 2025, as Oxi Day in Michigan, commemorating a pivotal moment in World War II history when Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas refused an ultimatum from Italian dictator Benito Mussolini on October 28, 1940. By responding "Oxi!" (meaning "No!") to Mussolini's demand to allow Italian forces to enter and occupy Greece, Metaxas sparked a resistance that had significant historical implications. Despite being militarily outmatched, Greek forces successfully repelled the Italian invasion and launched a counter-offensive, which ultimately forced Nazi Germany to divert military resources and delay its invasion of the Soviet Union. The resolution highlights the courage of the Greek people, as noted by world leaders like Winston Churchill and Franklin D. Roosevelt, and recognizes the cultural contributions of Greek-Americans in Michigan. By designating Oxi Day, the resolution aims to honor the Greek struggle against fascism, celebrate Greek heritage, and commemorate a moment of remarkable national resistance that played a crucial role in the Allied victory during World War II.

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HR-0198