Yannis Gouras

1771–1826 (age 55)

Biography

Yannis Gouras was a dedicated military personnel who served with distinction during the Greek War of Independence. As a military leader, he participated in the campaigns that secured Greek freedom from Ottoman rule and contributed to the establishment of the independent Greek state.

Gouras's commitment to the independence cause is commemorated by his burial at the Faneromeni monastery in Salamina, a location of historical significance in the struggle for Greek freedom. His service represents the sacrifice and dedication of the military personnel who fought for Greek independence during the pivotal 1820s.