Greece to mark anniversary of Byron's death

Greece has declared the anniversary of the death of Lord Byron, the Romantic poet who fought in its 19th century war of independence, as a day of celebration to hail Greek culture. Byron died of pneumonia fighting Ottoman rule on April 19, 1824, and a parliament statement said this day would now be marked by events to keep alive the memory of "a man who believed deeply in democratic values and Hellenism." more from daily news »