12 May 1821 Posted on May 12, 2015 by Staff The first major battle of the Greek War of Independence is fought against the Turks is fought in Valtetsi. Famous Words of Inspiration..."Who is the happiest of men? He who values the merits of others, and in their pleasure takes joy, even as though 'twere his own." Johann Wolfgang von Goethe — Click here for more from Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Related posts: 8 May 1821 23 September 1821 3 April 1834