The Battle of Navarino
The anniversary of the Battle of Navarino is an annual celebration in Costa Navarino. Visitors can observe a military ceremony and explore docked battleship(s) in the harbour. This year will mark the 184th anniversary of the historic battle that took place in 1827, when Britain, France and Russia defeated the Ottoman and Egyptian fleet in order to help gain Greek independence.
The Battle of Navarino by George Philip Reinagle
The Battle of Navarino claims the distinction of being the last naval battle in the world fought completely with sailing ships.