Digital Guardians of Memory: A new interactive exhibit on the Evzones

Donated by the Civil Non-Profit Company Fermeli to the War Museum, implemented by PostScriptum with the sponsorship of PeopleCert.

On Monday, 10 November 2025, at the well-attended “Ioannis Kapodistrias” Amphitheatre of the War Museum, the new digital, interactive exhibit titled “Evzones: A Living History – Uniforms and Symbols of Freedom” was successfully presented. This innovative project is a donation from the Civil Non-Profit Company Fermeli to the War Museum, implemented by the company PostScriptum thanks to the generous sponsorship of PeopleCert.

The exhibit has been integrated into the Museum’s permanent collection and is available to visitors on the first floor, right next to the exit of the exhibition area.

It consists of a state-of-the-art large interactive screen that allows users to explore the historical trajectory of the Evzone units and to discover the eight official uniforms of the Presidential Guard. Visitors can access fascinating information and rich multimedia material about the name, origin, construction materials, colours, and symbolism of each component of the uniforms, which have been meticulously and artistically designed by visual artist and graphic designer Kalypso Evdokidou.

^{From left: Antonios Oikonomou – Secretary General, Ministry of National Defence; Konstantinos Karamesinis – Chairman of the Board, War Museum; Byron Nicolaides – President & CEO, PeopleCert; Kostas Konstantinidis – Founder & CEO, PostScriptum. Photos: Georgia Kanidou.}

The event opened with remarks by the Secretary General of the Ministry of National Defence, Mr. Antonios Oikonomou, who emphasized that “the Evzones are a timeless point of reference for the Nation—symbols of pride, discipline, and bravery, keeping historical memory alive and inspiring younger generations.” Referring to the new exhibit, he noted that it represents “a modern approach to highlighting a glorious institution.”

This was followed by a greeting from the Chairman of the Board of the War Museum, Air Marshal (ret.) Mr. Konstantinos Karamesinis, who expressed his particular satisfaction with the collaboration between Fermeli and the teams involved. “The result,” he stressed, “honours our Museum and contributes substantially to making the history of the Evzones accessible, appealing, and comprehensible to the wider public. The synergy between the War Museum and private initiative is bearing fruit with a meaningful impact.”

Next, the President and CEO of PeopleCert, Mr. Byron Nicolaides, took the floor, speaking visibly moved. “For me,” he said, “this project is not just a sponsorship. It is a personal journey of memory. I remember myself as a child, seeing Evzones for the first time at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, just a few days after my arrival from Constantinople. That image has remained engraved within me. That is why I am especially proud that PeopleCert is contributing to a project that highlights such powerful symbols of our identity and history.” 

The Founder and CEO of PostScriptum, Mr. Kostas Konstantinidis, in his own address, underscored the significance of the project and of his company’s collaboration with the War Museum. “PostScriptum has produced notable digital applications for the Museum in the past, but this particular project holds a special place for us,” he noted. “It is an example of how technology, when combined with well-founded historical research and a creative approach, can bring culture closer to the public. The collaboration between the cultural sector and the Armed Forces demonstrates that tradition can be showcased through modern means without losing its depth and gravity.”

^{Liza Penteroudaki – President of the Civil Non-Profit Company Fermeli, and Aris Katopodis – Academic Lead of the Project. Photos: Georgia Kanidou.}

In the main part of the event, the President of the Civil Non-Profit Company Fermeli, Mrs. Liza Penteroudaki, spoke, referring to Fermeli’s strategic mission to preserve and highlight the country’s cultural heritage. “The Evzones,” she emphasized, “are not just a military unit but bearers of values, symbols, and ideals. With this new exhibit, we want to convey to the public—young and old, Greeks and foreigners alike—the significance of the Evzones’ presence, to safeguard memory, and to give younger generations a way to connect with history through the tools of today.”

The project’s academic lead, historian and researcher Mr. Aris Katopodis, then took the floor, offering a detailed presentation of the interactive exhibit’s functionality while also speaking about the deep historical and symbolic significance of the Evzone Corps. “The Evzones,” he noted, “are a living symbol of political independence, national dignity, and democracy. Every element of their uniform has its own history and symbolic purpose. The new exhibit allows us to narrate this story in a direct, clear, and engaging way.”

The event was moderated by author Elpida Minadaki, while the presentations were musically framed by pianist Mimi Roufougali and mezzo-soprano Stefania Pappa, creating a distinctive atmosphere that underscored the formal and commemorative character of the evening. 

The event concluded with a reception, also offered by PeopleCert, giving attendees the opportunity to exchange impressions about the new exhibit and its significance.

The evening was crowned with complete success, affirming the creative dialogue between technology, culture, and historical memory. At the same time, it highlighted the vast possibilities that arise when the public and private sectors, cultural institutions, and the Armed Forces join forces. The new exhibit is a prime example of how modern digital technology can meet, support, and elevate traditional academic and historical research, transforming it into a living, accessible, and captivating experience for the public. 

In this meeting of old and new—where the classic narratives of national history connect with contemporary storytelling media—new forms of presenting, understanding, and engaging with our cultural heritage emerge, pointing to a future filled with even more creative collaborations.

^{Snapshot of the use of the digital screen during the exploration of the “Winter Daily Service Uniform.” Photo: Georgia Kanidou.}