Stake attention in this memory
This media file displays an old, creased, and discolored document, likely part of a historical exhibition in Nea Filadelfia, Greece. The document is an "INDEFINITE LEAVE SLIP" (ΦΥΛΛΟΝ ΑΟΡΙΣΤΟΥ ΑΔΕΙΑΣ) issued by the MILITARY ADMINISTRATION OF CHIOS (ΣΤΡΑΤΙΩΤΙΚΗ ΔΙΟΙΚΗΣΙΣ ΧΙΟΥ). It is dated "In Chios on 31 August 1922" (Ἐν Χίᾳ τῇ 31 Αυγούστου 1922). Attached to the document is a small, faded black and white photograph of a man with a beard, wearing what appears to be a uniform or formal attire. This is presumably the recipient of the leave. An accompanying dark informational panel, partially visible on the left, provides context. It states: "3. Indefinite Leave Slip of soldier Konstantinos Kourtis. The front has now collapsed." (3. Φύλλο Αορίστου Αδείας του στρατιώτη Κωνσταντίνου Κούρτη. Το μέτωπο έχει πλέον καταρρεύσει.). This indicates the document belonged to soldier Konstantinos Kourtis and was issued during a critical moment in history, likely referring to the collapse of the Greek front during the Asia Minor Catastrophe. The document itself details that the indefinite leave is granted "pursuant to no. 14735 confidential Order of the Ministry of Military Affairs" to a reservist (named Kourtis, as per the label) from the "Community of Trikala" and "Prefecture of Trikala" (handwritten). The bottom right of the document bears a faint circular stamp and a handwritten signature, likely that of "The Military Commander" (Ὁ Στρατιωτικός Διοικητής). Part of a white towel or cloth is visible at the very top of the frame, with accompanying text on the panel that mentions "wrapped the wound" (τύλιξε το τραύμα), suggesting another related exhibit. The overall scene depicts a historical artifact on display, highlighting a personal experience within a broader wartime context.
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