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This year, Papoulaki was a little less attended than last, but had equal impact nonetheless. For nothern Ithacans, this Saint holds a special place in their hearts. Papoulaki lived during the time of the Turkish Occupation. He played his part in saving Greeks from the Turks by bringing them across to the Ionian and Ithaca, he also provided food for those on the mainland during great times of poverty and need. It was only in recent times that he was officially recognized as a Saint and has been celebrated ever since.
