1939, Glafkos Hydroelectric Power Station, Metaxas Era, King George ΙΙ, Greece

• Publisher: Glafkos Hydroelectric Power Station S.A., Athens

• Year: 1939

• Title: Το Δημιουργικό Έργον Μιας Δεκαετίας 1929–1939 (The Creative Work of a Decade)

• Edition: First Edition

• Pages: 32

• Binding: Original softcover

• Dimensions: 30 cm × 22 cm

• Language: Greek

• Condition: Good vintage condition with expected age-related wear. Please see photos for details.

About this Book:

A very rare industrial and propaganda publication, issued in 1939 to commemorate the first decade of operation of the Glafkos Hydroelectric Power Station near Patras, Greece.

The work highlights the construction, technical achievements, and social impact of the plant, which became a model project praised by King George II and Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas. It reflects the regime’s emphasis on public works and modernization during the interwar years.

Historical Significance:

• The Glafkos Hydroelectric Power Station, inaugurated in 1927, was among the first major hydroelectric facilities in Greece, bringing electricity to Patras and symbolizing industrial progress.

• The edition reflects the propaganda narrative of the Metaxas regime (1936–1941), linking technology and infrastructure to national pride.

• Beyond energy production, the company also pioneered the introduction of household electrical appliances in Patras and prepared plans for an electric bus (trolley) system.

Rarity:

Such corporate and propaganda editions were printed in limited numbers and rarely survive, especially in good condition. This makes it a highly desirable collectible for those interested in:

• Greek industrial and political history

• Interwar propaganda publications

• Early European electrification and infrastructure projects

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