Milton Iatridis

Milton Iatridis served as the commander of the submarine Papanikolis during the Second World War. In December 1940, he led significant strikes on the Axis forces' supply lines, showcasing exceptional tactical skills and bravery. Enduring harsh conditions, including sleep deprivation, water scarcity, and the challenges of underwater life, Iatridis and his crew demonstrated unwavering unity and patriotism.

To avoid underwater bombs set to detonate at greater depths, Iatridis strategically kept the submarine at an intermediate depth, allowing them to deliver crucial blows to the Axis forces. After the Greek front fell, Iatridis and the Papanikolis submarine, along with its crew, sailed to Egypt to join the allied forces in their fight against the Axis powers.

Milton Iatridis's remarkable actions served as the inspiration for the 1971 film titled "The Papanikolis Submarine,".