12 May 1821 May 12, 2015 Author: Staff The first major battle of the Greek War of Independence is fought against the Turks is fought in Valtetsi. Famous Words of Inspiration..."Change and growth take place when a person has risked himself and dares to become involved with experimenting with his own life." Herbert Otto — Click here for more from Herbert Otto Related posts: 8 May 1821 23 September 1821 3 April 1834 Categories: History Tags: 12 May, 1821