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..."If you would be known, and not know, vegetate in a village; If you would know, and not be known, live in a city." Charles Caleb Colton — Click here for more from Charles Caleb Colton Related posts: 8 May 1821 23 September 1821 3 April 1834 Categories: History Tags: 12 May, 1821