Introductory Note

The Idea and Spirit Behind kartalistree.com

The website kartalistree.com was created to collect and preserve the historical material of the extended Kartalis family from Nea Kessani, Xanthi. Its purpose is to safeguard the family’s historical heritage, strengthen the bonds between its members, and record its history for future generations.

With the advancement of technology, it seems we are the last generation to hold on to printed photographs—and we don’t want them to be lost. This concern led to the creation of this platform, with the hope that it will be appreciated and embraced so that future generations will continue to enrich it.

The initial visionaries and supporters of Kartalis Tree are cousins Takis Kartalis (Amerikanos) and Takis Kartalis (Psilos). The first planning meeting took place in September 2023, and ten months later, we are pleased to present the outcome of our work.

This platform brings together historical photographs and texts related to the broader Kartalis family, as well as events and memories that have shaped its journey. The collection is not limited to the past but extends into the present, offering a living archive that is continually updated and expanded.

Recording the newer generations is equally important to preserve continuity and memory over time. For this reason, we invite all family members to contribute their own material. Photographs, texts, stories, and memories are all welcome and will help build a complete and dynamic family tree.

Your contribution is invaluable to achieving our goal. Through a shared effort, we can create a treasure trove of memories that will remain alive for generations to come. We invite every family member to participate actively in this initiative, offering their own material and helping preserve our heritage.

Thank you for your participation and interest in the extended family. Together, we can preserve and celebrate our history and ensure that our memory lives on in the hearts of future generations.