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Visit the Guards at Greek Parliament Members of the Presidential Guard stationed outside the Hellenic Parliament are known as "Evzones." They were founded in 1868 as a Greek army unit and have since become synonymous with the city of Athens. Thus, it is a great honour for a soldier to be chosen for the Evzones. They stand vigil over the grave of the Unknown Soldier, which serves as a memorial to all unknown troops slain in battle, and in front of