The national identity of a country depends on the political and cultural matters of the nation, and its distinction from other nations. Culturally, the nation is made up of different aspects such as language, religion, customs, music, and ethnicity. Politically, the nation is shaped by common history, a defined territory, a form of government, and common symbols. However, national identity cannot exist without having another nation to compare itself to. In the article, “National Identity and The Other,” Anna Triandafyllidou states that national identity is not only defined from within but also from without, through distinguishing the nation from other nations or ethnic groups (Triandafyllidou, 1998). This process of examination and differentiation from other nations helps nations build and strengthen their idea of national identity. The formation of Greek national identity starts with its language. During the Ottoman rule, the Greek-speaking population was among various groups, whic...