A statement from a Greek Communist youth group suggesting young people should follow “in the footsteps of DSE fighters” has drawn criticism. DSE refers to the Democratic Army of Greece, the military branch of the Communist Party during the Greek Civil War (1946-1949). The remark implies emulation of a controversial and bloody period in Greek history. The author sarcastically interprets the “footsteps” as those of a retreat, referencing the DSE’s withdrawal from Vitsi mountain to avoid government forces. This characterization highlights the defeat and perceived failures of the communist insurgency. Critics argue the statement romanticizes violence and the civil war, potentially encouraging extremist views among young people. The comment underscores ongoing tensions surrounding Greece's 20th-century political struggles and differing interpretations of its historical legacy.