1944 ⟶ Dekemvriana Begin in Athens
The Dekemvriana ("December events") begin in the Greek capit...
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1944
1945
💥 Dekemvriana Begin in Athens
The Dekemvriana ("December events") begin in the Greek capital, Athens, between members of the leftist National Liberation Front and government forces, backed by the British. The clashes are limited to Athens, however, and the rest of the country remains relatively tranquil.⟶
GreeceAthensDekemvrianaCivil WarPolitical ConflictPost-WarNational Liberation FrontBritish Involvement
🇬🇧 British Troops Enter Athens
British troops enter Athens.⟶
GreeceAthensBritish ArmyLiberationMilitary OccupationPoliticsPost-WarUK
🕊️ Ceasefire in Athens Ends Dekemvriana
15: The British commander in Athens, General Ronald Scobie, accepts a request for a ceasefire from the Greek People's Liberation Army. This marks the end of the Dekemvriana, resulting in clear defeat for the Greek Left.⟶
GreeceDekemvrianaCivil WarAthensBritish ArmyGreek LeftCeasefirePolitical ConflictPost-War