1940 ⟶ Greeks Push Italian Troops out of Greece

The Greeks continue to advance, and evict Italian troops fro...
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1940

🛡️ Greeks Push Italian Troops out of Greece

The Greeks continue to advance, and evict Italian troops from Greek soil.The Greek counter-offensive⟶
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🇮🇹 Italian Advance in Greece Continues

The Italian advance into Greece continues. Vovousa is captured and Italian aircraft bomb Salonika.⟶
Italian Advance in Greece Continues (1940)
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🇬🇷 Battle of Elaia–Kalamas Ends, Italian Offensive Stalls

The Battle of Elaia–Kalamas ends and the Italians end their futile offensive in Greece.⟶
Battle of Elaia–Kalamas Ends, Italian Offensive Stalls (1940)
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🇬🇷 Battle of Pindus: Greek Victory

The Battle of Pindus ends in a Greek victory.⟶
Battle of Pindus: Greek Victory (1940)
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⚔️ Greek Counter-Offensive Against Italy Begins

The Greek counter-offensive against the Italians begins.⟶
Greek Counter-Offensive Against Italy Begins (1940)
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🇬🇧 Churchill Sends Troops to Greece

Churchill orders some British troops in North Africa to be sent to Greece, despite concerns by his military leaders that they are needed in the current campaign against the Italians in North Africa.⟶
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