greek_ggirl
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Does anyone know a bit more about why the civil war in Greece started?
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Politics can get complicated. After the end of German occupation of Greece in WWII, were two groups that wanted to take power: the non-Communists/Government Army and the Communists.
The civil war was fought on and off between 1943 and 1949. The United States provided support to the Greek government in order to prevent Greece from falling into the Soviet sphere of influence.
The civil war was fought on and off between 1943 and 1949. The United States provided support to the Greek government in order to prevent Greece from falling into the Soviet sphere of influence.
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March 25th marks a significant celebration in Greece, but I realize my knowledge on its historical context is quite limited.
From what I understand, this day commemorates the start of the War of Greek Independence in 1821, where Greece sought to end several centuries of Ottoman rule. However, I'm eager to learn more about the intricacies of this period, the key figures involved, and how the struggle for independence unfolded over time.
Additionally, I'd be interested in understanding how this day is celebrated across Greece today and whether any particular traditions are tied to it. For example, are there specific ceremonies, parades, or family traditions that uniquely mark this day in Greek culture?
From what I understand, this day commemorates the start of the War of Greek Independence in 1821, where Greece sought to end several centuries of Ottoman rule. However, I'm eager to learn more about the intricacies of this period, the key figures involved, and how the struggle for independence unfolded over time.
Additionally, I'd be interested in understanding how this day is celebrated across Greece today and whether any particular traditions are tied to it. For example, are there specific ceremonies, parades, or family traditions that uniquely mark this day in Greek culture?
