Constantine II of Greece
King of Greece during a turbulent era
King of Greece during a turbulent era
Ruled as the King of Greece from 1964 until the abolition of the monarchy in 1973. Came to the throne after the death of his father, King Paul I. The reign was marked by political instability and a military coup in 1967, resulting in a period of exile. Returned to Greece after the fall of the military junta in 1974, but did not regain the throne. Lived in exile for the majority of his later life and made efforts to maintain a connection with the Greek Orthodox Church and his royal lineage.
Reigned during the 1967 military coup
Failed to regain the throne after the monarchy was abolished
Maintained a royal lineage in exile
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