George II of Greece
King of Greece during two periods
King of Greece during two periods
1947
79 years ago — 57 years old
Leaders & Politicians
Greece
Reigned as King of Greece during two separate periods, from 1922 to 1924 and from 1935 to 1947. Exiled due to the abolition of the monarchy in 1924, returned to power following a military coup in 1935. His reign included World War II, during which Greece faced occupation by Axis forces. After the war, the monarchy was restored, and governance continued until the eventual abolition of the monarchy in 1974, long after his death.
Reigned during World War II and Greek Civil War
Faced exile and restoration of monarchy
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