Michael I of Romania
Last King of Romania
Born
October 25th, 1921
103 years ago
Died
December 5th, 2017
7 years ago — 96 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Romania
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Served as king of Romania during two separate periods, from 1927 to 1930 and from 1940 to 1947. His reign witnessed significant events including World War II and the establishment of communist rule in Romania. Following the communist takeover, abdicated the throne under duress in 1947. Lived in exile for several decades, returning to Romania after the fall of communism in 1989.
Reigned during World War II
Abdicated the throne in 1947
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