Peter II of Yugoslavia
Former King of Yugoslavia
Born
September 6th, 1923
101 years ago
Died
1970
55 years ago — 47 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Yugoslavia
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Ascended to the throne as a child after the abdication of his father. His reign was marked by World War II and the subsequent invasion of Yugoslavia by Axis powers. Following the occupation, he fled to London, where he established a government-in-exile. Worked to unite the Yugoslav resistance against fascism and sought support from the Allies. After the war, the monarchy was abolished, leading to a new socialist government in Yugoslavia. Lived in exile until his death in 1970 in the United States.
Reigned as King of Yugoslavia from 1934 to 1945
Established a government-in-exile during WWII
Advocated for the Yugoslav resistance against Axis powers
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