Historical Events tagged with "Greek"

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Military & Warfare

Turkish Victory in Smyrna Ends Greco-Turkish War

September 9th, 1922 102 years ago

The Turkish forces captured Smyrna from the Greeks, marking a decisive victory in the Greco-Turkish War. This event, a culmination of the conflict that began in 1919, solidified the Turkish National Movement's control over western Anatolia. The capture of Smyrna, a city with significant Greek population, was critical in shaping the territorial boundaries post-war. The event resulted in mass civilian displacement and has lasting ramifications on Greek-Turkish relations.

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Politics & Government

Bari's Greek Citizens Unite Against Lombard Forces

June 11th, 1011 1013 years ago

In Bari, the Greek citizens led a decisive revolt against the Lombard rebels led by Melus, successfully delivering the city to Basil Mesardonites, the Byzantine governor. This uprising represented the resilience and loyalty of the local populace, who sought to protect their city from the ongoing Lombard incursions and maintain their allegiance to the Byzantine Empire.

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