Historical Events tagged with "collaborationist police"

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Protests in Athens Against Forced Mobilization

March 5th, 1943 82 years ago

In Athens, workers organized a general strike and protest march due to rumors of forced mobilization of Greek labor for work in Germany. The situation escalated as protesters clashed with Axis occupation forces and collaborationist police. In response to the unrest and public outcry, the decree regarding forced labor was withdrawn the following day.

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Protest March Against Mobilization in Athens

February 24th, 1943 82 years ago

A large-scale protest erupted in Athens against rumors of forced mobilization of Greek workers for labor in Germany. Demonstrators clashed with Axis occupation forces and collaborationist police, illustrating the rising tension and opposition to the occupation. The protests highlighted the grievances of the Greek populace and their resistance to the demands of the Axis powers.

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