Historical Events tagged with "elas"
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Clashes in Athens: ELAS vs. Government Forces
Fighting erupted in Athens between ELAS, a leftist resistance group, and government troops, supported by the British Army. The clashes were rooted in political tensions that had escalated during the Greek occupation by Axis powers. The ELAS sought to establish control and influence in post-war Greece, leading to a violent confrontation with the government forces. This outbreak marked a significant moment in the broader context of the Greek Civil War.
Continue ReadingBattle of Meligalas: ELAS vs. Security Battalions
The Battle of Meligalas involved clashes between the Greek People's Liberation Army (ELAS) and collaborationist security battalions. Fought in the town of Meligalas, it was a significant engagement during final stages of World War II in Greece. The ELAS sought to combat local and German occupation forces and establish control. The battle resulted in heavy fighting and numerous casualties, further escalating the tensions between resistance groups and collaborationist factions.
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