Military & Warfare

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.

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