Historical Events tagged with "king constantine i"
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Greece Enters World War I on Allies' Side
Greece officially joined the Allied Powers in World War I, marking a significant shift in its political alliances and military actions. The decision followed a tumultuous period of political strife within Greece, including rivalries between King Constantine I and Prime Minister Eleftherios Venizelos. Venizelos was a strong proponent of joining the Allies, whereas the king favored neutrality. Ultimately, internal divisions led to a formal declaration of war against the Central Powers, uniting Greece with countries like Britain, France, and Russia.
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