Historical Events tagged with "king george I"
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Assassination of King George I of Greece
King George I of Greece was assassinated in Thessaloniki by a gunman named Alexandros Schinas while attending a ceremony. The King was shot at close range, resulting in immediate death. This act was part of political unrest fueled by Greek territorial expansion and opposition to foreign influence in the region. Schinas was subsequently captured and executed for his crime.
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King George I established the Greek Presidential Guard as the royal escort unit. This elite unit was tasked with protecting the Greek monarchy and symbolizing the nation’s military strength and commitment to sovereignty. Comprised initially of soldiers from various backgrounds, the Guard set a precedent for future ceremonial and presidential formations within Greece while showcasing the importance of military traditions in state functions.
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