The Greek Civil War (18 gen 1946 anni – 15 feb 1949 anni)

Descrizione:

Context : Greece occupied by Axis powers during World War II -> two factions: communist (EAM) and non-communist military arm ELAS
-> after war: power struggle factions

Event:
Initial Skirmishes (1946): attack by communist forces on a police station in Litochoro, they aimed to overthrow the monarchy and establish a socialist state --> US gets involved and sends ressources (Truman Doctrine)

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