Battle of Greece (mar 6, 1941 – apr 30, 1941)
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Having initially wished to remain neutral, Greece was pulled into the war when it came under increasing pressure from Italy. Seeking to show Italian military prowess while also demonstrating his independence from German leader Adolf Hitler, Benito Mussolini levied an ultimatum on October 28, 1940, calling for the Greeks to permit Italian troops to cross the border from Albania to occupy unspecified strategic locations in Greece. Though the Greeks were given three hours to comply, Italian forces invaded before the deadline had passed. Attempting to push towards Epirus, Mussolini's troops were halted at the Battle of Elaia–Kalamas.
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