Arrival of King Otto
Otto arrives in Greece and the Bavarian regency begins governing in his name.
Role range: 1832-1862
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Otto Wittelsbach Biography and Timeline
Follow Otto Wittelsbach through 5 dated historical records for Greece.
Otto Wittelsbach, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1833–1843Years on this page
1833
1834
Athens Declared Capital
The royal government designates Athens as the capital of Greece.
Role range: 1832-1862
1835
Personal Rule Begins
Otto reaches legal majority and assumes direct control from the regency.
Role range: 1832-1862
1843
Constitution Promised
Otto agrees to summon a National Assembly following the September uprising.
Role range: 1832-1862
September Revolution
A military and popular uprising compels King Otto to accept constitutional government.
Role range: 1832-1862
Records, sources and methodology
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