Mikhail Khristodolou Mouskos Makarios15 July 1974
The Greek-Cypriot National Guard overthrow Makarios & seeks a union with Greece
Cyprus · Revolution / Revolution of Cyprus. Chronological records rendered directly from the World History Database.
The Greek-Cypriot National Guard overthrow Makarios & seeks a union with Greece
Leads the EOKA terrorist group to power, they are backed by the Greek Junta
The Greek Junta backs the EOKA to overthrow Makarios. The Greek Junta backs EOKA to overthrow Makarios. Rescued by the British but loses power
Makarios is forced into exile for 5 months
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