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1950 in Cyprus

Explore 4 historical events and records for Cyprus in 1950.

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Historical records for Cyprus in 1950

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1950

Archbishop

Makarios, Mikhail Khristodolou Mouskos · Archbishop of Cyprus · Religion / Church of Cyprus

Appointed Archbishop

1950

Greek Orthodox Church

Makarios, Mikhail Khristodolou Mouskos · Head of Greek Orthodox Church · Religion / Greek Orthodox Church

Appointed Head of the Orthodox Church in Cyprus

1950

Name

Makarios, Mikhail Khristodolou Mouskos · Head of Greek Orthodox Church · Religion / Greek Orthodox Church

Adopts the name Makarios meaning "blessed"

1950

Primate

Makarios, Mikhail Khristodolou Mouskos · Primate · Religion / Church of Cyprus

Appointed Primate of the Orthodox Church of Cyprus

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