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1970 in Cyprus

Explore 3 historical events and records for Cyprus in 1970.

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Historical records for Cyprus in 1970

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March

March 1970

Assassination of Mikhail Khristodolou Mouskos Makarios

Makarios, Mikhail Khristodolou Mouskos · President of Cyprus · Government / Government of Cyprus

A group of Greek Cypriots attempt to assassinate Makarios

March 1970

Death of Mikhail Khristodolou Mouskos Makarios

Makarios, Mikhail Khristodolou Mouskos · President of Cyprus · Government / Government of Cyprus

A group of Greek Cypriots attempt to assassinate Makarios

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1970

Assassination of Mikhail Khristodolou Mouskos Makarios

Makarios, Mikhail Khristodolou Mouskos · Nicocea · President of Cyprus · Government / Government of Cyprus

Survives an assassination attempt when his private helicopter is shot down

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