15 July 1974CoupMikhail Khristodolou Mouskos Makarios
The Greek-Cypriot National Guard overthrow Makarios & seeks a union with Greece
Historical records for Cyprus in 1974, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
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
Lifted from the British base at Aktouri & flown via Malta to Britain
The Greek Junta backs EOKA to overthrow Makarios. Rescued by the British & loses power
Turkey captures 40% of Cyprus, inhabitants vote for a separate state
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