Appointment by George II
King George II appoints Metaxas Prime Minister after political deadlock.
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1936 in Greece
Explore 6 historical events and records for Greece in 1936.
Historical records for Greece in 1936
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April
Appointment of Metaxas
King George II appoints Ioannis Metaxas to form a government.
Prime Minister of Greece
King George II appoints Ioannis Metaxas Prime Minister.
August
Fourth of August Regime
Metaxas establishes an authoritarian regime with the support of King George II.
Fourth of August Regime Supported
George II supports Metaxas's suspension of parliamentary government.
Parliamentary Government Suspended
Metaxas suspends constitutional government and establishes the Fourth of August regime.
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