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1947 in Greece

Explore 3 historical events and records for Greece in 1947.

Historical records for Greece in 1947

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April

Accession of King Paul

Glucksburg, Paul · Athens · Government / Government of Greece

Paul succeeds his brother George II as King of Greece.

Becomes Crown Prince

Glucksburg, Constantine · Athens · House / House of Denmark

After King George II dies and Paul becomes king, Constantine becomes heir apparent to the Greek throne.

Other events (month unknown)

Succession

Paul I · Athens · House / House of Denmark

Succeeds as King of Greece

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