Death of Constantine II
Constantine II dies in Athens at the age of eighty-two and is later buried at the former royal cemetery at Tatoi.
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
2023 in Greece
Explore 13 historical events and records for Greece in 2023.
Historical records for Greece in 2023
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January
Hellenic Olympic Committee Mourning
The Hellenic Olympic Committee lowers flags at its headquarters and the Panathenaic Stadium after Constantine's death.
IOC Flag Lowered
After Constantine's death, the International Olympic Committee orders the Olympic flag at its Lausanne headquarters flown at half-mast for three days.
Burial beside Parents
Constantine is buried at Tatoi beside his parents after Orthodox prayers are held at the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Foreign Heads of State Attend Funeral
Seven serving heads of state attend Constantine's funeral alongside representatives of European royal families.
Funeral and Burial
Constantine II's funeral is held at the Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens before his burial at the former royal cemetery at Tatoi.
Funeral Officiated by Archbishop
Archbishop Hieronymos II of Athens and All Greece officiates at Constantine's funeral with members of the Holy Synod present.
Private Funeral Status
The Greek government decides that Constantine will be buried as a private citizen without the honors reserved for a serving head of state.
Public Viewing before Funeral
Before Constantine's funeral, his coffin lies for several hours in the Chapel of Saint Eleftherios so members of the public can pay respects.
May
Caretaker Government Formed
Sarmas leads a caretaker government between the May and June elections.
June
Second Mitsotakis Government
Mitsotakis begins a second premiership after New Democracy wins the June election.
Other events (month unknown)
Athanasiadis AEK Championship Goalkeeping
Giorgos Athanasiadis provides assured goalkeeping for AEK Athens during their championship campaign. His handling and positioning support the defensive stability of the title-winning side.
Greek International Goalkeeper Signing
Odysseas Vlachodimos arrived at Nottingham Forest from Benfica in September 2023. The Greece international provided another experienced option in goal for the Premier League club.
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