Greece: Elections - 73

Record ID: 2119

  • Title: Greece: Elections - 73
  • Date: 1st June 1973
  • Summary: The military regime which ruled Greece by decree since 1967, in June drafted a set of constitutional changes which it felt would give the country a more appropriate governing structure. It proposed a change from Monarchy to Presidential republic, and gave notice that a national referendum would be held on the issue. Premier Papadopoulos appeared on television seeking confirmation, by popular vote, as the Greek Republic's first president. Papadopoulos accused exiled King Constantine of plotting against the authorities. Opponents of the regime claimed the electoral campaign one-sided, with martial law still evident. Despite this Papadopoulos was later sworn in as President of Greece. 3 months later, students demonstrating for greater academic and political freedom were met with tank gunfire and three days of martial law.
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  • Location: GREECE ATHENS
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