The Greek Military Dictatorship: Revisiting a Troubled Past, 1967-1974

The Greek Military Dictatorship from 1967 to 1974 implemented authoritarian rule and reshaped the nation, focusing on foreign relations, domestic matters, economics, ideology, religion, culture, and education.

Format: Hardback
Length: 398 pages
Publication date: 17 September 2021
Publisher: Berghahn Books

From 1967 to 1974, a military junta in Greece embarked on a transformative journey, implementing ideas and policies that would shape the nation's future. This period witnessed a concerted effort to impose authoritarian rule upon a rapidly modernizing country, navigating a complex international landscape. To delve into the intricacies of this era, a group of esteemed scholars from diverse disciplines has come together in The Greek Military Dictatorship. This comprehensive book offers a fresh and in-depth exploration of a pivotal period in modern Greek history, examining both foreign relations and domestic affairs. From economics to ideology, religion, culture, and education, the juntas' actions and decisions left a lasting imprint on the country's development. By examining the juntas' attempts to control a rapidly changing society and their interactions with the global community, this book provides valuable insights into the complexities of Greek history during this critical period.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800731745