Historical eventOctober 81973

Spyros Markezinis

Spyros Markezinis begins his 48-day term as prime minister in an abortive attempt to lead Greece to parliamentary rule.

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When
Monday, October 8 197353 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
20th century · 1970s
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Dates: From 1973.

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Spyros Markezinis begins his 48-day term as prime minister in an abortive attempt to lead Greece to parliamentary rule.

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October 8 1973 — 53 years ago, on a Monday.

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