Greece
Some of the key events about Greece
- 146 BCRoman forces conquered and sacked Corinth, marking the end of Greek independence
- 267 ADThe Heruli, a Germanic tribe, sacked Athens, destroying many ancient monuments and buildings
- 330 BCThe Hellenistic period began, spreading Greek culture across a vast empire
- 431 BCThe Peloponnesian War began, leading to a devastating 27-year conflict between Athens and Sparta
- 432 BCThe Parthenon was completed on the Acropolis, becoming an enduring symbol of ancient Greek architecture
- 480 BCThe Acropolis of Athens was destroyed by Persian forces during their invasion of Greece
- 508 BCDemocracy was introduced in Athens, marking the birth of a revolutionary political system
- 776 BCThe first Olympic Games were held in Olympia, establishing a tradition that would last for centuries
- 1453Constantinople fell to the Ottoman Empire, ending the Byzantine Empire and Greek control of the city
- 1821The Greek War of Independence started, leading to the country's liberation from Ottoman rule
- 1821The Greek War of Independence began, resulting in widespread destruction and loss of life
- 1896The first modern Olympic Games were held in Athens, reviving the ancient tradition
- 1912Greece doubled its territory after the Balkan Wars, significantly expanding its borders
- 1941Nazi Germany invaded and occupied Greece during World War II, leading to severe hardships and famine
- 1946The Greek Civil War erupted, causing significant casualties and economic devastation
- 1967A military junta seized power in a coup d'état, establishing a seven-year dictatorship
- 1981Greece joined the European Economic Community (now European Union), integrating with modern Europe
- 2004Athens successfully hosted the Summer Olympic Games, showcasing the country to the world
- 2009Greece's debt crisis began, leading to severe economic recession and austerity measures
- 2018Greece exited its international bailout program, marking a turning point in its economic recovery
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