| Author |
Abbott, G. F. (George Frederick), 1874-1947 |
| Title |
Greece and the Allies, 1914-1922
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 56.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Al Haines (This file was created from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Greece and the Allies, 1914-1922" by G. F. Abbott is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores Greece's complex involvement with both the Central Powers and the Entente during World War I, providing insight into the political dynamics and rivalries that shaped its fate and those of its neighbors. It delves into significant figures such as King Constantine and Premier Eleutherios Venizelos who played crucial roles in navigating Greece's precarious position during this tumultuous period." "The opening of the book establishes the context of Greece during World War I, highlighting the tensions between King Constantine and Venizelos, and their differing viewpoints on Greece's involvement in the war. Abbott discusses how their personal conflicts and political maneuvering influenced Greece's neutrality and strategies. Notably, the text presents the critical relationships and alliances that emerged, particularly referencing the Graeco-Servian Alliance and the threats from Bulgaria. The author aims to unravel the misconceptions surrounding Greece's position during the war, framing it within the broader geopolitical narrative of the time." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DF: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece
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| Subject |
World War, 1914-1918 -- Greece
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| Subject |
Greece -- Foreign relations
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| Subject |
Greece -- Politics and government -- 1913-1917
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
22677 |
| Release Date |
Sep 19, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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