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A plebiscite results in the abolition of monarchy in Greece.

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1974 Greek republic referendum

1974 referendum to establish a Greek republic following the end of military rule; passed

A referendum on the constitutional form of the state was held in Greece on 8 December 1974.
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Monarchy of Greece

Ruling sovereigns of Greece from 1832 to 1924 and 1935 to 1973

The Monarchy of Greece or Greek monarchy was the form of government used by the Kingdom of Greece, under which a hereditary sovereign (Basileus) reigned as the head of state of Greece. Greece was led by a monarchy from 1832 to 1924 and from 1935 to 1973.
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