GREECE, A DICTATORSHIP IN THE SHADOW OF WASHINGTON

Events that shaped the countries of the Mediterranean

An episode from the series ECHOES OF HISTORY

Synopsis

1967. The Cold War is raging.

In order to prevent communists from seizing power in Greece, the CIA propels to head of the State a military junta made up of men close to its services.

Thus, a dictatorship under the shadow of Washington takes hold in Athens.