Modern Greek history

Modern Greek history begins with the War of Independence in 1821, when Greece fought to break free from Ottoman rule, achieving independence in 1830. The subsequent years saw territorial expansion, including areas like Crete and the Ionian Islands. Political instability and foreign interventions marked the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Greece fought in both World Wars and faced a brutal civil war from 1946 to 1949. After periods of military dictatorship, democracy was restored in 1974. Greece is now a member of the EU (since 1981) and navigates modern challenges while celebrating its rich cultural legacy.