Constantine I and the Greek People (Classic Reprint)

Power, politics, and a nation at war Learn how Greece’s king and a bold reformer navigated pressure from the Entente, public opinion, and a fragile monarchy during World War I.This nonfic­tion narrative follows the tense days of September 1916, when Greece faced a critical choice about joining the Allies. It reveals how leaders maneuvered behind the scenes, how military mobilization unfolded, and how foreign powers influenced Greek politics. The account centers on decisions, loyalties, and the stubborn resolve that shaped a nation's course in a time of upheaval. Ground-level look at political brinkmanship in wartime Greece Insights into the rivalries between Venizelos and the royal house Scenes from the streets and cabinets as Greece debated its future Accounts of military shaping, mobilization, and the early war effortIdeal for readers interested in World War I, modern Greek history, and how leadership adapts under pressure. Read more