Episode 2 of 2
Arrival in Athens
- When
- 30 October 1863
- Where
- Athens
George arrived in Athens on 30 October 1863, after docking at Piraeus the previous day, to take the throne.
The arrival followed his election in March. He docked at Piraeus on 29 October before proceeding to Athens on 30 October. This event marked the physical commencement of his reign as King of the Hellenes.
Sources
- George I of Greece Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-05
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