Greece and the Allies, 1914-1922

Set against the turbulent years of the First World War and its aftermath, this work unravels how Greece became a chessboard for competing powers. It follows the clash between Prime Minister Eleftherios Venizelos and King Constantine, whose divergent visions for the nation sparked political turmoil and shaped alliances with the Entente and Central Powers. At the same time, the book exposes the subtle rivalry between Britain and France for influence in the Eastern Mediterranean, showing how diplomatic maneuvering often overrode military advice.

Drawing on six years of painstaking research, the author weaves freshly quoted official documents into a clear narrative that corrects long‑standing misconceptions. Listeners will gain a grounded understanding of why Greece’s strategic choices—particularly concerning the Dardanelles and its relations with neighboring Serbia, Bulgaria and Turkey—had far‑reaching effects on the war’s course. The study offers a balanced portrait of a nation caught between ambition, external pressure, and the harsh realities of a continent in crisis.