Georges II of Greece
King of Greece (r. 1922-1924, 1935-1947)
1890 — 1947
Quick Facts
Profession
King of Greece (r. 1922-1924, 1935-1947)
Born
July 19, 1890
Died
1947 (age ~57)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
monarch
GreeceBorn in Tatoi PalaceDied in Athens
1890
Born in Tatoi Palace (1890-07-19)
1909
AwardKnight of the Order of the Elephant
1922
PositionKing of the Hellenes (1922–1924)
1935
PositionKing of the Hellenes (1935–1947)
1937
AwardOrder of the White Eagle (Second Polish Republic)
1947
Died in Athens
About
George II was King of Greece from 27 September 1922 until 25 March 1924, and again from 25 November 1935 until his death on 1 April 1947.
Read more on Wikipedia →Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Georges II of Greece?+
George II was King of Greece from 27 September 1922 until 25 March 1924, and again from 25 November 1935 until his death on 1 April 1947.
What does the name Georges mean?+
The name Georges means "plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.". It is of French origin.
When was Georges II of Greece born?+
Georges II of Greece was born on July 19, 1890.
When did Georges II of Greece die?+
Georges II of Greece died in 1947, at approximately 57 years of age.
Name Meaning
plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.
The name Georges is of French origin, meaning "plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Georges Pompidou
President of France from 1969 to 1974
Georges Bizet
French composer (1838–1875)
Georges Clemenceau
Prime Minister of France, 1906–1909 and 1917–1920 (1841–1929)
Georges Danton
French revolutionary (1759–1794)
Georges Simenon
Belgian writer (1903–1986)
Georges Braque
French painter and sculptor (1882-1963)
Georges — July 19, 1890
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Chicchan
Serpent — life force, instinct, passion
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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Guestbook
Respect.
— .
Walked through the halls where you lived. The walls still remember.
— a palace visitor
Your reign defined an era. The books don't do it justice.
— a student of history
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