What position did Georgios Papadopoulos aim for before the coup?
A public speaker
A famous scientist
A high-ranking military officer
An acclaimed author
Answer
As a high-ranking military officer, Georgios Papadopoulos sought to solidify his power within the Greek military junta that ruled Greece from 1967 to 1974. The military junta, led by a group of colonels, aimed to suppress dissent, maintain political control, and prevent the return of communism or political instability in the country.
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