TracesOfWar needs your help! Every euro, pound or dollar you contribute greatly supports the continuation of this website. Go to stiwot.nl and donate!

Georgius II (George II)

Date of birth:
July 19th, 1890 (Tatoi Palace, Greece)
Date of death:
April 1st, 1947 (Athens, Greece)
Buried on:
Royal Burial Ground Tatoi
Nationality:
Greek (1935-1973, Kingdom)

Biography

Do you have more information about this person? Inform us!

Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Awarded on:
1941
For bravery under enemy fire in Northern Africa.

He is the first and the only sovereign to have ever received this decoration.
Distinguished Service Order (DSO)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Awarded on:
1942
Krigskorset

Sources