Principality of Samos

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Principality of Samos

Name

Principality of Samos

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Historical

Summary

The Principality of Samos was an autonomous state under Ottoman rule from 1834 to 1912. It successfully resisted occupation during the Greek War of Independence but wasn't included in the new Greek state. Governed by a Prince nominated by the Ottoman Porte, it had a unique political structure with a Senate and a chamber of deputies.

Statistics

Area

477.40 km²

Population

53,424

Location