Italy invades, King Zog flees to Greece before World War Two begins.

In 1939, shortly before the start of World War Two, Italy invaded Albania. King Zog, the ruler of Albania, fled to Greece for safety. The invasion was part of Mussolini's expansionist policies to establish dominance in the region. With overwhelming military force, the Italian troops quickly occupied Albania, forcing King Zog to seek refuge in exile. The invasion marked the end of Albania's independence and sovereignty as it was now under Italian control. The impact of the invasion was profound, as Albania lost its autonomy and became a puppet state of Italy. The Albanian people faced repression and cultural suppression under Italian rule. The invasion also contributed to the escalating tensions in the Balkans that eventually led to the broader conflict of World War Two. King Zog's escape to Greece symbolized the struggle for his country's freedom and the resilience of the Albanian people against foreign aggression. Despite his exile, King Zog continued to advocate for the liberation of Albania and worked towards regaining its independence. #Albania #ItalianInvasion #KingZog #WorldWarTwo #Greece #HistoricalEvent