November 15

Events

• 1967: A Cypriot patrol, under General Georgios Grivas, is shot at while removing roadblocks around Kofinou. A battle ensues that nearly becomes the cause of war between Greece and Turkey.
• 1983: The "Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus" is proclaimed in the occupied territories of the island. Only Turkey will recognise this state.
• 1995: Inmates of Korydallos prison end their uprising and release six hostages after their demands are approved by the Ministry of Justice.

Births

• 1932: Stylianos Mavrommatis, EOKA fighter.

Deaths

• 1028: Constantine VIII, Byzantine emperor
• 1988: Hieronymus, Archbishop of Athens and all Greece.