VII. The Contemporary Period, 1945–2000 > B. Europe, 1945–2000 > 7. Eastern Europe, 1945–2000 > g. Bulgaria > 1947, Feb. 10
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1947, Feb. 10
 
The BULGARIAN PEACE TREATY was signed in Paris. Bulgaria retained the southern Dobrudja, but had to pay reparations and reduce its armed forces.  1
 
April 1
 
A two-year plan was announced, followed by nationalization of banks and industries (Dec. 26).  2
 
June 6
 
Nikola Petkov, leader of the Agrarian Party, was arrested, convicted of treason, and executed (Sept. 23).  3
 
Aug. 26
 
An extended campaign against the opposition culminated in the dissolution of the Agrarian Party.  4
 
Nov. 27
 
Bulgaria and Yugoslavia signed a treaty of friendship and mutual aid.  5
 
Dec. 15
 
Soviet occupation forces left Bulgaria.  6
 
Dec. 26
 
The government nationalized all banks, mines, and industry.  7
 
 
 
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