Romгўnia, 1866вђ“1947 Today

For a more granular look at the socioeconomic shifts during this period, you may find Keith Hitchins' comprehensive history a valuable resource for further study. Rumania 1866-1947 (Oxford History of Modern Europe)

: In 1938, King Carol II abolished the parliamentary system and established a personal dictatorship to counter growing political extremism. România, 1866–1947

Romania initially remained neutral in World War I but joined the (Allies) in 1916 after being promised Transylvania and other territories. For a more granular look at the socioeconomic

On August 23, 1944, as Soviet forces approached, to overthrow Antonescu, switching Romania to the Allied side. On August 23, 1944, as Soviet forces approached,

Under King Carol I, Romania entered a period of relative stability and rapid economic development focused on infrastructure, such as the national railway system.

The modern era began with the overthrow of Prince Alexandru Ioan Cuza in 1866. A coalition of Liberals and Conservatives replaced him with , seeking a foreign prince to stabilize the nation and curb internal political infighting.