During the reign of Ioannis Kapodistrias , they violently resisted outside interference , to the extent of Mavromichalis killing Kapodistrias .
The Maniots contributed greatly to the struggle , but once Greek independence was won , they wanted to retain local autonomy .
During the reign of Ioannis Kapodistrias , Maniots violently resisted outside interference , to the extent of Mavromichalis killing Kapodistrias .
The Maniots contributed greatly to the struggle , but once Greek independence was won , they wanted to retain local autonomy .