The Herzegovina Uprising, initiated in 1875, was a pivotal revolt against Ottoman rule in the region of Herzegovina, which is now part of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Local populations were increasingly discontented due to oppressive taxation and administrative abuses, leading to a grassroots movement inspired by nationalistic sentiments and the desire for autonomy. Figures such as Andrija Vuković emerged as prominent leaders, galvanizing various groups discontented with Ottoman governance.The uprising was characterized by a series of violent confrontations that developed rapidly, as peasants and local leaders opposed the entrenched Ottoman authority.

As the rebellion progressed, it inspired similar uprisings in neighboring regions, fostering a spirit of resistance that reverberated throughout the Balkans. The local population sought not only immediate relief from oppressive conditions but also long-term independence from Ottoman control. The uprising gained widespread attention, attracting sympathies from neighboring nations and fueling broader nationalist movements in the Balkans. During this period, significant clashes occurred, and despite initial successes against Ottoman forces, the rebellion faced challenges from the vastly larger and organized Ottoman military.

The Herzegovina Uprising ultimately lasted until 1878 and was part of the larger wave of conflicts in the Balkans that led to the decline of Ottoman power. The consequences of this uprising were profound, culminating in the Congress of Berlin, where the fate of the Balkans was debated. The uprising is remembered as a catalyst for change, highlighting the rising nationalism among the Balkan peoples and their quest for self-determination.