Momčilo Đujić
Serbian-American priest and commander
Born
February 27th, 1907
118 years ago
Died
1999
26 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Serbia
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A Serbian-American priest and military commander, contributed to significant events during and after World War II. Commanded the Četnik forces in Eastern Bosnia, known for efforts to establish Serbian autonomy and defend against various adversaries. After World War II, faced political persecution and eventually relocated to the United States, where continued to advocate for Serbian rights and interests.
Commanded the Četnik forces in Eastern Bosnia
Advocated for Serbian rights in the United States
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