Military & Warfare

Herzegovinian Rebellion Initiates Against Ottomans

The Herzegovinian rebellion was sparked by the oppressive policies of the Ottoman Empire, specifically in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Discontent had been brewing due to heavy taxation and lack of local governance. On June 19, peasants and local leaders such as Luka Rajić rose against Ottoman authority, leading to widespread violence and escalation of tensions in the region. This rebellion represented a significant turn in the relationships between local populations and the Ottoman rulers, paving the way for further uprisings in the Balkans.

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