Events tagged with "peasant revolt"

Historical Events tagged with "peasant revolt"

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Military & Warfare

Karađorđe's Leadership in Serbian Uprising

February 14th, 1804 221 years ago

Karađorđe Petrović led the First Serbian Uprising against Ottoman rule in the early 19th century. The uprising was sparked by local dissatisfaction with oppressive taxation and exploitation. On February 14, 1804, in the village of Takovo, the Serbs declared their rebellion, marking a pivotal moment in their struggle for autonomy. Karađorđe emerged as a charismatic leader, unifying various factions against the Ottoman Empire and rallying support among Serbs across the region.