Historical Events tagged with "south slavs"

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Politics & Government

Montenegro Declares Union with Serbia

November 26th, 1918 106 years ago

The assembly in Podgorica, Montenegro, voted overwhelmingly in favor of uniting with the Kingdom of Serbia, marking a significant moment in the Balkan region's post-war realignment. This decision reflected a desire for a political and cultural union, as many Montenegrins identified closely with their Serbian neighbors. The vote occurred shortly after World War I, amid changing national boundaries and the collapse of empires, aiming to solidify the ties between the two peoples in light of the shifting political landscape in southeastern Europe.

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Politics & Government

Signing of the Corfu Declaration

July 20th, 1917 107 years ago

The Corfu Declaration, signed by the Yugoslav Committee and the Kingdom of Serbia, outlined the principles for the creation of a unified South Slavic state. This agreement aimed to solidify the cooperation among the South Slavic peoples, fostering aspirations for independence from Austro-Hungarian rule. The signing took place on the island of Corfu, Greece, reflecting the joint efforts of the Yugoslav nationalist movement during World War I as they sought greater self-determination amidst the ongoing conflict.

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