Historical Events tagged with "yugoslavia"

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Politics & Government

Treaty of Saint-Germain-en-Laye Signed

September 10th, 1919 105 years ago

The Republic of German-Austria signed the Treaty of Saint-Germain-en-Laye, which resulted in significant territorial cessions to Italy, Yugoslavia, and Czechoslovakia. Signed on September 10, 1919, in France, this agreement aimed to formalize the end of hostilities and outline the new borders following the dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire after World War I. It marked a pivotal moment in reshaping Central Europe.

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Politics & Government

Formation of the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes

December 1st, 1918 106 years ago

The Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes was proclaimed, uniting various South Slavic nations into a single state. This endeavor was aimed at fostering unity and independence following the dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire after World War I. The proclamation took place in the city of Zagreb, where representatives from different South Slavic groups gathered to establish the new monarchy, promoting a vision of self-governance and cultural cooperation among the nations.

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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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