Lost in the kaleidoscope : national minorities in Yugoslavia
Lost in the kaleidoscope : national minorities in Yugoslavia
Contributor(s): Božica Slavković Mirić (Editor), Enes S. Omerović (Editor)
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, History, Social Sciences, Recent History (1900 till today), Ethnic Minorities Studies
Published by: Institut za noviju istoriju Srbije
Keywords: National minorities; Yugoslavia; Marginalization
Summary/Abstract: National minorities have often been overlooked in historiography, particularly in the Balkans and former Yugoslavia, where their histories were marginalized unless tied to major conflicts or political agendas. To address this gap, the Institute for Recent History of Serbia published a new volume, Lost in the Kaleidoscope, featuring diverse essays on minority issues such as statistical challenges, cultural identity, political events, and biographies. Despite its varied structure, the collection aims to inspire further scholarly research into these neglected yet essential aspects of national history.
- Print-ISBN-13: 978-86-7005-198-0
- Page Count: 400
- Publication Year: 2024
- Language: English
THE MINORITY QUESTION IN HUNGARIAN – YUGOSLAV DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS BETWEEN THE TWO WORLD WARS
THE MINORITY QUESTION IN HUNGARIAN – YUGOSLAV DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS BETWEEN THE TWO WORLD WARS
(THE MINORITY QUESTION IN HUNGARIAN – YUGOSLAV DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS BETWEEN THE TWO WORLD WARS)
- Author(s):Árpád Hornyák
- Language:English
- Subject(s):History, Diplomatic history, Recent History (1900 till today), Interwar Period (1920 - 1939), Inter-Ethnic Relations, Ethnic Minorities Studies
- Page Range:11-54
- No. of Pages:44
- Keywords:Minorities; Hungary; Yugoslavia; diplomatic relations; foreign policy
- Summary/Abstract:The issue of minorities played a prominent role in the development of Hungarian-Yugoslav diplomatic relations in the interwar period. However, the half a million strong Hungarian minority in Yugoslavia and the South Slav minority in Hungary that, according to official figures, is a fraction of that number (less than 100.000) did not play an equally significant role in shaping diplomatic relations, simply because of their different size. This article describes, based on Hungarian and German sources, how the minority issue influenced the policy of the Hungarian governments towards Yugoslavia between the two World Wars.
THE ALBANIAN AND TURKISH MINORITIES IN THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF MACEDONIA (POPULATION NUMBERS, STRUCTURE AND MIGRATIONS)
THE ALBANIAN AND TURKISH MINORITIES IN THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF MACEDONIA (POPULATION NUMBERS, STRUCTURE AND MIGRATIONS)
(THE ALBANIAN AND TURKISH MINORITIES IN THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF MACEDONIA (POPULATION NUMBERS, STRUCTURE AND MIGRATIONS))
- Author(s):Borče Ilievski
- Language:English
- Subject(s):History, Ethnohistory, Post-War period (1950 - 1989), Migration Studies, Ethnic Minorities Studies
- Page Range:55-98
- No. of Pages:44
- Keywords:Albanian minority; Turkish minority; population censuses; People’s Republic of Macedonia; migrations
- Summary/Abstract:In this text, the total population number, but especially the migrations of the Albanian and Turkish populations are being analyzed based on numerous statistical data, archival documents, and literature. Those minorities repre- sented the biggest part of the minority population of the People’s Republic of Macedonia, as well as the largest part of the Muslim population. A reference is made to several statistical and demographic data related to the change in national/eth- nic identity of the Turks, Albanians, and Macedonian Muslims during the censuses conducted in 1948, 1953, and 1961. The migration process of the above-mentioned Muslim communities is being followed using several examples, as well as the immigration process of Albanians to Macedonia who originally lived in the Autonomous Region of Kosovo and Metohija and other parts of Yugoslavia.
ALEKSANDAR RANKOVIĆ AND THE KOSOVO ALBANIANS
ALEKSANDAR RANKOVIĆ AND THE KOSOVO ALBANIANS
(ALEKSANDAR RANKOVIĆ AND THE KOSOVO ALBANIANS)
- Author(s):Zoran Janjetović
- Language:English
- Subject(s):History, Recent History (1900 till today), Nationalism Studies, Post-War period (1950 - 1989), History of Communism, Ethnic Minorities Studies
- Page Range:99-146
- No. of Pages:48
- Keywords:Ranković; Albanians; Kosovo; Tito; the UDB
- Summary/Abstract:The paper re-examines the historiographical picture of the leading Serbian communist politician Aleksandar Ranković in the context of his alleged anti-Albanian policies. Based on archival sources and relevant literature, the article tries to establish if there is truth in the generally accepted perception by examining several instances of alleged abuses of the secret police against the Albanians. The general situation of the Kosovo Albanians is examined in order to elucidate the reasons for their discontent that led to police surveillance. Finally, the role/guilt of Aleksandar Ranković is assessed within the communist power structure.
MILOVAN DJILAS ON NATIONAL AND MINORITY QUESTIONS IN THE POST-WAR SOCIALIST YUGOSLAVIA
MILOVAN DJILAS ON NATIONAL AND MINORITY QUESTIONS IN THE POST-WAR SOCIALIST YUGOSLAVIA
(MILOVAN DJILAS ON NATIONAL AND MINORITY QUESTIONS IN THE POST-WAR SOCIALIST YUGOSLAVIA)
- Author(s):Aleksandar V. Miletić
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Politics, Nationalism Studies, WW II and following years (1940 - 1949), Post-War period (1950 - 1989), Period(s) of Nation Building, History of Communism, Ethnic Minorities Studies
- Page Range:147-188
- No. of Pages:42
- Keywords:National question; minority question; Milovan Djilas; Communist Party of Yugoslavia
- Summary/Abstract:National and minority questions were an important part of the policy of Yugoslav communists before, during, and after WWII. The national question was politically very tricky, so the leadership of the Communist Party of Yugoslavia (CPY) approached it with tact and caution. Some personages played a special role in this. The paper attempts to analyze the approach of one of the most prominent and influential CPY people, Milovan Djilas, the so-called “fourth” man in the Party and in the State.
FORGOTTEN VOICES: AROMANIANS IN MACEDONIA (1900-1941)
FORGOTTEN VOICES: AROMANIANS IN MACEDONIA (1900-1941)
(FORGOTTEN VOICES: AROMANIANS IN MACEDONIA (1900-1941))
- Author(s):Nikola Minov
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Politics, History, Ethnohistory, Recent History (1900 till today), Migration Studies, Ethnic Minorities Studies
- Page Range:189-248
- No. of Pages:60
- Keywords:Aromanians; Demographics; Identity; migration; Wars; deportation
- Summary/Abstract:This study examines the demographic and cultural transformations of the Aromanian population in Macedonia from the early 20th century through the interwar period. It explores how the Aromanians navigated their complex identity amidst the pressures of Greek and Romanian influence while adapting to the changing political landscape. The research also assesses the impact of the Balkan Wars and World War I on their community.
“IT MUST BE SOME GREAT HATRED”: YUGOSLAV LEADERSHIP AND THE DEMONSTRATIONS IN KOSOVO IN 1981
“IT MUST BE SOME GREAT HATRED”: YUGOSLAV LEADERSHIP AND THE DEMONSTRATIONS IN KOSOVO IN 1981
(“IT MUST BE SOME GREAT HATRED”: YUGOSLAV LEADERSHIP AND THE DEMONSTRATIONS IN KOSOVO IN 1981)
- Author(s):Boris Mosković
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Ethnohistory, Nationalism Studies, Post-War period (1950 - 1989), Ethnic Minorities Studies
- Page Range:249-280
- No. of Pages:32
- Keywords:Yugoslavia; Kosovo; protests; political elite; collective leadership; inter-ethnic relations
- Summary/Abstract:Demonstrations in Kosovo in March and April 1981 were an unpleasant surprise for Yugoslav politicians, an unprecedented challenge. The paper analyzes the reaction of the representatives of the then federal leadership (i.e., mainly of the Presidency of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (SFRY) and the Presidency of the Central Committee of the Union of Communists of Yugoslavia (CC of UCY) to these events. Their arguments and behavior were studied in the context of the functioning of the collective leadership that was the basic principle of the post-Titoist system of government.
POPULATION CENSUSES AS A SOURCE FOR RESEARCH OF THE JEWISH POPULATION IN BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA (1879-1948)
POPULATION CENSUSES AS A SOURCE FOR RESEARCH OF THE JEWISH POPULATION IN BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA (1879-1948)
(POPULATION CENSUSES AS A SOURCE FOR RESEARCH OF THE JEWISH POPULATION IN BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA (1879-1948))
- Author(s):Enes S. Omerović
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Jewish studies, Ethnohistory, Recent History (1900 till today), 19th Century, Ethnic Minorities Studies
- Page Range:281-322
- No. of Pages:42
- Keywords:Jews; Sephardim; Ashkenazim; Bosnia-Herzegovina; population census; demographic changes
- Summary/Abstract:The author analyses the published results of population censuses in Bosnia-Herzegovina from the first modern population census in 1879 to the first census that asked after ethnic/national affiliation in 1948. The analysis aims to establish the reliability and usability of their data as a source for research of demographic developments i.e. of the ethnic make-up of the society of Bosnia-Herzegovina with special regard to the Jewish population.
PAULINA LEBL-ALBALA (1891-1967): BETWEEN NATIONAL MOVEMENTS AND THE FEMINIST MOVEMENT
PAULINA LEBL-ALBALA (1891-1967): BETWEEN NATIONAL MOVEMENTS AND THE FEMINIST MOVEMENT
(PAULINA LEBL-ALBALA (1891-1967): BETWEEN NATIONAL MOVEMENTS AND THE FEMINIST MOVEMENT)
- Author(s):Melina Rokai
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Jewish studies, Gender history, Recent History (1900 till today), Nationalism Studies, Ethnic Minorities Studies
- Page Range:323-360
- No. of Pages:38
- Keywords:Paulina Lebl-Albala; feminism; Zionism; Yugoslav unitarism
- Summary/Abstract:The paper deals with Paulina Lebl-Albala’s complex relationship with Serbian and Jewish national movements on the one hand and with the feminist movement, which is basically international on the other hand, which prevailed in her personality during various phases of her life.
A GLANCE INTO THE EVERYDAY LIFE OF THE ALBANIAN NATIONAL MINORITY IN KOSOVO AND METOHIJA 1929-1941
A GLANCE INTO THE EVERYDAY LIFE OF THE ALBANIAN NATIONAL MINORITY IN KOSOVO AND METOHIJA 1929-1941
(A GLANCE INTO THE EVERYDAY LIFE OF THE ALBANIAN NATIONAL MINORITY IN KOSOVO AND METOHIJA 1929-1941)
- Author(s):Božica Slavković Mirić
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Ethnohistory, Interwar Period (1920 - 1939), Ethnic Minorities Studies
- Page Range:361-400
- No. of Pages:40
- Keywords:Albanians; Kosovo and Metohija; Kingdom of Yugoslavia; customs; tradition
- Summary/Abstract:According to the 1921 and 1931 censuses, the Albanian national minority in Kosovo and Metohija made up the majority of the local population. The paper is an attempt to cast a look based on archival documents, the press, and literature into the everyday life of the Albanian national minority in Kosovo and Metohija between 1929 and 1941. The topic is very broad, so the paper will be just an attempt at a partial depiction of the subject. The everyday life of the Albanian national minority was marked by absolutely upheld traditional values, so modernization only made slow headway. The beginning of WWII cut short the efforts of the Kingdom of Yugoslavia in that respect.
