In 1991, Slovenia and Croatia declared independence, followed by Bosnia and Macedonia.
2. The Second Yugoslavia: Socialist Federal Republic (1945–1992) A History of Yugoslavia
Yugoslavia remained "Non-Aligned" during the Cold War, maintaining ties with both the West and the East. Initially called the "Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes
Initially called the "Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes." Today, its former territory consists of seven independent
A History of Yugoslavia: A Brief Guide Yugoslavia (meaning "Land of the South Slavs") was a 20th-century experiment in state-building that brought together diverse ethnic and religious groups. Its history is generally divided into three distinct eras.
Yugoslavia remains a complex symbol of successful multiculturalism to some and a cautionary tale of ethnic nationalism to others. Today, its former territory consists of seven independent nations.
The era was defined by a centralist Serbian monarchy clashing with Croatian demands for autonomy.