Ељednik Дќetvrtkom, Gost Еѕivko Andrijaеўeviд‡. Review

: The modern history of Montenegro is often a battleground between rigorous scholarly "truth" and politically motivated "abuses," making the historian's role as a critical evaluator essential for national identity. 2. The Nature of Historical Truth in Montenegro

: Conclude that platforms like Matica crnogorska are vital for fostering a society that values historical truth over convenient myths, ensuring that national identity is built on a solid, factual foundation. Śednik četvrtkom, gost Živko Andrijašević.

: Reiterate that the "modern history of Montenegro" is not a static set of dates but a dynamic field requiring constant vigilance against zloupotrebe (abuses). Śednik četvrtkom, gost Živko Andrijašević.

: Discuss how Andrijašević emphasizes using primary sources to dismantle "established" historical myths, such as the fictional nature of events like the "Investigation of the Poturice" ( Istraga poturica ) mentioned in literary works but lacking historical evidence. 3. Abuses of History for Political Ends

: Address the difficulty of presenting evidence-based history in a climate where emotional or traditionalist narratives are preferred over academic facts. 5. Conclusion : The modern history of Montenegro is often

: Focus on the 18th century to 1918, a period Andrijašević often analyzes, marked by the rise of statehood under the Petrović-Njegoš dynasty.

: Reflect on his research into the national ideology of Prince/King Nikola I and how these past state ideologies are interpreted or misinterpreted today to support different visions of Montenegrin statehood. 4. The Challenges of the Historian's Profession Śednik četvrtkom, gost Živko Andrijašević

The series of forums known as , organized by Matica crnogorska , featured prominent Montenegrin historian prof. dr Živko Andrijašević as its fourth guest in November 2020. The central theme of the evening was "Modern History of Montenegro – Truths and Abuses" ( Novovjekovna istorija Crne Gore – istine i zloupotrebe ), with journalist Tanja Pavićević serving as the moderator.