
These monuments were ordered by the late Josip Broz Tito, the president of Yugoslavia. Tito, who held office from 1953 until 1980, is recognized as a contentious figure in the history of his country. For some, Tito brought about national stability. He was perceived by others as a despotic leader who enacted dubious laws.Whatever one’s opinion of him, Tito strove to unite his people to honor Yugoslav history in order to quell nationalism and cease ethnic conflicts. These monuments were a component of the plan.
They were created as monuments honoring WWII soldiers and engagements. While the government and Tito designed and produced
