Declaration of Independence by the State of Slovenes, Croats, and Serbs

In the wake of the First World War and the subsequent dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, a significant political shift occurred for the South Slavic peoples. On October 6, 1918, the National Council of Slovenes, Croats, and Serbs assumed power in Zagreb, marking a pivotal moment in the region's history. This council represented a coalition of various national interests and was instrumental in advocating for self-determination. On October 29, 1918, a national gathering in Ljubljana, alongside the Croatian parliament, proclaimed the independence of the State of Slovenes, Croats, and Serbs. This declaration not only symbolized the aspirations of these nations for autonomy but also initiated the formation of a semi-independent state under Habsburg rule. The movement for independence was primarily spearheaded by the Slovene People's Party, garnering widespread support from various Slovene political factions and civil society through the Declaration Movement. This historic event laid the groundwork for future political developments in the region, ultimately influencing the trajectory of South Slavic unity and governance in the years to come. #mooflife #mof #MomentOfLife #Slovenes #Croats #Serbs #DeclarationOfIndependence #Austro-hungarianEmpire