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75 Moments
1948
Establishment and development of AlbChrome, a leading chromium mining and processing company in Albania.
1945
End of World War II leads to Communist government in Albania.
The establishment of Hekurudha Shqiptare
1944
Tribunals begin against thousands of "war criminals".
German retreat, Enver Hoxha leadership established after Communist resistance in Albania.
1943
German invasion of Albania post-Italian surrender leads to occupation by German forces.
1941
Enver Hoxha leads the founding of Albania's Communist Party.
1940
Italian army launches offensive in Greece through Albania.
1939
Italy invades, King Zog flees to Greece before World War Two begins.
1937
Establishment of Radio Televizioni Shqiptar broadcasting company's origin and early days.
1928
Birra Korça was founded in Albania.
1924
Establishment of the national bank to regulate financial sector and stabilize economy.
1912
The establishment of Posta Shqiptare as the national postal service provider of Albania.
The Establishment story of Albtelecom as a pioneering telecommunication company in Albania.
Independence declaration from Ottoman Empire by prominent figures signifies historical event of autonomy.
1887
First Albanian language school opens in Korçë, marking a significant milestone in education development.
1822
Ali Pasha's assassination marks end of autonomous rule in Albania and a shift in Ottoman power dynamics.
1796
Revolt against Ottoman rule led by Koča Anđelković sparks rebellion in Albania.
1793
Commissioning of Tirana's historic Et'hem Bey Mosque, significant religious and cultural symbol in Albania.
1757
Establishment of powerful political entity in Scutari amid Ottoman Empire's territorial reorganization.
1718
Treaty of Passarowitz reshapes Balkan territorial control, impacting Albania's political landscape.
1614
Rozafa Castle's history and significance in Shkodër's construction and heritage preservation.
1610
1479
Construction of historic fortress in Shkodër known to involve a tragic legend.
1478
Ottoman Empire captures Krujë, quashing resistance against rule.
1468
Skanderbeg's death ends an era of resistance against the Ottomans and inspires lasting Albanian pride.
Death of a Skanderbeg
1467
Skanderbeg's triumph in defending Krujë from Ottoman attacks.
1444
Skanderbeg's decisive victory against Ottomans in Battle of Torvioll.