Croatian National Revival

The Croatian National Revival was a cultural and political movement in the 19th century aimed at strengthening Croatian identity, language, and sovereignty within the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It emerged as Croats sought to promote their history, traditions, and language, resisting German and Hungarian influences. Led by intellectuals, writers, and politicians, the revival fostered national pride, established cultural institutions, and pushed for political autonomy. This movement laid the groundwork for Croatia’s modern nationhood and contributed to broader European ideas of national self-determination.