Hristo Botev

Hristo Botev was a Bulgarian poet, revolutionary, and national hero born in 1848. He is celebrated for his passionate poetry that inspired Bulgarian independence and his active role in fighting against Ottoman rule. Botev participated in revolutionary movements, advocating for freedom and social justice. His literary works fostered national identity and resistance. Botev’s life was marked by courage and sacrifice; he died in 1876 during a military raid. Today, he is regarded as a symbol of Bulgaria’s struggle for independence and is honored for his contributions to Bulgarian culture and history.