June Uprising

The June Uprising of 1944 was a significant event during World War II in Slovakia, where citizens revolted against the Nazi-allied Slovak government. Driven by opposition to oppression and the desire for liberation, the uprising aimed to establish a free Slovakia. It began on June 29 and involved various resistance groups, but it was ultimately met with a ruthless crackdown by German forces. Despite its failure, the uprising symbolized the resistance against Nazi rule and contributed to the broader context of liberation movements across Europe during the war.