National Awakening of Macedonia

The National Awakening of Macedonia was a 19th-century cultural and political movement aimed at fostering Macedonian identity and independence within the Ottoman Empire. It involved promoting the region's language, history, and traditions to counter external influences and encourage local self-awareness. Leaders sought to unite Macedonians culturally and politically, laying foundations for national consciousness and future sovereignty. This movement was part of broader national revivals across the Balkans, amid rising tensions and struggles for independence from Ottoman rule.