Kemal Madžerak

In this discussion, Kemal Madžerak, an expert on the Croatian national project, unpacks the evolution of Croatian identity from the Illyrian movement to the 20th century. He navigates the linguistic battles between Serbs and Croats, highlighting key figures like Ljudevit Gaj and Ante Starčević. The impact of Hungarianization is explored, along with the cultural significance of Dubrovnik and Bosnia. Madžerak also critiques the legacies of nationalist leaders and addresses the complexities of identity in a historically tumultuous region.