Josip Broz Tito

Josip Broz Tito {{Audio|sr-JosipBrozTito.ogg|listen}} (May 7, 1892 – May 4, 1980) was the leader of Yugoslavia between the end of World War II and his death in 1980.

Aftermath

At the time of his death, speculation began about whether his successors could continue to hold Yugoslavia together. Ethnic divisions and conflict grew, and eventually erupted into a series of Yugoslav wars a decade after his death.

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Tito was buried in his mausoleum in Belgrade, called Ku?a cve?a (The House of Flowers) and numerous people visit the place as a shrine to "better times," although it no longer holds a guard of honour.

Related Topics:
Belgrade - Ku?a cve?a - Shrine

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The gifts he received during his presidency are kept in a Museum of the History of Yugoslavia (whose old names were "Museum 25. May", and "Museum of the Revolution") in Belgrade. The value of the collection is priceless: it includes many world-famous artists, including original prints Los Caprichos by Francisco Goya, and many others.

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During his life and especially in the first year after his death, several places were named after Tito.

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He left a significant mark on many world developments and influenced international affairs and currents that affect the world even today. He was a fighter for socialist democracy and equality, and a great diplomat.

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