Key Terms from the Balkan Peninsula and Bosnian War

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Genocide

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The deliberate and systematic destruction of a racial, political, or cultural group.

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Ethnic Cleansing

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The forced removal of a specific ethnic group from a territory.

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Persecution

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Hostile and unfair treatment, especially because of race, political, or religious beliefs.

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Bozniaks

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A South Slavic ethnic group, mainly inhabiting Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Serbs

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A South Slavic ethnic group that primarily lives in Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro.

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Croats

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A South Slavic ethnic group native to Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and neighboring countries.

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Bosnian War

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An international armed conflict that took place in Bosnia and Herzegovina between 1992 and 1995.

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Yugoslavia

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War Crimes

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Serious violations of the laws and customs of war, which include mistreatment of prisoners and genocide.