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Dubrovnik Republic (1991)
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The Dubrovnik Republic (Serbian: Dubrovačka Republika; Дубровачка република) was a Serb proto-state during the Siege of Dubrovnik in the Croatian War of Independence. It was self proclaimed by the Yugoslav People's Army on 15 October 1991, in occupied areas of Croatia, after being captured by members of 2nd Corps of the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA).[1] Its provisional president was Aleksandar Aco Apolonio.[1]
Quick Facts Dubrovačka RepublikaДубровачка Република, Status ...
Dubrovnik Republic Dubrovačka Republika Дубровачка Република | |||||||||
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1991–1992 | |||||||||
![]() Occupied parts of Croatia, held by the Yugoslav People's Army (dark green) and claimed territory (light green) | |||||||||
Status | Historical proto-state proclaimed in occupied parts of Croatia, held by the Yugoslav People's Army | ||||||||
Capital | Cavtat (de facto) | ||||||||
Government | Republic | ||||||||
President | |||||||||
Historical era | Yugoslav Wars | ||||||||
15 October 1991 | |||||||||
• JNA withdrawal and dissolution | 4 May 1992 | ||||||||
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Today part of | Croatia |
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