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2. The Second Yugoslavia: Socialist Federal Republic (1945–1992)

Yugoslavia remained "Non-Aligned" during the Cold War, maintaining ties with both the West and the East. A History of Yugoslavia

Formed after WWI from the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian and Ottoman Empires. most notably in Bosnia and Croatia

Violent wars broke out, most notably in Bosnia and Croatia, characterized by ethnic cleansing and the Siege of Sarajevo. A History of Yugoslavia

Yugoslavia remains a complex symbol of successful multiculturalism to some and a cautionary tale of ethnic nationalism to others. Today, its former territory consists of seven independent nations.