The Habsburg Garrison Complex in Trebinje

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Focusing on the garrison in Trebinje during the Habsburg rule, this book employs a micro-historical approach to explore the city's transformation from an Ottoman stronghold to a military-dominated urban center. It highlights the duality of daily life amidst conflict, detailing the construction of infrastructure and the cultural pursuits of soldiers, while also addressing the violent repercussions of colonial rule, particularly against the Orthodox population. Through personal accounts from soldiers and locals, the narrative captures the complexities of life during this turbulent era.