We were interested in the whole history of Dubrovnik - ancient and more recent events. Sobering to see how young these men were and comparing them to ourselves in the 90's brings it home.
It is hard to imagine that not too long ago, the beautiful city of Dubrovnik was under attack. This small memorial shows the human cost of this sad war. It is well maintained and honors those who lo...
The account of the 1991-1992 siege on Dubrovnik following Croatia's declaration of secession from Yugoslavia provides a moving demonstration of Croatian desires for independence. Pictures of the men l...
We overlooked our homework on this visit, am grateful we found this memorial. Proud. Sad. Humbling. Well maintained. Is remorsefully respectful. Thank you for teaching us.
A wall of pictures commemorating the Dubrovnik defenders who sacrificed in the Croatian War of Independence. Sad memories.
It was once bombarded by Yugoslavia artillery and it was almost destroyed. So be sure to check out the war memorial room.
A room on the left hand side of sponzapalace displays photos and introductions of war victims. It’s free but too heavy. The dead are too young and feel bad after reading it.
The scars of war and the bombing scene are very miserable, shocking and fresh in my memory!