Chronology of Major Events

January 2, 1944

The antifascist Counóil of the National Liberation Movement for

Kosova resolved to unite with Albania after Hitler’s defeat. Known

as the Bujan Resolution, this legislative act was rebuffed by Tito

(March 1944).

December 1944 , May 1945

The military occupation of Kosova by Yugoslav Communists net with stiff armed resistance by the local Albanian population.

July 10, 1945

A hastily organized Assembly of Communist faithful reversed the

Bujan Resolution and declared Kosova a component part of Serbia.

January 1946

The Yugoslav Constitution recognizes the political autonomy of

Kosova within the Republic of Serbia.

Winter 1955 Spring 1966

A wave of repressive measures, including killings, torture and expulsion of Albanians covered the entire province of Kosova and Metohia, under the excuse of collecting illegal weapons. This was the culmination of the Rankovic era (1947 — 1966) known for its inhuman treatment of Albanians.

April 1963

The new Serbian Constitution reduces the status of kosova to that of a simple district of Serbia.

November 1968

Huge Albanian demonstrations are met with Serbian police brutality, causing the death of several Albanians.

January 1969

Kosova receives its first constitution and is given more freedom of action within the Serbian framework.

April 1974

Kosova is recognized as a political autonomous province with greater representation and participation on the Federal level.

1974 - 1981

Over 600 Albanians are arrested and sent to jail for “nationalistic activities”.

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