#Gjergj

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[historyfiles]

Albanian League: Gjergj Kastrioti, known as Skanderbeg, captured Kruja in November 1443 and declared its independence from the Ottomans under the protection of the Albanian League.

[juuret]

Tfw you're looking for the english version of a fik song but you can't find it anywhere and you feel like you've actually hallucinated the english version

[blacksheepvision]

Rockstar.

#ROOL.

[lord-bajromi]

[haitianempress]

Dracula a Love Story characters and their historical counterparts

Vlad - Vlad III, also known as Vlad the Impaler and Vlad Dracula (Vlad Țepeș), was a 15th-century ruler of Wallachia, notorious for his brutal punishment methods, particularly impaling his enemies. He defended his realm from the Ottoman Empire and became a national hero in Romania.

Mehmed - Mehmed II, also known as Mehmed the Conqueror (Mehmed bin Murad), was the Ottoman Sultan who famously captured Constantinople in 1453. Historically, Mehmed II clashed with Vlad Dracula during campaigns in Wallachia, adding political depth to their enmity.

Radu - Radu III, also known as Radu the Handsome, was the younger brother of Vlad the Impaler and historically served as a ruler of Wallachia under Ottoman control. His rivalry with Vlad is well-documented, as Radu supported the Ottomans while Vlad opposed them.

Sultan Murad - Murad II was a formidable ruler who expanded Ottoman control in the Balkans and fought against various European coalitions. His campaigns laid the groundwork for the later conquests of his son, Mehmed II.

Gjerg Skanderberg - Gjergj (Gjergj Kastrioti), commonly known as Skanderbeg, was an Albanian feudal lord and military commander who led a rebellion against the Ottoman Empire. Skanderbeg's legacy as a defender of Christian Europe against the Ottomans is similar to how Vlad Dracula is viewed by some in Romania. Both are celebrated as national heroes who fought for independence and freedom in their respective lands.

Erzsebet (Erzsi) - Erzsébet Báthory (Countess Elizabeth Báthory de Ecsed), also known as The Blood Countess or Countess Dracula, was a Hungarian noblewoman from the late 16th and early 17th centuries, infamous for allegedly torturing and killing young girls. She is considered one of the most prolific female serial killers in history.

[justforbooks]

A life in quotes: Ismail Kadare

Ismail Kadare, the Albanian writer who explored Balkan history and culture in poetry and fiction, has died aged 88. Here are some of the most memorable quotes from interviews he gave throughout his life

On totalitarianism

The hell of communism, like every other hell, was smothering in the worst sense of the term. But literature transformed that into a life force, a force which helped you survive and hold your head up and win out over dictatorship.

In a country of that kind, the first thing for a writer is the most important one, the most substantial one, it is: do not take the regime seriously. You are a writer, you are going to have a much richer life than they have, you are in some sense or another eternal by comparison with those kinds of people, and in the last analysis you don’t need to bother about them very much.

On Enver Hoxha, Albanian ruler from 1944 until his death in 1985

When Hoxha broke with the Soviet Union in 1962, he was ready to turn to Europe, but he was rejected, so he made an absurd short-lived alliance with China. When that went wrong he built thousands of anti-nuclear pillboxes, which he knew were useless, but he wanted to create a fear-psychosis. Albania suffered longer than any other eastern European country.

Hoxha fancied himself an intellectual and poet who had been to the Sorbonne, and he didn’t want to be seen as an enemy of writers. Of course, he could have killed me in a ‘car crash’, or by ‘suicide’, as he did many others.

On being described as a political writer

I am of the opinion that I am not a political writer, and, moreover, that as far as true literature is concerned, there actually are no political writers. I think that my writing is no more political than ancient Greek theatre. I would have become the writer I am in any political regime.

I have never claimed to be a ‘dissident’ in the proper meaning of the term. Open opposition to Hoxha’s regime, like open opposition to Stalin during Stalin’s reign in Russia, was simply impossible. Dissidence was a position no one could occupy, even for a few days, without facing the firing squad. On the other hand, my books themselves constitute a very obvious form of resistance to the regime.

On international success

On the one hand it secured protection for me in relation to the regime, on the other hand I was constantly under observation. What excited suspicion was ‘why does the western bourgeoisie hold a writer from a Stalinist country in high esteem?’

On the Albanian language

For me as a writer, Albanian is simply an extraordinary means of expression – rich, malleable, adaptable.

On books

I hated the Soviet books, full of sunshine, working in the fields, the joyous spring, the summer full of hope. The first time I heard the words ‘hope’ and ‘hard work’, they made me yawn.

The founding father of Albanian literature is the 19th-century writer Naim Frashëri. Without having the greatness of Dante or Shakespeare, he is nonetheless the founder, the emblematic character. He wrote long epic poems, as well as lyrical poetry, to awaken the national consciousness of Albania. After him came Gjergj Fishta. We can say that these two are the giants of Albanian literature, the ones that children study at school. Later came other poets and writers who produced perhaps better works than those two, but they don’t occupy the same place in the nation’s memory.

On censorship

In the early 60s, life in Albania was pleasant and well organised. A writer would not have known he should not write about the falsification of history.

For a writer, personal freedom is not so important. It is not individual freedom that guarantees the greatness of literature, otherwise writers in democratic countries would be superior to all others. Some of the greatest writers wrote under dictatorship – Shakespeare, Cervantes. The great universal literature has always had a tragic relation with freedom. The Greeks renounced absolute freedom and imposed order on chaotic mythology, like a tyrant. In the west, the problem is not freedom. There are other servitudes – lack of talent, thousands of mediocre books published every year.

I have created a body of literary work during the time of two diametrically opposed political systems: a tyranny that lasted for 35 years (1955-1990), and 20 years of liberty. In both cases, the thing that could destroy literature is the same: self-censorship.

On contemporary literature

They say that contemporary literature is very dynamic because it is influenced by the cinema, the television, the speed of communication. But the opposite is true! If you compare the texts of the Greek antiquity with today’s literature, you’ll notice that the classics operated in a far larger terrain, painted on a much broader canvas, and had an infinitely greater dimension.

All this noise about innovations, new genres, is idle. There is real literature and then there is the rest.

On being a writer

I don’t work for more than two hours a day.

Writing is neither a happy nor an unhappy occupation – it is something in-between. It is almost a second life.

I am so grateful for literature, because it gives me the chance to overcome the impossible.

Daily inspiration. Discover more photos at Just for Books…?

[eurovision-facts]

Eurovision Fact #791:

85 submissions were received for Albania's Festivali i Këngës, and 30 songs were selected to compete. Unlike previous years, only one vote will take place to determine the winner.

Moreover, the list of participating artists has been released, but as of now, the songs they will be performing has not been confirmed.

The performers are as follows:

Algert Sala, Alis Kallacej, Ardit Çuni, Devis Xherahu, Djemtë e Detit, Elvana Gjata, Endrik Beba, Epos Grup, Erma Mici, Frensi Revania, Gjergj Kaçinari, Gresa Gjocera, Jet, Kejsi Jazxhi, Kleansa Susaj, Laurjan Ejlli feat. Adelina Corraj, Lorenc Hasrama, Luna Çausholli, Mal Retkoceri, Martina Serreqi, Mihallaq Andrea, Nita Latifi Olsi Bylyku, Orgesa Zaimi, Rea Nuhu, Ronaldo Mesuli, Santino De Bartolo, Shkodra Elektronike, Stine, & Vesa Smolica.

[Source]

"Albania 2025: 'Festivali i Këngës' lineup complete," Eurovision.tv.

[mrdirtybear]

The beard on this bank note belonged to the founding father of modern Albanian literature Naim Frasheri (1846-1900). Frashëri explored themes such as freedom, humanity, unity, tolerance and revolution in his twenty two books, consisting of fifteen works written in Albanian, four in Turkish two in Greek and one in Persian. He is considered to have that rare distinction of being one of the most representative writers of Sufi poetry in Albanian. Under the influence of his uncle Dalip Frashëri, he tried to merge Sufism with Western philosophy. He led an extraordinarily profound impact on Albanian literature and society during the 20th century, most notably on Asdreni, Gjergj Fishta and Lasgush Poradeci, among many others.

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Traitors to God and their country; worms whose conscience is ever tormenting their souls.

—Gjergj “Skanderbeg” Kastrioti, former Janissary slave-soldier and last Christian leader of Albania, on those who remained within the Janissary Corps and the Islamic faith, once they had enough autonomy within the corps to desert like he did

(Incidentally the Turks would have run out of supplies, fighting him, and had to withdraw from Albania, if not for merchants from the Republic of Venice, who cheerfully acted like Lenin’s capitalists and sold the Turks the very supplies they might one day use to march on Venice.)

[thetemplarknight]

Skanderbeg - Christian crusader and Muslim hero!

Two Muslim majority countries in Europe revere a Christian crusader called Skanderbeg as a national hero - let's look at the curious history!

I’ve just returned from a trip to the Balkans – a historic and sadly often war-torn region of south-eastern Europe. In the countries of Albania and Kosovo – one medieval hero looms large. A warrior once known throughout Europe. A man who was a Christian crusader but today is also a hero for many Muslim people in the region. He is most commonly known as Skanderbeg – though his real name was Gjergj…

[bettyg196]

Festivali i Këngës 61 - SF2 : My top 13

1. Lynx

2. Vanesa Sono

3. Manjola Nallbani

4. Elsa Lila

5. Gent Hoxha

6. Melodajna Mancaku

7. Evi Reçi

8. Alban & Lore

9. Arsi Bako

10. Gjergj Kaçinari

11. Permit of Stay

12. Franc Koruni

13. Petrit Çarkaxhiu

[familythings]

I want to meet the great Skanderbeg

If you could meet a historical figure, who would it be and why? This is a very interesting question. There are many historical figures I admire and would like to meet in person. Great people have made big turns in history. Among them, there is one special man I would really like to meet. He is Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg, our national heroe and the protector of Christianity. He lived in the…

[bafflingmysteries1]

The treasure of Scanderbeg, the legendary Albanian national hero, is one of the most enduring mysteries in Balkan history. Born Gjergj Kastrioti in 1405, Scanderbeg became a symbol of resistance against the Ottoman Empire during the 15th century, leading a successful rebellion against the Turks and earning widespread admiration for his military prowess. His treasure, rumored to be vast and filled with riches from both his own wealth and the spoils of war, has never been found, and its location remains unknown. Over the centuries, numerous theories have emerged about the fate of Scanderbeg's fabled treasure, but despite extensive searches and speculation, its whereabouts continue to elude historians, treasure hunters, and archaeologists alike. #ScanderbegTreasure #LostBalkanTreasure #ScanderbegMystery #AlbanianLegend #BalkanHistorySecrets #HiddenWealth #MedievalMysteries #ForgottenTreasures #OttomanResistance #HistoricalEnigmas Disclaimer: This video contains certain footage and images generated using AI technology. These AI-generated visuals have been used where original or real footage of individuals or events was unavailable. We have ensured that all AI-created content accurately reflects the subject matter and maintains the highest level of respect for the individuals and events discussed. Any historical facts or information presented in this video have been carefully researched and verified from reliable sources. The use of AI is intended solely for illustrative purposes and should not be interpreted as a representation of actual persons or events unless otherwise stated. Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976: Reference: https://bit.ly/3l8GUbc 1) This video has no negative impact. 2) This video is also for entertainment purposes. 3) It is transformative in nature. Does Scanderbeg's Legendary Treasure Still Lie Hidden in the Albanian Mountains? published first on https://www.youtube.com/@bafflingmysteries/

[eclecticstarlightblogger]

Αλβανία: Έκαναν την προτομή του Γκιέργκι Καστριώτη με το πρόσωπο του Έντι Ράμα!

Φωτό: Η προτομή του ‘Καστριώτη’ στο Hora e Arbëreshë στην Ιταλία, ο Σαλί Μπερίσα καταγγέλλει ότι το πρόσωπο δεν είναι του εθνικού ήρωα των Αλβανών, αλλά του πρωθυπουργού Έντι Ράμα! Τα αποκαλυπτήρια της προτομής του Εθνικού Ήρωα της Αλβανίας, Γεωργίου Καστριώτη Σκεντέρμπεη/ Gjergj Kastriot Skënderbeu στους Αρμπερέσηδες στην Ιταλία, από την πρόεδρο της Συνέλευσης Ελίσα […] Αλβανία: Έκαναν την…

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Αλβανία: Έκαναν την προτομή του Γκιέργκι Καστριώτη με το πρόσωπο του Έντι Ράμα!

Φωτό: Η προτομή του ‘Καστριώτη’ στο Hora e Arbëreshë στην Ιταλία, ο Σαλί Μπερίσα καταγγέλλει ότι το πρόσωπο δεν είναι του εθνικού ήρωα των Αλβανών, αλλά του πρωθυπουργού Έντι Ράμα! Τα αποκαλυπτήρια της προτομής του Εθνικού Ήρωα της Αλβανίας, Γεωργίου Καστριώτη Σκεντέρμπεη/ Gjergj Kastriot Skënderbeu στους Αρμπερέσηδες στην Ιταλία, από την πρόεδρο της Συνέλευσης Ελίσα […] Αλβανία: Έκαναν την…