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201950 minPGdocumentary

6.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

The Balkans in Flames

201950 minPGdocumentary

6.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Over a hundred years of wars and conflicts have shaped the tumultuous history of Southeast Europe, leaving lasting scars on its people.

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Over a hundred years of wars and conflicts have shaped the tumultuous history of Southeast Europe, leaving lasting scars on its people.

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Yugoslavia's collapse in the 20th century led to decades of conflict in Southeast Europe. The Balkans in Flames documents the wars and violent confrontations that erupted during this period. UN blue helmet soldiers remain stationed in the area due to ongoing tensions. Personal stories and historical accounts reveal the lasting effects of the region's bloody past on its people. Memories of these conflicts persist, impacting the lives of many across the Balkans.

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