Albanian revolt 1997

Upheaval in the land of the eagles

A short account of post-war Albanian social history and an analysis of the 1997 rebellion. Includes an extensive chronology of events.

Submitted by Mike Harman on Jul 22 2007 11:54

A collection of articles on the Albanian insurrection of 1997, by Elephant Editions.

Submitted by martinh on Oct 26 2006 21:54

An eyewitness record of Albania during March, covering the confrontation between Berisha, the political parties and the rebels.

Submitted by martinh on Oct 26 2006 21:50

An account by EP of the Albanian south between 20 - 25 March during the uprising, plus two characteristic dialogues.

Submitted by Ed on Sep 19 2006 20:03

A little-known uprising in Albania, triggered by International Monetary Fund measures after which the state lost complete control.

Submitted by libcom on Jan 12 2006 15:39

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