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Battle of Kosovo, Adam Stefanović, 1870
Battle on Kosovo, by Adam Stefanović, oil, 1870

The Battle of Kosovo was a very important fight between the Serbian army and the Ottoman Empire. It happened on June 15, 1389, which was known as St. Vitus' Day back then. Today, this day is celebrated on June 28.

Both sides suffered huge losses in this battle. It was such a difficult fight that it actually slowed down the Ottoman Empire's advance into Europe for many years. This battle is remembered as a key moment in the history of both Serbia and the Ottoman Empire.

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  • Грб Вуковића

    15px]] Vlatko Vuković's coat of arms

  • Battle of Kosovo plan

    Plan of the battle

  • Miloš Obilić, by Aleksandar Dobrić, 1861

    Miloš Obilić, who is said to have killed Sultan Murad I.

  • Turkish armor during battles of Marica and Kosovo

    Turkish armor from the time of the battles of Marica and Kosovo.

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