Slavonia
Americannoun
noun
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As a native of Vinkovci in eastern Slavonia, the eastern-most portion of Croatia, bordering on the River Danube, Mr Hadzic was in political control of Serbs in towns like Dalj, Vukovar, Erdut and Ilok.
From BBC • Jul. 20, 2011
As one of the River Sava's largest ports, it was a fief of ferrymen who plied their craft from the south bank to Hapsburg-ruled Slavonia on the other side.
From Time Magazine Archive
The Eastern Slavonia region bordering Serbia will revert to Croatian control after a one-year transition period, which can be extended to two years by either party, with a U.N. administration during the transition.
From Time Magazine Archive
Both Serbia and Croatia have moved forces near eastern Slavonia but have been cautious.
From Time Magazine Archive
Under UN supervision, the last Serb-held enclave in eastern Slavonia was returned to Croatia in 1998.
From The 2003 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency
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