Battle of Livno

The Battle of Livno is the name of several battles fought over the town of Livno during World War II, which changed hands between the Independent State of Croatia and Partisan forces several times.

[1] The defence of the city was led by Rafael Boban and elements of his Black Legion.

The battle resulted in Boban's forces retreating from Livno.

A mass grave containing over 1,000 bodies of people executed by the Partisans was subsequently discovered near Livno.

The success of the operation resulted in over 1,000 volunteers from the area to join the Croatian forces.

Attack on Livno