In tonight's episode of The Restful Record, we explore the rich, complex, and often tragic history of Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina and a city that has stood at the crossroads of empires and conflict. From the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914—an event that sparked World War I—to the horrors of World War II and the Siege of Sarajevo during the Bosnian War in the 1990s, Sarajevo’s story is one of resilience, multiculturalism, and survival.

We’ll dive into the city's Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian legacies, the rise and fall of Yugoslavia, and how the city became both a symbol of unity and division. Learn how Sarajevo has endured centuries of political upheaval, including the longest siege in modern European history, and emerged with a unique cultural identity.

Whether you’re a history lover, traveler, or just curious about the places that shaped our world, this episode offers a powerful narrative of Sarajevo’s past and present.

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Podcast cover art image by Eric Nopanen.