History

Albanian History

Origins
The Illyrians
The Roman Empire
The Byzantine Empire
The Ottoman Empire
The Rise of Nationalism
Independent Albania
World War II
Socialist Albania
Collapse of Communism

Chronology of Events

Historical Figures

Gjergj Kastrioti - Skenderbeg
Ahmet Zogu - Zog I, King of the Albanians
Enver Hoxha

Mother Teresa (Gonxhe Bojaxhiu)
1910-1997

List of Albanians who are famous or notable,
sorted by occupation and last name

Other Interesting Information

Etymology of the name "Albania"
Albanian Population since the 19th century
Picture Gallery