SloveniaOn the Day of Statehood, three statues of prominent Gorenja residents—Ivan Oman, Franto Tomšič, and Dr. Franto Bučar—who played significant roles in Slovenia's independence process were unveiled in Cerklje. The event took place at the Hribarjeva villa garden, coinciding with the opening of the municipal museum and the first regional exhibition on events during Slovenia's independence. Mayor Franc Čebulj explained that the statues aim to bring the pivotal events of the late 1980s and early 1990s closer to younger generations who did not experience those times. Former Prime Minister Lojze Peterle, speaking at the ceremony, emphasized the importance of unity and broad public support during Slovenia's path to independence, noting that every vote for independence was significant. He highlighted that Slovenians effectively decided twice for independence: once through voting for the Democratic Alternative (Demos) and again through the referendum. The unveiling of the statues was described as a special expression of gratitude and tribute to those who held leading roles during the independence movement.
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