Spomenar hrvatskim žrtvama Virovitičko-podravske županije stradalim 1941.-1945. i 1991.-1995. godine

The book Spomenar hrvatskim žrtvama (A Memorial to Croatian Victims), authored by Mira Pelikan and Miroslav Gazda (published in 2003), is a documentary and commemorative work dedicated to preserving the memory of Croats who perished in armed conflicts, political persecutions, and under repressive regimes during the 20th century, with a particular focus on the suffering endured during the Homeland War. In this volume, the authors have gathered a wealth of material, including personal biographies, documentary photography, survivor testimonies, lists of the fallen and missing, and archival records. The book is conceived as an enduring monument and a dignified tribute to all the innocent victims—soldiers and civilians alike—who laid down their lives for the freedom and independence of their homeland. Beyond its historiographical and commemorative significance, the work conveys a powerful educational and moral message against oblivion, calling for respect for historical truth and the dignity of every human life lost. Spomenar hrvatskim žrtvama represents a significant contribution to Croatian culture of remembrance and local historiography. It serves as an invaluable resource for researchers, the families of the victims, and anyone interested in modern Croatian history and the scale of human suffering in the struggle for survival and freedom.