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Sarajevo

This location was the capital of Bosnia-Herzegovina.

Crnotina

This was the location of Zlata's family's summer home, which was eventually destroyed.

Jahorina

This was a popular ski resort destination that many did not travel to once the war broke out.

Dubrovnik

This was the first region near Sarajevo to be attacked.

Mimmy

This was Zlata's affectionate name for her diary.

Cicko and Cici

These were Zlata's pets that unfortunately died during the war.

Wood-burning Stove

This object was found in the attic and used to cook and warm a room in the house.

UNICEF

This organization decided to publish Zlata's diary to share a first-hand account of the Bosnian War.

The Dangerous Room

This was the part of the apartment that had windows facing the hills.

Letters

This object was Zlata's way of connecting with friends who escaped Sarajevo.

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