240 Godina Školstva u Babinoj Gredi

Published to mark a significant milestone—240 years of schooling in Babina Greda (1775–2015)—this commemorative book is a thoroughly researched and valuable local history work dedicated to the evolution of education in Slavonia. Schooling in Babina Greda traces its roots back to the era of the Military Frontier and the 18th-century reforms of Empress Maria Theresa; this monograph chronicles its development, transformations, challenges, and achievements over the centuries. Drawing on extensive archival material, vintage photographs, documents, and personal accounts, the book brings to life the generations of teachers and students who shaped the village's social and cultural landscape. It covers key stages—from the earliest elementary classrooms and German and "trivial" schools to the construction of the modern "Mijat Stojanović" Elementary School. Beyond the educational process itself, the book highlights the school's role as a driving force behind the social, cultural, and sporting life of Babina Greda. This publication is not merely a local chronicle but also a significant contribution to the study of the history of Croatian education and the preservation of the identity and cultural heritage of the Slavonia region.