Summary
Anto Baković: Tito's prisoner no. 8986: memories of my priestly imprisonment
Book Tito's prisoner no. 8986 – memories of my priestly service is an autobiographical work by Don Ante Baković, a priest who lived through multiple persecutions and imprisonments under the communist regime in the former Yugoslavia. Through personal testimonies, letters from prison, memories of parish work and detailed descriptions of prison days, the author reveals how faith, humanity and dedication to the church's mission were his strength in times of repression, surveillance and threats.
Don Ante, imprisoned for "involuntary" activities - such as gathering young people, helping the poor and educating children - becomes a symbol of resistance and spiritual endurance. The imprisonment under number 8986, which he partially served in Zenica and Foča, left a deep mark, but also confirmed his unwavering loyalty to the priestly vocation and the Croatian people.
This book is not only a personal confession, but also an important historical document about the position of the Catholic Church, freedom of religion and human rights in a totalitarian regime. At the same time, it is a strong message of hope, faith and forgiveness, despite injustice and suffering.
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