Скандербег, or Skanderbeg, was a 15th-century Albanian nobleman and military commander known for his resistance against the Ottoman Empire. Born as Gjergj Kastrioti, he became a national hero in Albania for leading a rebellion that united various Albanian principalities. His strategic skills and leadership earned him respect and recognition across Europe. Skanderbeg's legacy is celebrated in Albania and beyond, symbolizing the struggle for independence and national identity. He is often depicted in art and literature, and his life has inspired numerous works, including the famous Skanderbeg's helmet and various statues throughout Albania.