The Albanian National Movement was a political and cultural initiative that emerged in the late 19th century, aimed at promoting the rights and identity of the Albanian people. It sought to unify Albanians living in the Ottoman Empire and to establish an independent Albanian state. Key figures in this movement included Ismail Qemali and Naim Frashëri, who played significant roles in advocating for national awareness and education. The movement gained momentum leading up to the Declaration of Independence in 1912, when Albania officially declared its independence from the Ottoman Empire. This event marked a crucial turning point in Albanian history, as it laid the foundation for the establishment of a sovereign nation and the preservation of Albanian culture and language.