The Croatian War took place from 1991 to 1995, following Croatia's declaration of independence from Yugoslavia. The conflict involved the Croatian government forces and the Serb minority, who opposed independence and sought to join Serbia. The war was marked by significant violence, including ethnic cleansing and widespread human rights violations. The war ended with the signing of the Dayton Agreement in 1995, which established peace and recognized Croatia's sovereignty. The conflict resulted in thousands of deaths and displaced many people, leaving a lasting impact on the region's demographics and politics.