The Second Ilinden Uprising was a significant rebellion that took place in 1941 in the region of Macedonia. It was primarily led by the National Liberation Movement against the occupying forces of Nazi Germany and their allies during World War II. The uprising aimed to establish a free and independent Macedonian state. The uprising was named after the first Ilinden Uprising of 1903, which sought to liberate Macedonia from Ottoman rule. Although the Second Ilinden Uprising was ultimately suppressed, it played a crucial role in the struggle for Macedonian identity and independence, influencing future movements in the region.