The master's thesis examines the socio-economic development of the settlement of Črenšovci in the 19th and 20th centuries, analyzing the impact of political, demographic, economic, and institutional processes on the life of the local population and the formation of the historical image of the place. The focus is on the role of the parish, education, agriculture, migration, and industrialization within the broader regional context of Prekmurje. The methodological approach combines the contextualization of research on the history of Prekmurje through a review of secondary literature and the analysis of available primary sources, such as archival documents, church registers, population censuses, and oral sources. The findings confirm that the changes in Črenšovci were strongly connected to external influences, such as political changes and regional economic processes, while the parish, with its schools and associations, played a key role in preserving local identity and cultural life. Agriculture remains the economic foundation of the settlement, although it transformed after World War II, whereas industrial employment in the region led to migration flows and the departure of many young people abroad. Demographic data show high birth rates in the 19th century and a subsequent decline in natural population growth, which was mainly related to emigration. The thesis emphasizes the importance of local history as a key part of the broader national history and highlights that even smaller communities significantly contribute to the shaping of historical consciousness and cultural continuity.
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