The Second World War profoundly affected the lives of the civilian population, including children, who were also impacted by its consequences. Although Slovenian historiography has devoted considerable attention to the National Liberation Movement, the role of children within this historical process has often received less comprehensive treatment. This thesis therefore examines the role of children in the National Liberation Movement in Slovenia between 1941 and 1945. The aim of the research is to shed light on the various forms of children's involvement in the resistance movement and to demonstrate their contribution to the National Liberation Movement. Particular attention is also devoted to the care provided for children during the war, especially the development of the Partisan primary school system and the operation of the Partisan Maternity Hospital at Rog, which represent important examples of efforts to protect, educate, and care for the youngest members of society under wartime conditions. The research is based on children's testimonies, which provide valuable insight into their experiences of the war from a child's perspective.
The findings indicate that children during the Second World War were not merely passive victims of the occupation but actively participated in the National Liberation Movement within the limits of their abilities.
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