About Vladan Jurica
Vladan Jurica was a military personnel, known for Skanderbeg's rebellion.
Vladan Gjurica (d. April 1465) was an Albanian nobleman and Skanderbeg's main advisor during Skanderbeg's rebellion.
Life and death He is thought to be from Gjoricë, in modern-day Dibër County from which he got the surname Gjurica/Jurica. He was most likely a member of the Arianiti family. During the wedding of Mamica Kastrioti, it is recorded that he was wounded in the head during a clash between Lekë Dukagjini and Lekë Zaharia over Irene Dushmani.
During the Battle of Vajkal he was captured by the Ottoman troops and sent to Constantinople where he was tortured and skinned alive.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Vladan Jurica?
chief quartermaster of the League of Lezhe
When was Vladan Jurica born?
Vladan Jurica was born in Gjoricë e Poshtme.
When did Vladan Jurica die?
Vladan Jurica died in 1465 in Constantinople.
What was Vladan Jurica's occupation?
Vladan Jurica was a military personnel.
What was Vladan Jurica known for?
Vladan Jurica was known for Skanderbeg's rebellion.
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