The Development of the Slovenian Presence in Gorizia's Public Space before the First World War

Abstract

The article deals with the development of Slovenian presence in the public space of the city of Gorizia – the multi-ethnic centre of the region of Gorizia and Gradisca – at the turn of the 19th to 20th century. The Slovenian strategy of entering the city's public space, where the Italian community dominated, focused on strengthening the economic and political power in the city. In practice, this was reflected in the growing number of Slovenian economic subjects, various associations and organisations, and the purchase and construction of representative buildings. The Slovenian expansion into the city centre culminated in the construction of the Trade House in 1904.