The title itself suggests a revelation of hidden facts. In this book, Boljkovac discusses his role in the anti-fascist struggle and his later cooperation with Franjo Tuđman. He provides an insider’s view of the Ministry of the Interior during the crucial years of 1990 and 1991. The text is often cited for its candid descriptions of the tensions between different political factions and the challenges of maintaining order during a period of revolutionary change.

3.3 Critical Reception

The First Minister of the Interior: The climax of the book focuses on his role as the first Minister of the Interior of independent Croatia in 1991. He describes the chaotic and high-stakes environment of the early 1990s, including his collaboration with Franjo Tuđman and the eventual fallout that led to his removal from the political inner circle. Key Themes and Controversies

The memoir addresses his legal battles regarding his past in OZNA, where he consistently maintained his innocence against charges related to the liquidation of civilians in 1945. Historical Authenticity: