Hrvati Bosne i Hercegovine | |
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Total population | |
544,780 (2013) | |
Regions with significant populations | |
Federation of BiH | 497,883 (22.44%) |
Republika Srpska | 29,645 (2.41%) |
Brčko District | 17,252 (20.66%) |
Languages | |
Croatian | |
Religion | |
Christianity (Catholic Church) | |
Related ethnic groups | |
Croats |
The Croats of Bosnia and Herzegovina, often referred to as Bosnian Croats, are the third most populous ethnic group in that country.[1] They are one of the constitutive nations of Bosnia and Herzegovina.[2] They are also a native ethnic group of Bosnia and Herzegovina, as their presence there dates back to the 7th century A.D.[3] Croats of Bosnia and Herzegovina have made significant contributions to the culture of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Their native language is Croatian, and about 76% say they are Roman Catholic.[4]
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