This is the third of six separate films that combine to form a definitive history of the break up of Yugoslavia. In the third segment, the details of how Croatia and Slovenia gained independence from Yugoslavia are provided, as well as how the Serbian and Yugoslav federation authorities and the Yugoslav Army responded to the situation. Involvement of the EC leaders and their attempts to prevent the outbreak of war are discussed. Events in Borovo selo, Kijevo, and Vukovar, which led to bloodshed and ethnic cleansing, are explained in detail. Interviews with all key politicians and players included, accompanied with footage of events.