SPEECHES OF OLEKSANDR BARVINSKYI IN THE GALICIAN SEJM AS A SOURCE FOR STUDYING THE DEVELOPMENT OF SECONDARY EDUCATION FOR UKRAINIANS IN THE LATE 19TH AND EARLY 20TH CENTURIES

Abstract

This scientific article examines the role of the speeches of Oleksandr Barvinskyi, a prominent public figure and politician, in the context of the development of education for Ukrainians in Halychyna in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This work aims to elucidate key aspects of educational policy and to explore the socio-economic and cultural context in which educational reforms in Halychyna during that period took place. The objective of the article is to analyze Oleksandr Barvinskyi’s speeches in the Galician Sejm as a source for studying the development of secondary education for Ukrainians in Halychyna at the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th centuries. The research methodology is based on the principles of historicism, scientific rigor, objectivity, and systematic approach. General scientific methods (analysis, synthesis, generalization) and specialized historical methods (historical-genetic, historical-systematic) are utilized. Conclusions. Oleksandr Barvinskyi played a pivotal role in the formation and development of Ukrainian education in Halychyna. His speeches in the Galician Sejm reflect a deep awareness of the educational and cultural issues facing Ukrainians and his efforts to address these issues. Barvinskyi’s speeches indicate significant political struggle for the educational rights of Ukrainians. This struggle occurred against the backdrop of political pressure and resistance from Polish politicians who dominated the Galician Sejm. Barvinskyi consistently argued for the necessity of developing Ukrainian education, using facts and statistics to support his positions. Barvinskyi emphasized the importance of cultural and linguistic aspects in education. He underscored that the education of Ukrainians should be based on their native language and culture, which is crucial for preserving national identity. Barvinskyi’s speeches had a significant impact on public opinion and political decisions regarding the development of Ukrainian education. They contributed to raising awareness about educational problems and the need to address them, ultimately leading to improved educational conditions for Ukrainians in Halychyna.