Josip Broz Tito was a Yugoslav revolutionary and statesman, serving as the leader of Yugoslavia from 1945 until his death in 1980. He was a key figure in the Partisan resistance during World War II and played a significant role in the establishment of socialist Yugoslavia. Tito pursued a policy of non-alignment during the Cold War, seeking to maintain independence from both the Eastern Bloc and the Western Bloc. He was known for his strong leadership and ability to maintain unity among the diverse ethnic groups within Yugoslavia. Tito's legacy continues to be a subject of debate and discussion, with some viewing him as a unifying figure and others criticizing his authoritarian rule.