As the new Alexander, Athleta Christi, and hero of the Italian Renaissance, Georg Kastriota (1405-1468), known as Skanderbeg, entered the history of Southeast Europe. For a quarter of a century, he successfully led the resistance against the Ottoman sultans in the Albanian highlands with peasant and shepherd warriors. Even during his lifetime, he enjoyed an unusual fame as a freedom fighter. Skanderbeg's deeds resonated strongly in the European public even after his death. He was claimed as a national hero by all the peoples of Southeast Europe, and even today, the memory of him evokes strong emotions in the Balkans. This captivating portrayal leads to a significant reevaluation of Skanderbeg, which has already sparked intense reactions in Albania prior to its publication.