Latvian Republic

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Latvian Republic

The Struggle for Freedom

European history Military history

Author: Herbert A. Grant Watson

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Collection: Routledge Revivals

Language: English

Published by: Routledge

Published on: 1st March 2024

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9781040013120


Introduction

First published in 1965, The Latvian Republic is based on the official British documents, partly on German and other writings of the period and of the author’s own experiences on a mission to Baltic Provinces in 1919.

Historical Background

Throughout the centuries of foreign domination and the determination of their rulers to stamp out all vestiges of nationalism, the national spirit of the Latvian people survived, and they remained united in the hope of achieving, one day, the state of independent nationhood.

Independence Declaration

With the collapse of the Russian Empire towards the end of the First World War, their dream became reality. A Latvian Provisional Government was formed and in November 1918 the Latvians declared themselves an independent republic, encouraged by the declaration of President Wilson in favour of the self-determination of all peoples and of all nations.

Intended Audience

This book will be of interest to students of history and political science.

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