Baltic States mark 85th anniversary of Soviet mass deportations
The Baltic States of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania commemorated the 85th anniversary of the Soviet mass deportations of 1941. Leaders emphasized the historical trauma and the importance of remembering the victims of Soviet-era repression.
Why it matters
This commemoration highlights the ongoing historical and political tensions between the Baltic nations and Russia regarding their shared history.
FILE PHOTO - Visitors read names at the monument for the victims of communism in Tallinn, Estonia, August 23, 2018. (is associated with: «Baltic States mark 85th anniversary of Soviet mass deportations») Alexander Welscher/dpa The Baltic States marked the 85th anniversary on Sunday of the mass deportation of tens of thousands of people by the Soviet Union with nationwide commemorative events.
The article provides a historical account of the events and quotes official statements without injecting personal bias.
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