When did Estonia gain independence?
February 24, 1918
Estonia/Founded
The Republic of Estonia was founded on 24 February 1918, when the Salvation Committee (Päästekomitee) declared the independence of the Republic of Estonia. This date was celebrated as Independence Day until the Soviet occupation of Estonia in 1940.
Why do I love Tallinn?
1. Tallinn has an interesting and sordid history. The city’s medieval Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with winding cobblestone roads and brimming with beautiful historic buildings. Tallinn was part of Soviet Russia until 1920 when Russia acknowledged Estonia’s independence.
Who did Estonia gain independence from in 1918?
Estonian War of Independence
| Date | 28 November 1918 – 2 February 1920 (1 year, 2 months and 5 days) |
|---|---|
| Location | Estonia, Latvia, northwestern Russia |
| Result | Estonian victory |
| Territorial changes | Independence of Estonia Vidzeme gained by the Republic of Latvia |
Why was Estonia part of the USSR?
On 24 September 1939, warships of the Soviet Navy appeared off Estonian ports and Soviet bombers began patrolling over the area around Tallinn. Moscow demanded that Estonia allow the USSR to establish Soviet military bases and station 25,000 troops on Estonian soil for the duration of the European war.
When did Estonia stop being communist?
Communist Party of Estonia
| Communist Party of Estonia Eestimaa Kommunistlik Partei | |
|---|---|
| Leader | Karl Säre (1940–1943) Nikolai Karotamm (1943–1950) Johannes Käbin (1950–1978) Karl Vaino (1978–1988) Vaino Väljas (1988–1990) |
| Founded | 5 November 1920 |
| Dissolved | 26 March 1990 |
| Ideology | Communism Marxism-Leninism |
Is Estonia worth seeing?
Estonia is ranked in the top 5 countries for the cleanest air in the world due to huge expanses of forest and a relatively smaller population within the borders. The medieval Old Town of Tallinn is considered the best and most preserved in the world. 50% of Estonia is made up of forestry.
Is Tallinn worth going to?
Tallinn really is one of the most beautiful cities in Eastern Europe, and is the perfect place for a city break. So I suggest you spend at least 3 nights there! You could spend more, but no less or you’ll miss out on all the best things to do in Tallinn. Tartu is another great Estonian city that is worth visiting.