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Patriotic Demonstration in Estonia

Patriotic Demonstration in Estonia
This demonstration in Estonia is a typical manifestation of nationalism. The flag is one of the most potent of nationalistic symbols, and frequently features in such demonstrations. In Estonia, national consciousness suppressed during over 50 years of Soviet domination after its annexation in 1940 re-emerged after independence in 1991. Concerns have since been raised regarding the treatment of ethnic Russian residents in Estonia.
Vlastimir Shone/Liaison Agency
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Estonia; Nationalism
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