'United we stand, divided we fall.' the Baltic Way

🌍✌️ The Baltic Way, also known as the Baltic Chain, was a remarkable peaceful political demonstration that took place on 23 August 1989. On this day, approximately 2 million people from Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania joined hands to form a human chain spanning over 600 kilometers (370 miles). This extraordinary event was a powerful statement of unity and a demand for independence from Soviet rule.

📅 Date: 23 August 1989
🌏 Location: Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania
🗣️ Purpose: Demonstrate unity and demand independence from the Soviet Union

✊ Highlights:

Over 600 km long human chain
Participation of around 2 million people
Symbol of peaceful protest and solidarity
💬 Join us as we remember this incredible act of courage and unity that played a significant role in the fight for freedom and independence in the Baltic States.

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📚 Learn more about the Baltic Way and its impact on history in this video!

🔗 [Link to full documentary on the Baltic Way]