A memorial event was held on June 14th to commemorate the mass deportation of Estonians that began on the night of June 13th, 1941. Over 10,000 Estonians were deported to Siberia, Russia, following an order issued by Soviet repressive organs. During the operation, approximately 3,000 men were arrested and subsequently imprisoned, primarily within GULAG prison camps. Many of those detained were executed, and a significant number died under harsh conditions. Families of the deported individuals, including women and children, were also sent to Russia. The event serves to remember the compatriots who perished in the hope of Estonia’s future. Silva Kärner, President of the Memento Järvamaa Association, noted that despite the nation’s small size on the Baltic Sea coast, Estonia has successfully preserved its identity. The remembrance focuses on the events of june, specifically the deportation to russia. Topics: #june #russia #memorial Post navigation A third night concert is needed to support the restoration work of the roof of the Suur-Jaani church The new Chinese tank: will it also have a laser weapon?
It’s a heartbreaking reminder of a dark chapter in Estonian history and the suffering of so many families. Reply