Since World War II. when much of Eastern Europe was forcibly incorporated into the Soviet Union. Estonians under Communist control have yearned for the return of selfdetermination and freedom in their own land. Estonia. which was victimized by the brutal Nazi war machine. has more recently suffered at the hands of the Russians. The Soviets desire to obliterate all traces of the Estonian nationits history. culture. traditions. and religion. "Russification" methods have included intimidation. arrest. and deportation. Still. the spirit of the Estonians thrives. their hope has not been diminished. On this. the celebration of Estonian independence. the American people salute their courage. and support their ongoing struggle.e
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