Singing Revolution
The Singing Revolution refers to a non-violent movement in the late 1980s that led to the restoration of independence for Estonia from the Soviet Union. It was characterized by mass singing events, where thousands of people gathered to sing national songs and express their desire for freedom. This cultural expression played a crucial role in uniting the Estonian people and fostering a sense of national identity.
The movement gained momentum during the Baltic Way in 1989, when approximately two million people joined hands to form a human chain across the three Baltic states: Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. The peaceful nature of the Singing Revolution inspired similar movements in other countries and demonstrated the power of collective action through culture and music.