Museum of the Occupation of Latvia Museum
We must stand for our land. Time for barricades.
For students in grades 9-12
Online lesson.
Objective : To learn about the Barricades events of 1991 and their significance in the process of restoring Latvia's independence, to understand the courage, unity and willingness of people to defend their country in a non-violent manner, as well as to realize the historical and human significance of this time in modern Latvia.
- Visitors:
- Groups
- Length:
- 60 minūtes
- Address:
Latviešu strēlnieku laukums 1, Rīga LV-1050, Latvija
- Contacts:
+371 67229255, info@okupacijasmuzejs.lv
https://okupacijasmuzejs.lv/lv/skolam/nodarbibas/par-savu-zemi-jastav-barikazu-laiks
During the lesson, students will try to find answers to the questions: What was the transition period from legal Latvian independence to actual independence? Can tanks and OMON be stopped with non-violent resistance? What gave people courage and what was their motivation? The lesson leaders will discuss with students values, courage, and Latvia 30 years ago and now, because the topic of the lesson is not just history - together we will try to understand the power of national unity and the value of a free and independent state.