Vabariigi aastapaev - veebruar 24

estonia's independence day - february 24

on this day in 1918, the estonian republic was proclaimed, declaring independence from soviet russia. however, august 20, 1991 is the date estonia declared its independence from the soviet union.

the pictures below are from a parade that took place this morning at vabaduse valjak - freedom square....

i love a good parade...the multi-purpose bayonet...

the crowd on toompea hill -
which overlooks vabaduse valjak...

quick fact:
8 months of military service is
compulsory for all male citizens...


there were even
amphibious trucks...


but we're ready for some hot tea... brrr!