History of Estonia Podcast William of Clermont
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Before the written word, the people of Estonia handed down their stories and traditions orally. History of Estonia Podcast attempts to catalog the History of Estonia starting with the land that was settled and moving along a defined timeline. Once we reach modernity, we will go back in time once again and dig into more detail and dwell on the places, events and stories that deserve to be told more thoroughly.
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The Forest Brothers in Estonia with General Martin Herem
In this episode, we are incredibly fortunate to have General Martin Herem, the overall commander of the Estonian Defense Forces, with us. We discuss the Forest Brothers in Estonia after World War II. We are publishing this episode on March 29, 2024, which is the 20th anniversary of Estonia's accession to NATO.
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The Russian Factor in Baltic History in the 19th & 20th C with Professor Karsten Brugemann
The Russian Factor in Baltic History in the 19th & 20th C with Professor Karsten Brugemann
Educational Credentials
He earned the prestigious Dr. habil. (2013) from the University of Gießen(geesan, Germany (History Department) which is the highest academic degree in Germany
He received his Dr. philosophy. (1999) also from the University of Hamburg, (History Department)
He received his M.A. in History and Slavic Philology (1993) from the University of Hamburg
As far as his Professional Experience is concerned:
Professor of Estonian and General History at Tallinn University, Institute of History since September 200
Research Assistant at Nordost-Institut Lüneburg (Germany) from September 2005 to August 2008
Elected Docent for General History at Narva College of Tartu University, where he also served as Head of the Humanities Department
Visiting Lecturer in History and German Studies at Narva College of Tartu University from September 2002 to August 2004
Research Assistant at the Archive of the Institut Nordost-deutsches Kulturwerk, Lüneburg (Germany) from April 1998 to December 2001
Contract Lecturer (Eastern European History) at the History Department, University of Hamburg, from 1999 to 2001
Contract Lecturer (Baltic Studies) at the Institute for Finno-Ugric Studies, University of Hamburg, from 1996 to 2002
He began his career as a Research Assistant at the Department for Education Science, Institute for History (Eastern European History) at the University of the Federal Armed Forces Hamburg from January 1994 to March 1998
Karsten Brüggemann’s expertise spans the history of the Baltic states and Russia, cultural history, transnational history, and the historical dimension of sports, tourism, and music. -
The National Committee of the Republic of Estonia & Calendar of Events in February 1944
In this episode, we discuss the National Committee of the Republic of Estonia and its importance to the Estonian State's claim of the continuance of government during the Soviet occupation.
Calendar of Events in February 1944
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JdS96R6WuaI
Anthem of the Estonian volunteer regiment in the Finnish Army 1943- 1944 -
Calendar of Events in the Year 1944 Estonia / Zelensky's Trip to Tallinn
We start off the new year by following the calendar that I picked up at The Estonian War Museum which follows important events and dates in the tumultuous year of 1944.
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On the Historical Identity of Estonians and the Politics of Memory in Estonia: With Toomas Hiio
In this episode, I sit down with Toomas Hiio, the Associate Director at The General Laidoner Estonian War Museum. This is the first in-person interview of the Podcast.
Toomas Hiio, born on June 1, 1965, is a distinguished Estonian historian known for his significant contributions to the study of Estonia's history during crucial periods. He completed his education at Tallinn 32nd Secondary School in 1983 and earned his degree in history from Tartu University in 1991. Hiio is highly regarded in academic circles and holds the esteemed position of research director at the Laidoner Museum. Additionally, he serves as the research manager at the Estonian Memory Institute, showcasing his expertise and dedication to preserving Estonia's historical legacy. Apart from his academic pursuits, Hiio is also a respected reserve officer, having attained the rank of second lieutenant in 1998. Recognizing his contributions to historical research and Estonian society, he was awarded the Order of the White Star IV class in 2002.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLLGtOOkPpA
Peeter Tooma - Mässajate Laul -
The Life and Times of Rear Admiral Johan Pitka
MacFarlane, John M. (2011) Rear–Admiral Sir Johan Pitka – An Unlikely British Columbian Who Founded the Estonian Navy. Nauticapedia.ca 2012. http://nauticapedia.ca/Gallery/Admiral_Pitka.php