| ID | 159196 |
| Title Proper | Transformation of ‘Holiday’ in Post-Soviet Space |
| Other Title Information | Celebrating Soviet Victory Day in Latvia |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Zelče, Vita |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article discusses the celebration in Latvia of the victory of the Soviet Union in World War II. Since the restoration of Latvia’s statehood, 9 May has not been an official holiday, but it has become—as ‘Victory Day’—the most important history-linked celebration for the Russian-speaking community in Latvia. The post-1991 history of ‘Victory Day’ makes it possible to track changes in: policies toward history and memory in Russia and Latvia; how political groups have used these celebrations to further their own agendas; and the organisation of events on public holidays. |
| `In' analytical Note | Europe-Asia Studies Vol. 70, No.3; Apr 2018: p. 388-420 |
| Journal Source | Europe-Asia Studies Vol: 70 No 3 |
| Key Words | Latvia ; Post-Soviet Space ; Transformation of ‘Holiday ; Soviet Victory Day |