Everything you need to know about Latvia. it's history is a tapestry woven with influences from various civilizations. The region, inhabited by Baltic tribes for centuries, saw the arrival of German crusaders in the 12th century, leading to the establishment of the Livonian Confederation. Over time, Latvia became part of the Swedish and later the Russian Empires. It wasn't until the aftermath of World War I that Latvia emerged as an independent nation in 1918. However, this independence was short-lived as Latvia was occupied by the Soviet Union and later by Germany during World War II. Following the war, it fell under Soviet rule again until 1991 when it finally regained its independence. This tumultuous history has shaped Latvia into the culturally diverse and resilient nation it is today.

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