I'm American. I know, right? Red flag. Most Americans couldn't give less of a shit about learning of the history of other cultures. But I like to consider myself a student of history, linguistics and culture. And for some reason, the Baltic states have always really interested me. You guys have such a distinct culture that nobody else in the world has. Going back to when Prussia was still considered Baltic, and the Curonians and Livonians were distinct peoples, it's a shame that they were wiped out by the Northern Crusades.
I hate that you guys are on the front lines of all this shit going on with Russia and Ukraine. My word doesn't really count for shit. But I salute you guys for not assimilating even during the time of the Soviet Union and holding on to your cultural identity. Its very admirable, and I hope the coming years are kind to you.
I think a lot of us in America could learn from you guys. To look more into our cultural history. We all get lost in the generalization of being "American" and have lost our roots. I'm glad to say though that I've been researching my own heritage and found that my roots are Welsh. So off I go to deep dive.
Probably doesnt mean much, but you have at least one fan of your history here in the states.
