Country Studies US
Country Studies: Latvia
A thorough look at Latvia from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Latvia the Soviet Period
This article details the occupation of Latvia by the Soviet Union following World War II and during the Cold War.
BBC
Bbc: News: Collapse of the Ussr 10 Years On
Extensive information about the collapse of the USSR. Includes an interactive timeline from 1985 through 1991, an interactive map of the countries of the USSR with country profiles and timelines, eyewitness accounts of the collapse of...
University College London
University College London: Internet Resources on Latvia
Use this site if you are researching Latvia. Includes links to economic sites, historical sites, and many more.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Latvia
Learn about religion in Latvia, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Latvia
Learn about core health indicators in Latvia in this World Health Organization country profile, which includes demographic and current health information.
Other
Foreign Affairs of Latvia: Foreign Policy News
This site explains the structure of the Saeima, which is the Latvian Parliament, as well as other aspects of the political system. It gives information on the history of this government's development, and links to more detailed...
US Department of State
Us Department of State: Archive: Latvia
This site contains info on the government, politics, economy, and people of Latvia. Information is current to November 2011.
United Nations
United Nations: Cartographic Section: Baltic States [Pdf]
This United Nations map of the Baltic states shows roads, railroads, cities, geographic features, and neighboring countries.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Latvia: Political Map
A political map of Latvia showing its major cities, highways, and rivers. You can also find the neighbors of Latvia on this map from the Perry-Castaneda Collection.
Library of Congress
Loc: Latvia Transition to Independence
This site from the Library of Congress examines some of the struggles that came out of democratization. The end of the communist party lead to the rise of splintered political parties. Legitimate vs. illegitimate bodies of government are...
The History Place
The History Place: Statistics of the Holocaust
This page from The History Place has a chart with the number of Jewish people killed in the Holocaust. Nearly 6 million Jewish people were murdered. This site is disturbing its apparent accuracy of the Jewish slaughter.
Digital Dialects
Digital Dialects: Latvian Language
Discover the language native to Latvia. Identify and speak the vocabulary presented. Study the words and practice with the learning games.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Latvia
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Latvia, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
Other
Baltic Puzzle: Russia's Policy Towards Estonia and Latvia
This site has the full text of a thesis on Russia's policy toward Estonia and Latvia during the 1990s. Use the contents to go to the section that interests you.
Other
European Journalism Centre
The homepage for the European Journalism Centre, a study with analysis and interpretation of ethnic reporting from Russia, Latvia, and Ukraine. Provides up-to-date information about current events and news from Europe.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Latvia: Economy
Find out about the economic success Latvia has become since its independence in 1990. A chart gives a quick look at facts about the economy. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes and CIA World Fact Book.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Latvia: Government
A discussion about the government of Latvia including information about its many political parties. A chart lists government officials and government structure. From U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Latvia: History
Latvia's history is an interesting tug-of-war between Latvians and occupying countries. Read about Latvia's beginnings and her current history. Information from U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Latvia
This site from the CIA World Factbook gives you lots of current information about Latvia including facts about its geography, people, government, and economy. Map is also included.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Latvia
Comprehensive reference guide that takes you on a virtual trip to the North European nation of Latvia. Background details are given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Latvians
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Latvians. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note: Content...
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Latvia
BBC News features an expansive overview of the European country of Latvia. Focus is on history, current information, country facts, political leaders, and news media. Provides links to a timeline of key events, recent news stories, and...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Latvians
Learn about the culture of the Latvians. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.