Mykolas Burokevičius
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Mykolas Burokevičius was a communist political leader in Lithuania. After the Communist Party of Lithuania separated from the Communist Party of the Soviet Union, he established alternative pro-CPSU C
Burokevičius in 2006
January Events
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The January Events were a series of violent confrontations between the civilian population of Lithuania, supporting independence, and the Soviet Armed Forces. The events took place between 11 and 13 J
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…future of the LSSR" - and eventually did so. During its lifetime, the party established several organizations meant to be alternative ministries. The Soviet Army assault on the Vilnius TV tower and station on 13 January 1991 followed, during which 14 people were killed. During the period of 11 to 19 January 1991, the pro-CPSU party also made five more…
A man with a Lithuanian flag in front of a Soviet tank, 13 January 1991
A rally in Vingis Park to commemorate and condemn the Molotov–Ribbentrop Pact in 1988, organized by Sąjūdis
Unarmed civilians defend the Lithuanian Press House from Soviet Airborne Forces troopers, January 1991
Preparation for the anticipated Soviet assault inside the parliament building, the Seimas Palace, 13 January.