Thursday, 15 February 2007, 11:03
The Freedom Monument seen with Guard of Honour. The monument is a symbol of Latvian unity and sovereignty. It was intended as a memorial to honour soldiers killed in action during the Latvian War of Independence. Today, the Freedom Monument is one of the most important national symbols of Latvia. The monument is featured on the proposed Latvian 2 Euro coin [location].
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