Ilus Eesti, beautiful Estonia. My family's homeland. Estonia's countryside and people have an endearing gentleness about them which you fall in love with slowly and imperceptibly. I have nothing but respect and admiration for Estonians' courage and determination to survive despite centuries of repression, tyranny and foreign occupation. This blog aims to promote Estonian news, history and culture and seeks to enlighten readers about everything this unique country has to offer.
Sunday 8 October 2023
Pride of Estonia: Paul Keres, one of the best to never hold chess world crown
The UK's Guardian newspaper recently published an article about Paul Keres, Estonia's greatest chess player. Paul Keres was a national hero and his image has been immortalised on stamps, coins and banknotes.