
In 1873, brave men known as the New Latvians held the first-ever Latvian song festival under the watchful eye of oppressive censorship. This massive celebration, featuring 1,003 singers – both men and women – changed the course of the nation’s history. It stands as a unique example of non-violent resistance in the fight for freedom against imperialism, led by Latvia’s entrepreneurs, writers, publicists and ordinary villagers.
Rihards Kārlis Tomsons
Jānis Frīdrihs Baumanis
Anna Līdumnieks
Jurģis Grietēns

Bernhards Dīriķis
Krišjānis Kalniņš
Zelma Līdumnieks
Atis Kronvalds
Edgars Balodis
Pēteris Šiliņš