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202028 minPGdocumentary

Mans zelts

202028 minPGdocumentary

Latvian soldiers' contributions to military history are highlighted through key events like the Latvian War of Independence, featuring animation and archival materials.

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Askolds Saulītis

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Latvian soldiers' contributions to military history are highlighted through key events like the Latvian War of Independence, featuring animation and archival materials.

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Askolds Saulītis

Askolds Saulītisdirector

Dainis Īvāns

Dainis Īvānswriter

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Latvian soldiers have played a significant role in the nation’s military history. "Mans zelts" presents key moments from the Latvian army's past, including the Latvian War of Independence and the interwar period. The film features animation, unique archive footage, and photographs, alongside narratives from contemporaries. It illustrates the evolution of the National Armed Forces, commissioned by the Ministry of Defense to preserve military history. Directed by Askolds Saulītis, the documentary runs for 28 minutes.

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