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201990 minGdocumentary

Historical Events Indigenous Histories

MOLDOVA 89-91

201990 minGdocumentary

Mircea Snegur reflects on Moldova's path to independence from the Soviet Union between 1989 and 1991, featuring insights from key political figures.

Historical Events Indigenous Histories

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Eugen Damaschin

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Mircea Snegur reflects on Moldova's path to independence from the Soviet Union between 1989 and 1991, featuring insights from key political figures.

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Eugen Damaschin

Eugen Damaschindirector

Lica Sainciuccast

Nicolae Pojogacast

Sergiu Musteațăcast

Igor Dângacast

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Mircea Snegur, the first president of Moldova, recounts the tumultuous years from 1989 to 1991 that led to the country's independence following the collapse of the Soviet Union. Directed by Eugen Damaschin, Moldova 89-91 features insights from key political figures, including former Deputy Prime Minister Iurie Rosca and President Vladimir Voronin. Each participant offers a distinct perspective on the events that shaped the Republic of Moldova's emergence as a sovereign state. The documentary captures the complexity of this historical moment.

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