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 The first issue of Perno Postimees ehk Näddalileht ('Pärnu Postman or Weekly Paper') |
Founded by Johann Voldemar Jannsen in 1857, the first Estonian-language newspaper Perno Postimees heralded a novel form of action that remained central to Estonian national awakening until the beginning of the 20th century. Most future statesmen acquired their initial skills from the press and by the turn of the century the editorial staffs of newspapers had become the main foci of party politics.
Several important national symbols of Estonia date from late 19th century: e.g. the blue-black-and-white tricolour, introduced as the banner of the Estonian Students' Society in 1884. The original flag has almost miraculously survived the turmoil of the 20th century, and is again publicly displayed on festive occasions. |
The first issue of Perno Postimees ehk Näddalileht ('Pärnu Postman or Weekly Paper')
