The Baltic states at 99: Past, Present and Future
University of Latvia, Riga, Latvia, 19-21 June, 2017
The 12th Conference on Baltic Studies in Europe (CBSE) aims to reflect on the past, present and future of the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania 99 years after their declarations of independence. The conference will discuss achievements such as the battles for independence, the reconstruction of war-torn economies, the flourishing of cultural life and the swift ‘return to Europe’ as well as low points, for example, the dislocations caused by the two world wars, German and Soviet occupations as well contemporary economic development, innovation systems, social inequality and a pervading disenchantment with political life.
Proposals can be submitted until 15th January 2017. CBSE welcomes proposals for papers, panels and roundtable discussions in all academic fields related to Baltic studies. Paper, panel and roundtable proposals must include an abstract of no more than 200 words and a 1-2 page CV emailed to the conference contact: [email protected]
Results will be announced on 1 February 2017. Conference registration opens on 1 March 2017.
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