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Battles

How do Europeans deal with their recent dark history (the wars, dictatorships and occupations)? What traces are etched?

Top Cast

  • Viktor Anatolievich Volkov

    Viktor Anatolievich Volkov

    Himself

  • Madara Marta Viciule

    Madara Marta Viciule

    Herself

  • Nina Nikolaevna Volkova

    Nina Nikolaevna Volkova

    Herself

  • Gedemins Viciulis

    Gedemins Viciulis

    Himself

Overview

How do Europeans deal with their recent dark history (the wars, dictatorships and occupations)? What traces are etched?

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