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Iron Crosses - Lithuanian Paganism A look at the history and folklore of Lithuania, one of three Baltic countries. Lithuania was the last pagan country in Europe to accept Christianity. This site is devoted to examining the history, folktales and beliefs of Pagan Lithuania. Topics such as Perkunas, Gabija, Zemyna, Saule and the various Grand Dukes (Mindaugas, Gediminas, Jogaila, Vytautas) are explored, along with the elements of Lithuanian paganism - chthonic and indo-european. Iron Crosses A look at the history of the last pagan country of Europe, Lithuania. The site includes translations of folktales, histories of the grand dukes and a collection of lectures on the ancient pre-Christian beliefs. Medieval Lithuania History with chronology, list of Grand Dukes, and articles about Lithuanian castles and society in the Middle Ages. Content available in English, Belarussian, Lithuanian, and Russian. International Public Tribunal on the Evaluation of Crimes of Communism Documentation project sponsored by the Government of Lithuania. |
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