Emblem of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic

Emblem of the Estonian SSR

== Emblem of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic ==

The Emblem of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic was the official state emblem of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic (Estonian SSR), a constituent republic of the Soviet Union. The emblem was adopted on August 6, 1940, following the annexation of Estonia by the Soviet Union.

Design

The emblem features traditional Soviet symbolism, including the hammer and sickle, which represent the unity of the working class and peasantry. The emblem is framed by a wreath of wheat ears, symbolizing agriculture, and is adorned with a red ribbon bearing the motto "Proletarians of all countries, unite!" in both Estonian and Russian.

At the top of the emblem is a red star, symbolizing the victory of communism and the global socialist community. The background of the emblem includes a rising sun, representing the future of the Soviet people and the bright future of socialism.

Historical Context

The Estonian SSR was established in 1940 after the Soviet Union occupied and annexed Estonia during World War II. The emblem was part of the broader effort to integrate Estonia into the Soviet Union and to promote Soviet ideology.

Usage

The emblem was used on official documents, government buildings, and other state-related materials. It was a symbol of the Estonian SSR's identity within the Soviet Union and was used until Estonia regained its independence in 1991.

Legacy

After the dissolution of the Soviet Union, the emblem of the Estonian SSR was replaced by the coat of arms of Estonia, which was reinstated as the national emblem of the independent Republic of Estonia.

See also

• Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic
• Coat of arms of Estonia
• Emblem of the Soviet Union
• State emblems of the Soviet Republics