Šventinis bankuchenas - Lietuvos istorijos repas
Summary
TLDRThis lively rap narrates Lithuania's rich history, from its early mention in 1009 to its re-establishment of independence in 1990. It highlights significant events such as the reign of King Mindaugas, the Battle of Grunwald, the influence of book smugglers, and the impact of Soviet rule. The story touches on Lithuania's cultural resilience, the fight for freedom, and the unity of the Baltic states. Filled with humor and historical insights, the rap concludes with an optimistic message for Lithuania's future, urging hard work and growth.
Takeaways
- 🇱🇹 Lithuania has a long history, over 1000 years, with its first mention in 1009 when Saint Bruno was killed by pagans.
- 👑 Mindaugas, also known as Mindė, became the first king of Lithuania in 1253 but was later killed, drawing a comparison to 2Pac.
- ✉️ Gediminas invited traders and craftsmen to Lithuania, boosting the country's economy and development.
- 🏇 Vytautas the Great led Lithuania to victory in the Battle of Grunwald and expanded the country's reach, but died after falling from a horse.
- 📚 Martynas Mažvydas published the first Lithuanian book, marking a significant cultural achievement.
- 🇵🇱 In 1569, the Union of Lublin created the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, a key historical event.
- 🔨 Lithuania faced multiple partitions in the 18th century, eventually becoming part of the Russian Empire in 1795.
- 📖 Despite Russian rule, book smugglers helped preserve Lithuanian culture by distributing banned literature.
- 📜 Lithuania declared independence after World War I, but soon faced occupations by both the Soviets and Nazis.
- 🛡️ The fight for freedom continued, with partisans resisting Soviet rule and the Sąjūdis movement leading to Lithuania's independence in 1990.
Q & A
When was Lithuania first mentioned in history?
-Lithuania was first mentioned in 1009 when Saint Bruno was killed by pagans.
Who became the first king of Lithuania, and when did this happen?
-Mindaugas (Mindė) became the first king of Lithuania in 1253.
What contributions did Gediminas make to Lithuania?
-Gediminas invited traders, shoemakers, doctors, blacksmiths, and craftsmen to do business in Lithuania, promoting economic growth.
What significant battle did Vytautas win, and what other achievements is he known for?
-Vytautas won the Battle of Grunwald and expanded Lithuania’s influence to the Black Sea.
What was the first Lithuanian book, and who wrote it?
-The first Lithuanian book was a catechism written by Martynas Mažvydas.
What was the Union of Lublin, and what state did it create?
-The Union of Lublin was an agreement in 1569 that created the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth (Rzeczpospolita).
What happened to Lithuania in 1795, and what was the significance of this event?
-In 1795, after the third partition of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, Lithuania became part of the Russian Empire, effectively ending its sovereignty.
Who were the book smugglers, and what role did they play in Lithuanian history?
-The book smugglers transported Lithuanian books across borders during the Russian Empire’s rule when Lithuanian press was banned. They played a key role in preserving Lithuanian culture and language.
What movement led to the resurgence of Lithuanian independence in the late 20th century?
-The Sąjūdis movement, founded during perestroika, played a critical role in Lithuania’s move towards independence, culminating in the declaration of independence on March 11, 1990.
What event occurred on January 13, 1991, and why is it significant?
-On January 13, 1991, Lithuanians defended their newly declared independence from Soviet forces in a pivotal moment known as the January Events, cementing their break from the Soviet Union.
Outlines
📜 Lithuania's Ancient Past and Its First Mention in History
The narrator begins with an introduction to Lithuania's rich history, tracing its existence back over a thousand years. The story highlights significant events, starting with the mention of Lithuania in 1009 when Saint Bruno arrived and was killed by pagans. Fast forward to 1253, Mindaugas (referred to as Mindė) became Lithuania's first king, a milestone celebrated as a major event in the nation's history. His assassination is paralleled to the killing of 2Pac, marking a tragic end to his reign. The narration continues by introducing Gediminas, a powerful ruler who wrote letters to traders and craftsmen, encouraging business and development in Lithuania.
⚔️ Vytautas the Great and Major Historical Events
The focus shifts to Vytautas the Great, under whom Lithuania achieved significant victories, including the Battle of Grunwald and expansion towards the Black Sea. However, Vytautas tragically died after falling from a horse. The narrative then moves to the 16th century, highlighting Martynas Mažvydas, who wrote Lithuania's first book. The Union of Lublin, which established the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth (Rzeczpospolita), is another key event, marking the creation of a new state. However, by the late 18th century, Lithuania was divided, and by 1795, it became part of the Russian Empire, leading to a period of uprisings and repression by the Russian authorities.
📚 Lithuania's Resistance and the Rise of National Identity
Lithuania's resistance to foreign rule continued through rebellions, both of which were crushed, resulting in deportations and executions. Despite the harsh repression, the Lithuanian spirit persisted, as exemplified by the brave actions of book smugglers who risked their lives to keep Lithuanian culture and language alive by smuggling books across borders. Figures like Jurgis Bielinis played a pivotal role in this fight for cultural preservation. Newspapers like 'Aušra' and 'Varpas' further fueled national identity, laying the groundwork for Lithuania’s eventual independence.
📝 The Road to Independence and Soviet Occupation
The narrative highlights the signing of the Lithuanian Independence Act, which declared Lithuania’s independence after World War I. This freedom was short-lived, as Lithuania soon faced occupation by both the Soviets and Nazis during World War II. The story then moves to the resistance efforts by partisans who fought against Soviet rule, and the tragic deportations of Lithuanians to Siberia. The Soviet era is described as a time of hardship, where citizens faced shortages of goods and lived under constant surveillance by the KGB and NKVD.
✊ The Rebirth of Independence and the Fight for Freedom
Hope for independence re-emerged during the Soviet era, culminating in the Sąjūdis movement led by Vytautas Landsbergis. This movement inspired the Baltic Way, a peaceful protest where Lithuanians, Latvians, and Estonians joined hands in solidarity. On March 11, 1990, Lithuania declared its independence once again. The narrative also recalls the events of January 13, 1991, when Lithuanians defended their country against Soviet aggression. The narrator stresses that the people were not fighting among themselves but defending their freedom and national identity.
🧠 Reflection on Lithuania's History and Future
In this concluding paragraph, the narrator encourages the audience to reflect on Lithuania’s journey, using a metaphor of 'scratching your brain' to think deeply about the country’s struggles and achievements. The narrator expresses optimism for Lithuania's future, emphasizing that with hard work and dedication, much can still be achieved. There's a light-hearted tone about the importance of raising families and continuing to build a strong nation, leaving the audience with a sense of pride and responsibility for Lithuania's future.
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Keywords
💡Lithuania
💡Mindaugas
💡Gediminas
💡Vytautas
💡Union of Lublin
💡Partitions of Poland
💡Book smugglers
💡Sąjūdis
💡13th of January 1991
💡Baltic Way
Highlights
Lithuania has existed for over a thousand years.
In 1009, Saint Bruno came to Lithuania and was killed by pagans.
In 1253, Mindaugas became the king of Lithuania.
Mindaugas was later killed, similar to 2Pac's assassination.
Gediminas, a notable ruler, invited traders, shoemakers, and craftsmen to Lithuania.
Under Vytautas' rule, the Battle of Grunwald was won, and expansion to the Black Sea occurred.
Martynas Mažvydas wrote the first Lithuanian book, 'Catechism.'
The Union of Lublin Act in 1569 created the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.
In 1795, Lithuania was divided and became part of the Russian Empire.
Lithuania faced uprisings against Russian Tsarist rule, but they were suppressed.
Book smugglers played a vital role in preserving Lithuanian language and culture during Russian rule.
Lithuania declared independence in 1918, led by figures like Jonas Basanavičius and Smetona.
Lithuania endured Soviet and Nazi occupations during WWII.
The partisans resisted Soviet rule by taking to the forests after WWII.
In 1990, Lithuania regained its independence during the collapse of the Soviet Union.
The Baltic Way in 1989 united Latvians, Estonians, and Lithuanians in a peaceful protest.
Transcripts
I would like to tell you a story
About nothing else but Lithuania
I will rap everything right from the start
from many centuries ago
Lithuania has existed for over a thousand years
And it’s not something simple like a sausage on your table
At Christmas...
...kid, you should be ashamed
If you don’t know the date
When Lithuania was first mentioned!
It was in 1009...
...when Saint Bruno came to Lithuania
He was killed by the pagans…
BAM!
Then a little later
in 1253, to be more concrete
There was a very big party
‘coz Mindė (Mindaugas) became the king of Lithuania!
Mindė…
All say Mindė…
Became the king of Lithuania
Later on Mindė was killed
Just like 2Pac - killed
And then we were ruled by some others
Ladies and gentlemen, I will tell you straightway who they were
For example, Gediminas
Who was a pretty tough guy
he wrote invitation letters to traders,
shoemakers and doctors,
blacksmiths and craftsmen,
and everybody to do business with us
And when the ruler was Vytautas
The Battle of Grunwald was won by Vytautas
Expansion to the Black Sea?
That was Vytautas
But he later fell off a horse...
...and died.
Over a hundred years later
Martynas Mažvydas for all uncles and aunts
Wrote the first Lithuanian book
“Here, Catechism, to the shelf!”
I would also like to pick out a fact
About the Union of Lublin Act
A new state was created
What state?
The Rzeczpospolita (Lithuanian-Polish Commonwealth)
After another couple of hundred years,
There was a knock at the door
State divisions knocked
The first one knocked
The second one (did what?) knocked
And then in 1795 the third one knocked
And Lithuania was no more
It became part of the Russian Empire
The people didn’t like it
so there was an uprising
Against the Tsar’s rule there was an uprising
But the uprisings were put down
Both of them - put down!
Some rebels were deported
Others simply hanged
That’s the job of Muravjov
(Muravjov, Muravjov)
That’s the job of Muravjov
(Muravjov, Muravjov)
But the nation didn’t give up
Because the motherfucking book smugglers came
They pushed books, took them across the border
many kilos every day
Contraband, prison, guns
This was every day life for the book smugglers’ network.
Do you think it was easy to live like this?
Do you think there was another way out of this?
Bro, what else can I tell you?
If it wasn’t for Jurgis Bielinis, we’d have nothing to read.
The press started being published,
VARPAS, before that - AUŠRA
then the First World War came
And after that, the Independence Act
Jonas Basanavičius
and Smetona,
Mykolas Biržiška and Vladas Mironas
Klimas, Stulginskis and others...
...signed a document that made us independent
But that freedom wasn’t enjoyed for long,
The Soviets came
And then the Nazis
And then Soviets came back
And the partisans went out to the woods
To fight the Soviet rule
The annihilation of the people started
A train route between Lithuania and Siberia
Yeah, people were being sent to exile
You keep this fact in your mind,
If you see an deportee on a trolleybus
Let him have your seat cowboy!
Good lad,
listen up for a little longer,
I have some more to tell you.
Life in Lithuania was different during the Soviet-era
There was a banana deficit
And the same for quality sausages
Can you imagine,
wi-fi didn’t exist either
And neither did Google
'cuz all searches were done by the KGB
And before the KGB, by the NKVD
This was the situation,
Dear Lithuanian hip-hoppers.
Yet during all that time the hope was still shining
That Lithuania would again be independent one day
And then perestroika started
National feelings grew stronger
The Sąjūdis movement was established
and its chairman was Landsbergis
And then everybody rose-up during the Baltic Way
Latvians, Estonians and Lithuanians held hands
And on 11th of March 1990 the day came
When Lithuania was free again.
And then the 13th of January came in 1991
And the people were defending Lithuania
And if you think that they were shooting their own kind
Scratch your brain and think again.
Brain, your brain
Scratch your brain again
Brain, your brain
Scratch your brain again
Thank you for scratching
Thank you for listening to the end
I can see that you have understood everything very well
Everything is still possible for Lithuania
If one stops slacking off
Another works and gives birth to children
not one
not two
but seven
or maybe a little less
I don’t know, you do as you please
Because I’m done now.
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