Robert C. Byrd: “The captivity of Lithuanians, of Latvians, and of Estonians should end…”

On the recordMarch 1, 1990

The captivity of Lithuanians, of Latvians, and of Estonians should end as soon as the necessary arrangements can be effected, and it should end soon.

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Mar 1, 1990

Speaking in support of Lithuania's declaration of independence from the Soviet Union.

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Robert C. Byrd: “The captivity of Lithuanians, of Latvians, and of Estonians should end as soon as the necessary arrangements can be…”