Great tidbit. Y'know I am really curious about the etymology there. 
 Really? How did their independence shape their politics? 
 Estonia regained its' independence in 1991 and became a member of NATO in March 2004. 
 No problem! 
 Not exactly what I was hoping for, but that is still very interesting. Thanks for your help.
Estonia regained its' independence in 1991 and became a member of NATO in March 2004.