Jaotusseadmesse

Jaotusseadmesse, also known as the "Division of the Realm," was a significant event in Estonian history that took place in 1219. It was a meeting between the Livonian Brothers of the Sword, a powerful military order, and the Estonian chieftains. The purpose of the meeting was to divide the territory of Estonia between the Livonian Brothers and the Estonian chieftains, who were seeking protection against the advancing Teutonic Knights.

The meeting was held in the village of Jaotsa, located in present-day Estonia. The Livonian Brothers, led by their Grand Master, proposed a division of the territory along the river Emajõgi. The Estonian chieftains agreed to this division, and in return, they pledged their loyalty to the Livonian Brothers. This agreement allowed the Livonians to establish a foothold in Estonia and begin their expansion into the region.

The Division of the Realm was a crucial moment in the history of Estonia, as it marked the beginning of the Livonian Order's influence in the region. It also set the stage for future conflicts between the Livonian Order and the Teutonic Knights, as both sought to control the territory of Estonia. The event is remembered as a pivotal moment in the struggle for power and control in the Baltic region during the Middle Ages.