Mahtra
Mahtra refers to a historical event that took place in Estonia during the 19th century, specifically a peasant uprising. The Mahtra War, as it is often called, occurred in May 1858. It was a significant instance of peasant unrest during a period when Estonia was under Russian rule.
The primary cause of the Mahtra War was the dissatisfaction among peasants regarding the land reforms implemented
The uprising began in the village of Mahtra, located in present-day Rapla County. Local peasants, led by
The Mahtra War, though ultimately suppressed, had a lasting impact on Estonian society. It highlighted the deep-seated