Ühtlustuste
**Ühtlustuste** (from the Estonian words *ühtlus* meaning "unity" and *-ust-* a suffix indicating a state or process) refers to the cultural, social, and political movements and efforts in Estonia aimed at fostering national unity and cohesion, particularly during periods of significant change or external pressure. The concept emerged prominently in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as Estonia sought to define its identity amid Russian imperial rule and later during the struggle for independence.
During the Estonian National Awakening (*Vabadussõda*, 1918–1920), ühtlustuste played a crucial role in mobilizing diverse ethnic
In the Soviet era (1940–1991), ühtlustuste took on new dimensions as Estonians navigated forced assimilation while