French Diplomacy Relations with Estonia 1920-1940

Estonia would never have become as it is today if there would have not been the combination of victorious war and also a very successful diplomacy of the country. “Already during the World War, in September 1917, while Estonia was still part of Russia, the Estonian Provisional Land Council (Maapäev) decided to send a delegation abroad to represent Estonian interests.” Ants Piip and Jaan Tõnisson were the foreign representatives in this delegation. Estonia, althouhg, very small country compearing to their neighbours, wanted to be seen and heard.
“By the time the Tartu Peace Treaty was concluded in February 1920, Estonia already had a functioning foreign service consisting of young diplomats who were quickly acquiring experience and know-how. On February 24, 1918, Estonia’s first foreign minister, Jaan Poska, assumed office.” …