The Tartu Peace Treaty was an agreement signed in the city of Tartu to formally end hostilities between Estonia and Soviet Russia following the Estonian War of Independence. This conflict began as Estonia sought to assert its independence following the Russian Revolution and the ensuing chaos. The treaty, negotiated primarily between Estonian leaders and representatives of Soviet Russia, included key stipulations regarding borders, trade, and military engagements.One of the treaty's most significant outcomes was the recognition of Estonia as an independent state by Soviet Russia, which was crucial during a period of instability in Eastern Europe after World War I. The terms established a border between the two nations and outlined provisions regarding the withdrawal of Russian troops and the fate of war reparations. The signing of the treaty took place on February 2, 1920, in Tartu, a city that had become a symbol of Estonian national aspirations. The Tartu Peace Treaty not only solidified Estonia's independence but also set a precedent for other nations emerging from the disintegrated Russian Empire. The document became a hallmark of Estonian statehood, symbolizing both the struggle for autonomy and the importance of international recognition in the post-war order. Despite subsequent political upheavals, the treaty has remained a critical part of Estonia's historical narrative.