Riga joins the Hanseatic League. Reformation is brought to Latvia by German preachers. Riga acquires the rights of a free city. Riga and Northern Latvia are occupied by Sweden. Russia conquers Sweden and Latvia falls under Russian control.
Serfdom is abolished in Latvia.
The first Latvian Song Festival is held in Riga. Latvia declares independence. Latvia's independence is recognised by the international community. 1934 Dictatorship of President Karlis Ulmanis for six years. Latvia is occupied by the Soviets.