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Lithuanian independence referendum, 1991

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February 9, 1991

Lithuanian independence referendum, 1991

An independence referendum was held in the Lithuania on 9 February 1991. It was approved by 93.2% of voters. The number of voters voting "yes" was 76.5% of all registered voters, far exceeding the threshold of 50%. Independence had been declared on 11 March 1990, and was achieved in August 1991.

The independence of the Republic of Lithuania was recognized by the United States on 2 September 1991. On 6 September 1991, the Soviet Union itself did the same.

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