Vatslav Lastovsky

Vatslav Lastovsky was a Belarusian historian, politician, and one of the key figures in the establishment of the Belarusian People's Republic. He served as the secretary and de facto editor of 'Nasha Niva' during its formative years, significantly contributing to Belarusian cultural and political life. His work laid the groundwork for the development of a national identity in Belarus, although he ultimately faced persecution and died in a Soviet prison.