The book concentrates on the military heritage in Estonia, as well as on the natural and cultural heritage conservation and development. The book was compiled by Prof. Kalev Sepp, a geographer and head of the Department of Landscape Ecology and Nature Conservation of the Estonian University of Life Sciences. Jüri Pärn, Anto Raukas, Argo Peepson and Luule Lõhmus have all contributed chapters for the book.

The book makes it easier to understand the scope and essence of the Soviet military forces in Estonia. The book is meant for foreigners and local younger generation who do not have personal memories of the Soviet occupation. The book is in English.