“The square is free from the symbol of Russian imperialism,” Ķirsis said. Read also: Soviet crest removed from iconic Ukrainian monument The monument to Barclay de Tolly will be handed over to businessman Eugene Gomberg, reports news outlet Delfi. The Riga City Council approved the removal and relocation of the statue on Oct. 16. The monument to the Russian military leader was erected in Riga’s square in 1913 and was dismantled in 1915, leaving only the pedestal. In 2002, a replica of the statue was installed on the pedestal at the initiative of businessman Eugene Gomberg. The National Heritag…