1808. 2001. The Encyclopedia of World History

The Encyclopedia of World History. 2001.


1808

Finnish forces defeated by advancing Russians at Sveabor, but the Finns won a victory at Lapua (July 14).	1

1809, March 29

The Finnish diet ratified Finland's annexation to Russia (proclaimed in 1808), but with guarantees of internal autonomy. The Finnish diet became an entirely Finnish institution rather than combining with another diet (as with the Swedish)—four estates elected by restricted suffrage.	2

1812

Alexander returned territories annexed to Russia in 1721 and 1743.	3

1812

Helsinki became the Finnish capital. (See Finland)	4


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