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Finnish War: The Convention of Olkijoki in Raahe ends hostilities in Finland.

Historical image related to Finnish War: The Convention of Olkijoki in Raahe ends hostilities in Finland. from November 19, 1808

Finnish War

1808–1809 war between Russia and Sweden

The Finnish War was fought between the Kingdom of Sweden and the Russian Empire from 21 February 1808 to 17 September 1809 as part of the Napoleonic Wars. As a result of the war, the eastern third of Sweden was established as the autonomous Grand Duchy of Finland within the…
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Raahe

Town in North Ostrobothnia, Finland

Raahe is a town in Finland, located on the western coast of the country. Raahe is situated in the North Ostrobothnia region, along the Gulf of Bothnia. The population of Raahe is approximately 24,000, while the sub-region has a population of approximately 31,000. It is the 43rd…
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Finland under Swedish rule

Period in Finnish history until 1809

Finland was an integral part of Sweden from the Middle Ages until 1809. The starting point of Swedish rule is uncertain and controversial. It is traditionally linked to the First Swedish Crusade in the mid-12th century. Historical evidence of the establishment of Swedish rule in…
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November 19

Day of the year

November 19 is the 323rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 42 days remain until the end of the year.
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