Historical Events tagged with "Terijoki"

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Politics & Government

Establishment of Finnish Democratic Republic

December 1st, 1939 85 years ago

In Terijoki, Finland, the Soviet Union proclaimed the Finnish Democratic Republic, effectively establishing a puppet state during the Winter War. This entity was created to garner support for Soviet military objectives and undermine Finland's sovereignty. Soviet leaders aimed to counterbalance any potential threats from Finland, influenced by the geopolitical tension of the time. The declaration included an invitation for Finnish communists to join the government, further solidifying its alignment with Soviet interests.

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