Historical Events tagged with "hailuoto"

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Military & Warfare

Cossacks Attack Hailuoto Overnight

September 29th, 1714 310 years ago

In Hailuoto, approximately 800 people were killed when Cossack forces launched a surprise attack during the Great Wrath. This sudden violence occurred overnight, leaving the local population devastated. The reasons behind the attack involve a combination of territorial conflicts and unrest in the region, as Cossack groups were known for their military prowess and volatility during this tumultuous period.

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