Historical Events tagged with "russification"
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Increased Russian Language Teaching in Finland
A directive from Tsar Nicholas II mandated the increased teaching of the Russian language and Russian history in Finnish schools, as part of a broader Russification campaign aimed at assimilating Finland into the Russian Empire. This measure was implemented amid mounting tensions in Europe, as Finland's political autonomy was under threat. The effort sought to suppress Finnish culture and promote Russian identity, enhancing the imperial control over education in the region, which subsequently generated significant backlash among the Finnish population.
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