Historical Events tagged with "tar barrels"
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Military & Warfare
British Navy's Assault on Oulu's Merchant Ships
June 1st, 1854 170 years ago
The British navy targeted merchant ships and destroyed approximately 16,000 tar barrels in Oulu, Finland. This military action was part of the broader conflict during the Åland War, aimed at weakening Russian supply lines. The destruction significantly impacted local commerce and the economy of the region.
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