Historical Events tagged with "winterwar"
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Finland Signs Moscow Peace Treaty with USSR
Finland and the Soviet Union signed the Moscow Peace Treaty, which concluded the Winter War. Finland ceded significant territories, including almost all of Finnish Karelia, after facing a larger Soviet military force. The negotiations were conducted under pressure, leading to compromises that reshaped Finland's borders. While Finland retained its independence, the loss of territory had lasting effects.
Continue ReadingFinland Begins Peace Negotiations to End Winter War
On February 29, 1940, Finland initiated peace negotiations after facing overwhelming Soviet offensives during the Winter War. This decision came after months of fierce fighting that began in late 1939, where Finnish forces demonstrated remarkable resilience despite being vastly outnumbered. The negotiations were aimed at ending hostilities and establishing the terms for a ceasefire, influenced by concerns over further losses and international pressures for resolution.
Continue ReadingFinnish Victory at Raate Road Battle
The Finnish 9th Division successfully countered the Soviet invasion during the Battle of Raate Road, leading to a decisive victory in the ongoing Winter War. This engagement occurred along the Raate-Suomussalmi road, where Finnish forces, though outnumbered, utilized superior tactics and knowledge of the terrain to encircle and defeat Soviet troops. The maneuvering was critical in dismantling a larger force and highlighted Finland's tenacity against a more powerful adversary.
Continue ReadingSoviet Army's Pretext for the Winter War
The Shelling of Mainila was an incident orchestrated by the Soviet Army, where they shelled their own village near the Finnish border, claiming it was an attack by Finnish forces. This event was utilized as propaganda to rally support for the impending invasion of Finland, which commenced just four days later. The incident raised tensions and provided a narrative for the Soviet leadership to justify their military actions against Finland.
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