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Narrative Of The Conquest Of Finland By The Russians, In The Years 1808-09 (1854)

Narrative Of The Conquest Of Finland By The Russians, In The Years 1808-09 (1854)

Monteith, William

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral European HistoryGeneral Military History

ISBN10: 1164891944
ISBN13: 9781164891949
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 258
Weight: 0.77
Height: 0.54 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Narrative Of The Conquest Of Finland By The Russians, In The Years 1808-09 is a historical account written by William Monteith and first published in 1854. The book details the events surrounding the Russo-Swedish War of 1808-09, which resulted in the annexation of Finland by the Russian Empire. Monteith, who was a British soldier and a participant in the war, provides a first-hand account of the battles, strategies, and political maneuverings that led to the Russian victory. He also offers insights into the cultural and social aspects of Finland at the time, including the impact of the war on its people and their way of life.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of the conflict, including the initial Russian invasion, the battles of Oravais and Virta Bridge, the siege of Sveaborg, and the signing of the Treaty of Fredrikshamn. Monteith also includes maps and illustrations to help readers understand the geography and tactics of the war.Overall, Narrative Of The Conquest Of Finland By The Russians, In The Years 1808-09 is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a pivotal moment in Finnish and Russian history. It is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in military history, European politics, or the cultural heritage of Finland.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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