Itsenäistymisprosessi

Itsenäistymisprosessi refers to the process of Finland gaining independence from the Russian Empire in 1917. The term is often used to describe the country's transition from a Grand Duchy of Russia to an independent nation.

After the Russian Revolution in February 1917, Finland was able to declare its independence from the Russian Empire in December of the same year. The Declaration of Independence was signed on December 6, 1917, by a group of Finnish politicians, including P.E. Svinhufvud and Marcus Aurelius Relander.

The process of achieving independence was marked by a series of events and negotiations. The Finnish people had been seeking greater autonomy from Russia since the late 19th century, and the Russian Revolution provided an opportunity for the Finns to gain independence.

The negotiations between the Finnish politicians and the Russian government were complex and often tense. However, with the Bolsheviks taking power in Russia, the Finnish government was able to secure recognition of its independence.

The process of itse náistymisprosessi was also marked by the role of the Finnish parliament, the Sejm, which was instrumental in promoting independence. The parliament's support for independence was crucial in securing international recognition.

It is worth noting that the process of itse náistymisprocessi was not without its challenges. The Russian government had initially been wary of Finnish independence, and the Finns faced opposition from conservative and separatist groups within Russia. However, the Finnish people's determination and the support of the Sejm ultimately led to the country gaining its independence.