kokonaistasoisista

The term "kokonaistaistoisista" is a Finnish word that translates to "from the total fight" or "from the holistic fight." It is most commonly associated with the Finnish Civil War of 1918, where it referred to the White Guards (Whites) who were fighting against the Red Guards (Reds). The Whites, led by Carl Gustaf Emil Mannerheim, were often described as kokonaistaistolaiset due to their commitment to a complete and uncompromising victory over the Reds. This concept encompassed not only military engagement but also a broader struggle for political and social control of Finland.

The term implies a resolute and all-encompassing approach to conflict, where all available resources and efforts are directed towards achieving the ultimate goal. In the context of the Finnish Civil War, this meant a willingness to employ extreme measures and to prosecute the war until the opposing force was entirely vanquished. The concept of kokonaistaistolaisuus highlights the ideological fervor and the perceived existential nature of the conflict for both sides. While primarily used by the Whites to describe their own commitment, it also reflects the intense nature of the civil war itself, where reconciliation seemed impossible and a total victory for one side was deemed necessary.