Russian occupation of Gotland
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The Russian occupation of Gotland took place in April and May 1808, during the Finnish War between Sweden and Russia.
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Quick Facts Occupation of Gotland, Date ...
Occupation of Gotland | |||||||
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Part of the Finnish War (Napoleonic Wars) | |||||||
1858 map of Gotland | |||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||
Sweden | Russian Empire | ||||||
Commanders and leaders | |||||||
Rudolf Cederström | Nikolai Bodisko | ||||||
Strength | |||||||
2,000 | 1,800 | ||||||
Casualties and losses | |||||||
1 dead | 1,800 surrendered[note 1] |
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