Congress of Erfurt
Meets Napoleon at Erfurt, but the apparent Franco-Russian partnership conceals growing mistrust.
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1808 in Russia
Explore 4 historical events and records for Russia in 1808.
Historical records for Russia in 1808
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Finnish War
Russian forces invade Swedish Finland, beginning the Finnish War under Alexander's government.
Minister of War
Appointed Minister of War
Minister of War
Appointed Minister of War
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