Zusammenfassung
Finland was part of Sweden until 1809, it then became a Grand Duchy of the Russian Empire until it declared its independence on December 6, 1917. From these humble beginnings, Finland has emerged as an important player in the European Union and the world.
Historical Dictionary of Finland, Third Edition contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has more than 300 cross-referenced entries on important personalities as well as aspects of the country’s politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Finland.
Schlagworte
Europe Helsinki Scandinavia Northern Europe Finland Nordic countries Nordic modelKeywords
welfare state- 1–14 Introduction 1–14
- 15–382 THE DICTIONARY 15–382
- 383–384 Appendix A 383–384
- 385–394 Appendix B 385–394
- 395–452 Selected Bibliography 395–452
- 453–453 About the Authors 453–453
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- „... the largest bank of the Nordic countries, withbranches also in the Baltic States. In 2000, this bank ...” „... Baltic countries, and accusations ofRussophobia in neighboring countries—have made discussions about ...” „... ) but would have left out agriculture. The applicationsfor entry into the EC of two EFTA countries ...”
- „... in the Nordic Countries: New Perspectives,Comparisons and Transnational Connections, edited by K ...” „... : Trends in Central-Local Relations in the NordicCountries.” Local Government Studies 28, no. 3 (2002 ...” „... ., Gunilla Herolf, and Bengt Sundelius. The Nordic Coun-tries and the European Security and Defence Policy ...”
- „... , the top four are Estonians, Russians, Iraqis, and Chinese.As in other European countries, increased ...” „... production. It was only after the war that Finnish industry startedgaining on its Nordic neighbors. Much of ...” „... , the Far Right, have signaled thatthey have little interest in retaining the Nordic welfare model. ...”