Sweden and The Winter War

Sweden And The Winter War

The Winter War was fought in the four months following the Soviet Union's invasion of Finland on November 30, 1939. This took place three months after the German invasion of Poland that triggered the start of World War II. Sweden did not become actively involved in the conflict, but did indirectly support Finland.

Read more about Sweden And The Winter War:  Message From The King, Background To Swedish Policy, The Political Response To The Soviet Invasion, Swedish Military's Position, Aftermath

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