1918 Finnish Civil War

The 1918 Finnish Civil War was a conflict between two factions in Finland shortly after its independence from Russia. The "Reds," composed mainly of workers and socialists, sought a socialist government, while the "Whites," backed by the military and conservative elements, wanted to maintain the existing social order. The war lasted about three months, resulting in a victory for the Whites, who established a more conservative government. The conflict was marked by significant violence and political repression, leaving deep social divides in Finnish society that would affect the country for decades to come.