Aunus Expedition

The Aunus Expedition was a military operation conducted in 1919 during the Finnish Civil War, where Finnish forces aimed to control the Karelian Isthmus and parts of Russian Karelia near Lake Ladoga. The goal was to support local Finnish forces and influence the region's future, given its strategic importance and historical ties. The campaign involved Finnish troops crossing into Soviet territory, but it ended without achieving significant territorial gains and was ultimately halted due to political and logistical challenges. It reflects Finland's early efforts to expand its influence during its struggle for independence and national security.