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>Yes, Finland was part of the Russian Empire as an autonomous Grand Duchy from 1809 to 1917.
>Origins: Following the Finnish War (1808-1809), Sweden ceded Finland to Russia. Emperor Alexander I granted the region significant autonomy, allowing it to retain its Swedish laws, Lutheran religion, and distinct administrative institutions.
>Status: During this period, Finland was not a direct province but a semi-independent entity within the empire, with its own currency, parliament, and military until the early 20th century.
>End of Rule: The era ended with the Russian Revolution; Finland declared independence on December 6, 1917, which was soon recognized by the new Bolshevik government.
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