The development of Finland's lumber industry is…

1852 CE to 1863 CE

The development of Finland's lumber industry is retarded for a time, however, by the lack of a modern economic infrastructure.

Into the breach steps the Finnish government, which promulgates a number of measures aimed at creating the needed infrastructure.

Railroads and inland waterways are developed, beginning in the 1850s and the 1860s, to connect the interior of the country with the coast; and harbor facilities are built that, through merchant shipping, connect Finland with the rest of the world.

In addition, the Bank of Finland and the monetary system are reorganized, antiquated laws restricting economic activity are repealed, and tariff duties on many items are reduced or are abolished; thus, the Finnish government promotes industrialization and general progress in Finland.

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Helsinki (Helsingfors) Southern Finland Finland View →

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Finns View → Swedes (Scandinavians) View → Russian Empire View → Finland, Grand Duchy of View →

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Industrial Revolution, First View →

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Strategic metals View → Lumber View →

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Commerce View → Engineering View → Government View → Custom and Law View → Finance View →

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