Carl Gustaf Emil Mannerheim
Finnish field marshal and politician
Born
June 4th, 1867
158 years ago
Died
January 27th, 1951
74 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Finland
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Served as a field marshal in the Finnish Army during the Winter War and Continuation War against the Soviet Union. Held the position of the 6th President of Finland from 1944 to 1946, guiding the country during a critical post-war period. Played a key role in the design and implementation of military strategies which contributed to Finland's sovereignty during turbulent times. Later, focused on stabilizing Finland's political landscape after World War II.
Led Finnish forces during World War II
Served as President of Finland from 1944-1946
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