Lauri Törni's Military Career
In which branch of the Finnish military did Lauri Törni first serve during World War II?
The Finnish Army
During which war did Simo Häyhä earn his reputation as "The White Death"?
The Winter War
Why is Lauri Törni considered controversial in Finland?
He served in both the Waffen-SS and the U.S. Army.
What was Simo Häyhä’s preferred sniping technique?
Using iron sights instead of a scope
When did the Winter War begin?
November 30, 1939
What elite Finnish unit did Lauri Törni serve in?
The Jaeger Battalion
How many confirmed kills did Simo Häyhä achieve?
Over 500
What happened to Lauri Törni’s remains?
They were recovered in Vietnam in 1999 and buried in Finland.
What type of warfare was Simo Häyhä specialized in?
Guerrilla warfare
What treaty ended the Winter War?
The Moscow Peace Treaty
Which foreign army did Lauri Törni join during World War II?
The German Waffen-SS
What injury did Simo Häyhä sustain in battle?
A severe facial wound from an explosive bullet
Why was Simo Häyhä initially overlooked for awards after the war?
Due to post-war political tensions with the Soviet Union.
What kind of training did Lauri Törni receive in Germany?
Waffen-SS commando training
Why did Finland ally with Germany in World War II?
To reclaim lost territory from the Soviet Union
What was Lauri Törni’s role in the U.S. Army Special Forces?
He was a Green Beret officer.
What strategy did Simo Häyhä use to avoid being detected while sniping?
He used iron sights and packed snow around his rifle.
What is Simo Häyhä's legacy in Finland today?
He is honored as a national hero and expert marksman.
What ambush tactic did Lauri Törni's men frequently use against Soviet forces?
Hit-and-run attacks with concealed positions
What was the main objective of the Soviet invasion of Finland?
To expand Soviet territory and establish control over Finland
Under what name did Lauri Törni serve in the U.S. military?
Larry Thorne
What rifle did Simo Häyhä primarily use?
Mosin-Nagant M28/30
How did Lauri Törni contribute to U.S. military tactics?
He helped develop unconventional warfare strategies for the Green Berets.
What makes Simo Häyhä's sniping record unique?
He achieved over 500 confirmed kills without using a scope.
How did Finland’s involvement in World War II impact its post-war independence?
Finland had to pay heavy reparations but maintained its sovereignty.