Simo Häyhä
Finnish military sniper (1905–2002)
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Summary
Simo Häyhä was born on December 17, 1905[1], in Rautjärvi[2]. He died on April 1, 2002[3], in Hamina[4]. He worked as a soldier[5], sniper[6], farmer[7], hunter[8], and dog breeder[9].
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Ruokolahti Church[10]
- Country of citizenship: Finland[11], Grand Duchy of Finland[12]
- Award received: Cross of Liberty, 3rd Class[13], Cross of Liberty, 4th Class[14], Medal of Liberty, 1st Class[15], Medal of Liberty, 2nd Class[16], Memorial medal of the Winter War[17]
- Religion or worldview: Lutheranism[18]
- Sex or gender: male[19]
- Military branch: Finnish Army[20]
- Military, police or special rank: second lieutenant[21]
- Participated in conflict: Winter War[22], Battle of Kollaa[23]
- Family name: Häyhä[24]
- Given name: Simo[25]
- Allegiance: Finland[26]
- Number of victims of killer: 505[27], 542[28]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Finnish[29]
- Nickname: White Dead[30], Biała śmierć[31], Morte Bianca[32], Valkoinen kuolema[33], Белая смерть[34], 白い死神[35], Muerte Blanca[36], Біла смерть[37]
- Name in native language: Simo Häyhä[38]
- Military unit: 34th Infantry Regiment[39]
FAQs
Where was Simo Häyhä born?
Simo Häyhä was born in Rautjärvi[2].
Where did Simo Häyhä die?
Simo Häyhä passed away in Hamina[4].
What did Simo Häyhä do for work?
Simo Häyhä worked as a soldier[5], sniper[6], farmer[7], hunter[8], and dog breeder[9].
What awards did Simo Häyhä receive?
Honors received include Cross of Liberty, 3rd Class[13], Cross of Liberty, 4th Class[14], Medal of Liberty, 1st Class[15], and Medal of Liberty, 2nd Class[16].