Simo Hayha

A Frozen Battlefield: The Seeds of Conflict The biting winds of a Finnish winter, the desolate landscape draped in snow, and the crack of a rifle – these are the elements that define the chilling story of the Winter War, a conflict where the underdog prevailed against a seemingly insurmountable foe. At the heart of … Read more

The Historical Context: The Winter War The name Simo Hayha evokes images of a stoic figure, a master of camouflage, and a deadly shot. Hailed as the “White Death” by the Soviet soldiers who faced him during the brutal Winter War, Hayha remains one of the most celebrated snipers in military history. But what gun … Read more