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Synopsis

Martta Koskinen was executed in 1943, becoming the last woman to face capital punishment in Finland amid her resistance against oppressive systems.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Martta Koskinen, Finland's last female execution victim.
  • Follow her resistance against oppressive socialist systems.
  • See the impact of activism during World War II in Finland.

Did You Know

  • Martta Koskinen was executed in 1943, making her the last woman executed in Finland.
  • Koskinen was imprisoned twice for her involvement in a resistance movement.
  • The film is set against the backdrop of World War II and the Finnish Civil War of 1918.
  • The documentary has a runtime of 93 minutes.

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Finnish history enthusiastsWorld War II studiesSocial justice advocates
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Martta Koskinen?

Martta Koskinen was the last woman executed in Finland, known for her involvement in a resistance movement against oppressive systems during World War II.

When was Martta Koskinen executed?

Martta Koskinen was executed in 1943.

What was the societal context during Martta Koskinen's activism?

Koskinen's activism took place in a post-civil war Finland, where there was significant persecution of socialist ideals.

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