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201868 minPG-13documentary

Silta

201868 minPG-13documentary

Martta Salmela-Järvinen lived from 1892 to 1987, influencing Finnish politics and the labor movement throughout the 20th century.

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Heikki T. Partanen

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Martta Salmela-Järvinen lived from 1892 to 1987, influencing Finnish politics and the labor movement throughout the 20th century.

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Heikki T. Partanendirector

Heikki T. Partanenwriter

Emmi Parviainen

Emmi Parviainencast

Aino Seppo

Reetta Huhtanencast

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Martta Salmela-Järvinen (1892-1987) was a politician and writer in Finland. Her life spanned from the early 20th century to the 1970s. Salmela-Järvinen played a significant role in the Finnish labor movement. The documentary portrays key events in Finnish history through her experiences and contributions. It captures her impact on politics and society during her lifetime. This account provides a perspective on Finland’s development over several decades.

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