The Homecoming Of The Hakkapeliitta, Tavastia Proper, Finland
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An impressive tribute to the Finnish cavalry
This striking work by sculptor Pentti Papinaho is centrally located south of Lahti Market Square, at the intersection of Aleksanterinkatu and Mariankatu. The sculpture was completed in 1975 and revealed in another location but it was transferred to the current location in 1991. It was unveiled for the second time on the Armed Forces Flag Day on June 4. The new location is more central. It is on a straight line between Lahti City Hall and the Church of the Cross. This rider statue is depicting two Hakkapeliittas returning home. The Hakkapeliittas were Finnish cavalry who served in the Swedish army, especially during the Thirty Years' War in 1618–1648.
Address
Mariankatu, Lahti, Finland.
Website
http://statues.vanderkrogt.net/object.php?record=fi054
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