Hakkapeliitta Soldier Stamp

Finland · 1940 · 2 markka

The stamp features a Finnish Hakkapeliitta cavalry soldier from the 17th century, depicted in period armor and holding a sword and shield.

Issued in 1940, this stamp likely commemorates the historical Finnish Hakkapeliitta cavalry, who served with distinction in the Thirty Years' War, reflecting national pride during a turbulent period for Finland.