Although Mannerheim is one of the most famous figures in Finnish history, many people have no inkling of the details they may discover on a visit to his home.
Soldier then president, Mannerheim took Finland from war to peace
Carl Gustaf Emil Mannerheim became president in 1944, at a most unusual, utterly astonishing phase of Finland’s political history. June 4, 2017 marks the 150th anniversary of his birth.
Statesman from humble background, Mauno Koivisto led Finland into EU
Finland’s ninth president, Mauno Koivisto, was the first person from a working-class background to hold the office. A true internationalist, he worked to build peace around the world.
Finland and Arctic Council take aim at climate change
At a meeting in Alaska, Finland takes over from the US as chair of the Arctic Council at a critical moment for the environment and residents of the Arctic region.
Anu Partanen, a Finnish journalist living in the US, speaks about her experiences of healthcare here and there, in a Public Radio International interview.
