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Väinö Leskinen

Finnish politician and swimmer (1917-1972) · Finland · On the map · Politicians · Died at 55

Väinö Olavi Leskinen was a Finnish politician, minister and a member of the parliament from Social Democratic Party of Finland. He is perceived as one of the major Finnish social democratic politicians of the 1950s and 1960s.

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A typical day, 30 days to 12 October 2026

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Commander of the Order of the Lion of Finland
Cross of Liberty, 3rd Class
Cross of Liberty, 4th Class
Cross of Merit, in silver, of the Finnish Sports

About this person

Country
Finland
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1917 to 1972 · aged 55