WWII's Deadliest Sniper: Simo Häyhä 🎯

Simo Häyhä was a Finnish sniper who fought in the Winter War against the Soviet Union in 1939-1940. He is considered the deadliest sniper in history, with over 500 confirmed kills in just 100 days. Häyhä was known for his incredible accuracy and stealth, and he was able to survive the harsh winter conditions by using snow camouflage and a special rifle.

Häyhä was born in 1905 in a small village in Finland. He grew up hunting and became an expert marksman at a young age. When the Winter War broke out, Häyhä joined the Finnish Army and was assigned to the 6th Company of the 34th Infantry Regiment. He quickly became known for his deadly accuracy and was given the nickname "White Death" by the Soviet soldiers.

Häyhä's tactics were simple but effective. He would find a good hiding spot in the snow, camouflage himself with white cloth, and wait for his targets to appear. He used a Mosin-Nagant rifle with a telescopic sight, which he modified to make it easier to use in the cold weather. He also used a special technique of packing snow in his mouth to prevent his breath from giving away his position.

Despite being outnumbered and outgunned, the Finnish soldiers were able to hold off the Soviet invasion for several months. Häyhä's kills played a significant role in demoralizing the Soviet troops and slowing down their advance. However, Häyhä was eventually shot in the jaw by a Soviet sniper and was left unconscious in the snow. He was rescued by his fellow soldiers, but he was unable to return to combat due to his injuries.

After the war, Häyhä returned to his hometown and lived a quiet life. He was awarded several medals for his bravery and marksmanship, including the Cross of Liberty and the Medal of Honor. Häyhä passed away in 2002 at the age of 96, but his legacy as the deadliest sniper in history lives on.

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