This is the first part of a two-part biography on the legendary Finnish soldier Lauri Törni, also known as Larry Thorne. The video details his military career, including his service in the Winter War and Continuation War, where he was awarded the Mannerheim Cross. It also mentions his time with the German army and his subsequent emigration to the United States, where he joined the US Army and served in Vietnam. The content also promotes related merchandise and books.
This video features a practical accuracy test of a Finnish M39 Mosin Nagant rifle, specifically aiming for 1,100 yards (approximately 1 km). The content highlights the M39's significant upgrades compared to its Russian predecessors, including improvements to the barrel, trigger, stock, and sights. The test utilizes hand-loaded 7.62x53Rmm ammunition with 200-grain D166 Lapua projectiles, replicating WW2 Finnish specifications. The video is dedicated to Finnish soldiers and emphasizes the rifle's capability with iron sights at long distances, especially in challenging conditions. It also touches upon historical context, mentioning Lauri Törni and the Continuation War.
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