Johan Ludvig Runeberg was a Finnish poet born on February 5, 1804, in Jakobstad, Finland. He is best known for his contributions to Finnish literature and is often regarded as the national poet of Finland. His works, written primarily in Swedish, celebrate Finnish culture and identity, and he played a significant role in the Finnish nationalist movement. Runeberg's most famous poem is "Maamme" (Our Land), which later became the national anthem of Finland. He also wrote the epic poem "The Tales of Ensign Stål," which reflects the struggles of the Finnish people during the Finnish War. Runeberg passed away on May 6, 1877, leaving a lasting legacy in Finnish literature.