Väinö Linna was a Finnish author born on December 20, 1920, in the town of Pori. He is best known for his novels that explore Finnish history and identity, particularly during and after World War II. His most famous work, The Unknown Soldier, depicts the experiences of Finnish soldiers during the Continuation War against the Soviet Union. Linna's writing style is characterized by its realism and focus on the lives of ordinary people. He also wrote The Trilogy, which includes the novels Under the North Star, The Uprising, and The Rebellion, further cementing his reputation as a significant figure in Finnish literature. Linna passed away on April 21, 1992.