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August 5, 2024

40 Fascinating Photos Capture Street Scenes of Finland in the 1970s

In the 1970s, Finland experienced political stability under President Urho Kekkonen, economic growth driven by industrialization and exports, and significant social reforms, including advances in education and gender equality. The decade also saw a rise in Finnish pop and rock music and growing international recognition for Finnish culture.

In the 1970s, Finland also saw increased environmental awareness, with growing activism around issues like pollution and conservation. The country made strides in modernizing its infrastructure and expanding its social welfare system.

Raivo Luik was an Estonian-American engineer from Lincroft, New Jersey who took these fascinating photos that show street scenes of Finland in October 1973.








































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