Finnish American Legion
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| Finnish American Legion | |
|---|---|
| Amerikan Suomalainen Legioona | |
 Badge | |
| Active | 9 December 1939 – 27 June 1940 |
| Allegiance |  Finland |
| Type | Foreign volunteer |
| Size | 378 men |
| Engagements | Winter War |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Captain Albert Penttilä |
The Finnish American Legion (Finnish: Amerikan Suomalainen Legioona) was a foreign volunteer unit that volunteered to fight for Finland during the Winter War. It included volunteers from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands.