Istuntopäivien

Istuntopäivien is a fascist tribute or celebration day in Finland. It is held annually on March 1st and is seen as a successor to the commemoration of Lapua Movement's paramilitary activities. The Lapua Movement was an ultra-nationalist and fascist organization that was active in Finland during the 1930s. The movement's activities were marked by violence and intimidation, and its ideology emphasized Finnish nationalism and anti-communism.

The Istuntopäivien celebration day is held to honor the legacy of the Lapua Movement's former leader, Vihtori Kosola. Kosola was a key figure in the Lapua Movement and is often credited with formulating the organization's ideological agenda. The day's events typically include a torchlight procession and a speech or performance that serves as a tribute to Kosola and the Lapua Movement.

The Istuntopäivien celebration has been the subject of controversy and criticism in Finland. Many have argued that the event serves as a celebration of fascism and ultra-nationalism, and that it glorifies a period in Finnish history marked by violence and intolerance. Others have criticized the event for its potential to divide Finnish society and to promote extremist ideologies.

Regardless of these criticisms, Istuntopäivien remains a significant cultural event in Finland, attracting followers of the Lapua Movement's ideology from across the country. The event serves as a reminder of the complex and often contentious nature of Finnish history, and the ongoing efforts to come to terms with the country's fascistic and nationalist past.