My dad refuses to call it a Civil War. To him, it’s kansalaissota (War of the Citizens) or veljessota (War of brothers), and trying to turn his head ends up in huffing and scowling. But yes. It’s still a national trauma.

The somber mood of our Independence Day might have something to do with the fact that it’s the 6th of December so it’s either cold as balls or raining sleet. 🤔😬