What injury did Simo Häyhä sustain in the war?
Leg wound
Head wound
Arm fracture
Eye injury
Answer
The renowned Finnish sniper, Simo Häyhä, suffered a severe head wound during the Winter War of 1939-1940. While in combat, he was struck by an explosive bullet that shattered his lower left jaw and cheekbone. The injury caused significant damage to his face, resulting in the loss of his left eye and extensive tissue damage.
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