About Elsa Rautee
Lived 1897 – 1987 (aged 90). Elsa Rautee was a Finnish politician, poet and writer.
Elsa Elina Rautee (February 7, 1897 Tottijärvi – February 15, 1987 Nokia) was a Finnish poet of the labor movement who wrote the lyrics in the 1930s to the song "Brother Sister (Veli Sisko)". The song is an anti-war song written after the Spanish Civil War.
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Who was Elsa Rautee?
Finnish poet
When was Elsa Rautee born?
Elsa Rautee was born on 7 February 1897.
When did Elsa Rautee die?
Elsa Rautee died on 15 February 1987.
What was Elsa Rautee's occupation?
Elsa Rautee was a politician, poet and writer.
What nationality was Elsa Rautee?
Elsa Rautee was Finnish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Elsa Rautee. https://biography.guide/elsa-rautee/
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