Juho Lallukka

Juho Lallukka (February 3, 1852 in Räisälä, Grand Duchy of Finland – December 1, 1913 in Vyborg, Grand Duchy of Finland) was a Finnish businessman, commercial counsellor, a patron of the arts, philanthropist, and the chairman of the Industrialists' and Businessmen's Society Pamaus. He rose among the wealthiest in Finland and Viipuri.

Lallukka was an active supporter of Finnish nationalism and cultural development during the era of the Grand Duchy of Finland. He served as a member of parliament. Lallukka was a supporter of the Old Finnish Party, and later he served as a member of parliament for the party. During the years of oppression under the Russian Empire, the Old Finns pursued a policy of compliance toward Russia. Vyborg's economy benefited from the markets of Saint Petersburg and Russia. Has involved in city governance.

He received the honorary title of commercial counsellor (kauppaneuvos) from Emperor Nicholas II in 1908.

Lallukka is remembered in popular culture as an old-time patron who was sociable, humorous, and cheerful. He is remembered for his generosity, hospitality, and benevolence. For Lallukka, money was a tool through which he supported culture and education.

Awards

Commercial Counsellor (1908)