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A national hero
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Sibelius: 15 facts about the great composer
15. A national hero
The Finnish 100 mark bill featured his image until it was taken out of circulation in 2002. Since 2011, Finland has celebrated a Flag Day on 8 December, the composer's birthday, also known as the 'Day of Finnish Music'.
