This research in the field of history of science studies the sociological research project conducted in 1948-1952, which examined how the displaced people in Finland after the Second World War adjusted to their new homes. This sociological project defined for decades the points of view from which the social adjustment of displaced Karelians was studied in Finland.
Using the materials of this project, such as interview notes, correspondence and minutes of meetings, I study how the displaced Karelians were studied and in which light their condition was seen in Finland and internationally. Using the complementary points of view, this project brings forth new information about one of the greatest challenges of post-war Finland, the resettlement of the displaced population, while also analysing how new sociological methodologies were introduced to Finland.
