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Battle of Hannut
1940 • Wallonien Panzerschlacht

For documentary purposes the German Federal Archive often retained the original image captions, which may be erroneous, biased, obsolete or politically extreme. Französische Tanks und Geschütz
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Historical Overview
First major tank battle in history between DE and FR.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Tactical German victory.
German Army
- Commander: Erich Hoepner
- Strength: ca. 600 Panzer
- Casualties: ca. 160 Pz.
France
- Commander: René Prioux
- Strength: ca. 400 Panzer
- Casualties: ca. 100 Pz.
Strategic Context
Diversion to lure Allied reserves into Belgium.
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