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Battle of Ilomantsi
1944 • Nordkarelien Kesselschlacht
Historical Overview
Last major battle; destruction of two Soviet divisions.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Finnish victory.
Finland
- Commander: Erkki Raappana
- Strength: ca. 14.000
- Casualties: ca. 1.700
Red Army
- Commander: Filipp Gorelenko
- Strength: ca. 20.000
- Casualties: ca. 8.000
Strategic Context
Final tactical successes before the armistice.
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