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Battle of Rzhev
1942 - 1943 • Twer Abnutzung
Historical Overview
The "Meat grinder" of Rzhev.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Sov. victory.
German Army
- Commander: Walter Model
- Strength: 600000
- Casualties: 200000
Red Army
- Commander: Georgi Schukow
- Strength: 1500000
- Casualties: 1.000.000+
Strategic Context
Pinning German forces near Moscow.
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