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Battle of Summa

1940 • Karelische Landenge
Map of the Mannerheim Line, the Finnish main defense line across the Karelian Isthmus in Winter War.

Map of the Mannerheim Line, the Finnish main defense line across the Karelian Isthmus in Winter War.

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Historical Overview

The Battle of Summa was fought between the Soviet Union and Finland, in two phases, first in December 1939 and then in February 1940. It was part of the Winter War and was fought near the village of Summa along the main road leading from Leningrad to Viipuri.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Soviet victory.

USSR

  • Commander: Semjon Timoschenko
  • Strength: ca. 450.000
  • Casualties: ca. 50.000

Finland

  • Commander: Hugo Österman
  • Strength: ca. 150.000
  • Casualties: ca. 10.000

Strategic Context

Final Soviet major offensive with massive artillery support.

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