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Battle of Tali-Ihantala
1944 • Karelien Abwehrschlacht
Historical Overview
Largest battle in Nordic history; halting the Soviets.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Finnish victory (Strat.).
Finland / Germany
- Commander: Lennart Oesch
- Strength: ca. 50.000
- Casualties: ca. 8.500
Red Army
- Commander: Leonid Goworow
- Strength: ca. 150.000
- Casualties: ca. 22.000
Strategic Context
Defending Finland's independence.
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