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Battle of Tannenberg

1914 • Ermland Kesselschlacht

Historical Overview

Annihilation of the Russian 2nd Army; Hindenburg's rise as a national hero.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Decisive German victory.

German Empire

  • Commander: Paul von Hindenburg
  • Strength: ca. 153.000
  • Casualties: ca. 12.000

Russian Empire

  • Commander: Alexander Samsonow †
  • Strength: ca. 191.000
  • Casualties: ca. 170.000

Strategic Context

Strategic envelopment against superior Russian forces.

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