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Battle of Thermopylae
1941 • Mittelgriechenl. Abwehrschlacht
Historical Overview
Rearguard action to cover evacuation.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Ger. victory.
German Army
- Commander: F. Schörner
- Strength: 2 Divisionen
- Casualties: gering
Commonwealth
- Commander: B. Freyberg
- Strength: 15000
- Casualties: ca. 150
Strategic Context
Delaying the advance on Athens.
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