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Battle of Tornio
1944 • Lappland Amphib. Op.
Historical Overview
Risky Finnish landing in the rear of German forces.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Finnish victory.
Finland
- Commander: Aaro Pajari
- Strength: ca. 12.000
- Casualties: 400
German Army
- Commander: Matthias Kräutler
- Strength: ca. 7.000
- Casualties: ca. 1.000
Strategic Context
Disrupting the German retreat route to Norway.
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