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Battle of Tuchola Forest

1939 • Pommern
German armored car Sd Kfz 221 during the battle. Tuchola Forest.

German armored car Sd Kfz 221 during the battle. Tuchola Forest.

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Erste polnische Gefangene der Wehrmacht in der Tucheler Heide

Erste polnische Gefangene der Wehrmacht in der Tucheler Heide

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German armored car Sd Kfz 221 during the battle of Tuchola Forest

German armored car Sd Kfz 221 during the battle of Tuchola Forest

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Polish prisoners of war escorted by german soldiers. Tuchola Forest. 1939.

Polish prisoners of war escorted by german soldiers. Tuchola Forest. 1939.

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Polish prisoners of war, Tuchola Forest.

Polish prisoners of war, Tuchola Forest.

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Historical Overview

The Battle of Tuchola Forest was one of the first battles of World War II, during the invasion of Poland. The battle occurred from 1 September to 5 September 1939 and resulted in a major German victory.

Quick Facts

Outcome:German victory.

German Army

  • Commander: Heinz Guderian
  • Strength: ca. 75.000
  • Casualties: ca. 1.000

Poland

  • Commander: Władysław Bortnowski
  • Strength: ca. 45.000
  • Casualties: ca. 10.000

Strategic Context

Connecting Pomerania with East Prussia.

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