VILNO RAID*
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Germany Advance*
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Russia Delay*
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Date: July 15, 1944*
Location: Russia*
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On July 9, 1944, Russian forces completed their encirclement of the German garrison at Vilno. Attempts to relieve the German forces were unsuccessful. Orders were therefore given to the garrison commander to evacuate Vilno during the night of July 15. Despite heavy opposition, the garrison commander broke through Russian lines. Approximately 50 percent of his force reached safety.*
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Number of Turns: 15*
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The German side is suggested for the human player.*
