Battle of Smolensk
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Was the struggle between Germany and the USSR for the area of Smolenks during World War II.
Chronology
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July 1941: German troops, commanded by Field Marshal Fedor von Bock, conquered the city of Smolensk on July 15, while the battle could be considered concluded on the 26th with the liquidation of the last pockets of Soviet resistance, laying the foundations for the attack towards the capital.
September 1943: Bryansk is liberated by the Red Army during Smolensk operation.
September 1943: Soviet forces take Smolensk and Roslavl on central front.
September 1943: After four days of battle, Soviet rifle divisions captured Dukhovshchina.
September 1943: Yartsevo, an important railroad hub near Smolensk, was liberated by Soviet troops.
Selected Sources
Williams, M.H. (1989): United States army in World War II - Special Studies - Chronology 1941-1945, p.137
