Last Monday, 110 years ago, the German order was given to attack the Russian forces, which would start one of the most decisive battles of World War I: The Battle Of Tannenberg. The following day, the battle officially commenced. This battle is renowned for demonstrating the effectiveness of the German military strategies and highlighting the Russian’s weak command structures and poor logistics. These differences in leadership and logistics became even more apparent after the battle had concluded. The Russians had suffered heavy losses, with up to 50,000 killed and 92,000 taken prisoner. The Germans in the meanwhile lost only about 20,000 men. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/28900041/b52f6f6ced864dc80cedc426992557a816e326cb.png[/img] [h2]In-game event[/h2] In-game, the Central Powers still haven't managed to snag a victory in the campaigns. However, their difference is starting to shrink. Last year, they had around 50,000 more casualties. In the Battle of Verdun Campaign, the difference was only about 7000. Starting today until September 5th, you can play participate in The Battle Of Tannenberg campaign. All casualties in Frontlines & Maneuver game modes in both Verdun and Tannenberg will be added to the total losses. The winning side will be whichever side suffers the least amount of killed and wounded soldiers! So, will the Central Powers come out victorious this time, or will Entente walk away with yet another victory? [h2]News from the Italian Front[/h2] Next week, Isonzo receives the Solstice Update! The Austro-Hungarians will charge the town of Nervesa della Bataglia from the banks of the Piave. Montello features many burning forests, trenches, farms and ends in urban warfare for control over the train station. Alongside Montello, included are the M.91 Russisches Repetier-Gewehr (Mosin-Nagant), Schwerhandgranate and the Shellshocked Units Pack DLC with all the blood and bandages you would never wish for. Check out the full announcement: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1556790/view/4249790899170884237 [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/28900041/f3fe247ed9e130ebf138c61249bbab9afdaac41c.png[/img]