September 1941

Eastern Front

The Soviets on Saaremaa fall back to the Salme position and attempt a final stand. Heavy fighting rages along this position for a week.

After a brief lull, the 18th Army launches a new attack upon the Soviet forces south of Leningrad. Heavy fighting erupts at Pulkovo, but lack of armor prevents a German breakthrough. With only 20 panzers available to aid its attack, the 18th Army is quickly involved in close-quarters fighting with the 42nd and 55th Armies. Only the XXXIX Panzer Corps remains with Army Group North, this unit destined to pursue operations east of the Volkhov.

Inside the Kiev pocket the remnants of the 37th Army gives up the struggle and surrenders.