October 1944

Saturday, October 7th


Eastern Front

FINLAND AND NORWAY

The Soviet 14th Army attacks toward Petsamo, striking the German XIX Mountain Corps.

NORTHERN SECTOR

Army Group North pulls its force back through Riga as it continues the evacuation of territory east of the city. To the southwest, the 5th Guards Tank Army reaches the outer suburbs of Memel. The 43rd Army is advancing behind the 5th to provide support.


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