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The Eastern Front was the vast theatre of the First World War that took place between Russia, Austria-Hungary and Germany. All three countries expected conflict in this area. The German Schlieffen Plan assumed an invasion of Russia and the Russian Army had its own Plan 19, that involved an attack on Germany.
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Axis & Allies Miniatures Set 2 (the Eastern Front) Booster Packs Release date December 2005 War ravages snow-swept battlefields as new recruits to the Russian army are called into battle with Set 2. This exciting 45-miniature expansion for the Axis & Allies Miniatures skirmish game ... introduces three new unit types (snipers, paratroopers, and cavalry) as well as troops from China, Poland, and Romania - along with units from several other countries already embroiled in the Great War. Authentically detailed and historically accurate, these 15mm pre-painted plastic miniatures will appeal to collectors, history buffs, and gamers alike. So make sure your cash register is ready for action when you call for reinforcements. The focus of Set II is the Eastern Front Set includes four new tanks: King Tiger, IS-2,Nashorn, and T-34/85. Expansion includes Chinese, Polish and Romanian miniatures Each Set 2 (the Eastern Front) Booster Pack Contains: �€� 9 randomized, prepainted, durable plastic miniatures �€� Full-color game stat cards �€� Set checklist �€� Rules not included.
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The conflict on the Eastern Front during WWII saw some of the fiercest and bloodiest fighting of the war. But it was not only a battle between two vast armies, it was ... a battle of cultures, politics, and ideals. It was a conflict of Nazism v Stalinism, Fascism v Communism, East v West. This was a conflict, which would shape the modern world.
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There was more movement on the Eastern Front, where the armies were not as evenly matched. The poorly-equipped Russians suffered many losses fighting off Austria-Hungary and Turkey. In fact, the high casualties and poor showing of the Russian army was an important factor in the Russian Revolution. By 1917 Russia had lost a staggering 74% of the soldiers it sent to war.
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Nazi Germany was beaten on the Eastern Front in World War Two but, perhaps inevitably, films involving the Western Front are far more popular in the West. There are several obvious reasons why, but quality isn't one of them: many strong, powerful pieces of cinema have been made about the battles, and these are ten of the best.
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