Continuation War Campaign.Battle of Porlampi

DATE: 03/12/2023

TIME (GMT): 19:00

ERA: WW2

MAP(S): NF Summa

TYPE: COOP

TEAMSPEAK: ts1.biaarma.com

GAME: Arma 3

EVENT: Official

AUTHOR(S): Aris and Lord for Brothers in Arms

SLOTS: 72 / 108

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RATING: (11)

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The Continuation War was a conflict fought between Finland and the Soviet Union during World War II, spanning from 1941 to 1944. It was a complex chapter in the broader context of the war, with Finland seeking to regain territories lost in the Winter War (1939-1940) and the Soviet Union aiming to secure its western borders. The conflict was intertwined with the larger dynamics of the Eastern Front, where Germany and the Soviet Union were engaged in a fierce struggle. The roots of the Continuation War can be traced back to the Winter War when the Soviet Union unsuccessfully attempted to annex Finnish territories. The Moscow Peace Treaty of 1940 forced Finland to cede significant territories, including Karelia. The harsh terms of the treaty fueled a desire for revenge among the Finns, setting the stage for the subsequent conflict.

The war featured a series of battles characterized by the challenging Arctic conditions and dense forests of Finland. Finnish troops displayed remarkable resilience and skill in guerrilla warfare, utilizing their knowledge of the terrain to their advantage. Key battles, such as the Siege of Leningrad, showcased the strategic importance of the Finnish Front in the broader context of the Eastern Front.

The Moscow Armistice forced Finland to make significant territorial concessions to the Soviet Union, including the whole of Karelia and parts of Salla and Petsamo. The war had profound and lasting effects on Finland, shaping its post-war political and social landscape. The nation faced the daunting task of rebuilding and reconciling with the consequences of the Conflict.

In conclusion, the Continuation War was a pivotal chapter in Finnish history, shaped by a complex interplay of geopolitical factors and a quest for national survival. The conflict's legacy, etched in the memories of those who lived through it, continues to be a subject of reflection and debate in Finland today.

The Battle of Porlampi was a military engagement fought between the Finnish Army and Red Army from 30 August to 1 September 1941 on the Karelian Isthmus. The battle was fought near the town of Porlampi during the second month of the Continuation War. The battle was a Finnish victory and effectively ended the reconquest of Karelia. The battle commenced when advanced elements of the Soviet 43rd Rifle Division encountered the Finnish 8th Division in the forests around Porlampi on 30 August. In the several days of fighting that ensued in the Porlampi area, the Finns employed motti skirmishing tactics to counter the superior Soviet numbers. The Finnish artillery was reported to have been particularly effective during the engagement as it disabled many soviet vehicles, blocking roads and creating bottlenecks.

We will play as the Finnish 8th Division.