Chronology of World War II
Soviet offensive in the Baltics
Friday, August 11, 1944 www.onwar.com

On the Eastern Front... In the north, the Soviet 3rd Baltic Front begins a new offensive south of Lake Peipus. German forces are unable to withstand the attacks and advances of up to 15 miles are recorded to the west and northwest.

On the Western Front... Elements of US 3rd Army cross the Loire River.

From Berlin... Hitler refuses to allow Field Marshal Kluge, commanding Army Group B in the west, to withdraw from the advanced positions at Mortain.


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