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Australia Day: The Boomerang Mk.II Returns, Discounts and Earn a Koala Decal!
Good day mates. January 26th is Australia’s national day! This date coincides with the anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet on the coast of the continent, which proclaimed these lands as the territory of the British Empire. This day is celebrated with concerts, festivals and awards for the year’s most outstanding Australians.
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  • 26 January 2024
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Anniversary of lifting the Siege of Leningrad: Get the KV-2 (ZiS-6) and Earn a Decal & Decoration!
Following a successful offensive by Soviet troops in January 1944, the Soviets made it possible to push the Wehrmacht 70-100 km from Leningrad, ensuring a complete lifting of the blockade and safety from artillery strikes. On January 27th, the lifting of the siege of Leningrad was announced to the entire world, and in honor of this event, a celebratory fireworks display was held.
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  • 26 January 2024
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Su-7BMK returns for the Anniversary of its maiden flight!
Soon after the Su-7 jet fighter was put into service, Soviet command instructed the Sukhoi design bureau to create a modification of this aircraft to be a fighter-bomber. At the same time, the USSR decided to completely abolish attack aircraft in favor of fighter-bomber aircraft. Entering service on January 24th 1961, the Su-7B became the first carrier of nuclear weapons.
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  • 24 January 2024
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Swedish Armed Forces Day: The SAV 20.12.48 and a Decal!
On January 14th 1521, Gustav Vasa formed his personal guard. Two and a half years later, he achieved independence of Sweden and became its first king, with his guard becoming part of the victorious army. Sweden, a century later thanks to its army, became one of the most powerful empires in Europe.
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  • 12 January 2024
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The MiG-15bis ISH Is Back for Its Maiden Flight Anniversary and Is Here to Stay
On December 30th 1947, the MiG-15 jet fighter took off for the first time, later becoming one of the most popular jet fighters in history. The MiG-15 was actively used to protect Warsaw Pact countries and showed itself well especially in the Korean War.
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  • 29 December 2023
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St. Andrew’s Day: The Scottish Saltire Decal to Celebrate!
On November 30th Scotland celebrates St. Andrew’s Day, and for this occasion we’re temporarily bringing back the Scottish Saltire decal for Golden Eagles. Grab yourself this awesome flag and proudly display it on your vehicles and learn about the history of this day below.
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  • 29 November 2023
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Bundeswehr Day: A Decal and Two Tanks to Celebrate!
The first soldiers took oath to the office that formed the new armed forces of the Federal Republic of Germany on November 12th, 1955. This was on the 200th anniversary of the birth of Gerhard von Scharnhorst, who was a famous commander. Today, the German armed forces are among the 7th largest in the world in terms of funding, with more than 180,000 personnel serving!
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  • 10 November 2023
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Chinese Air Force Day: A Decal and the Z-19E Is Here to Stay!
The Air Force of the People’s Liberation Army of China was founded on November 11th 1949. Today, they’re among the worldwide top 3 in terms of personnel and military equipment, and thanks to a modernization program, China’s air fleet will soon consist of exclusively modern aircraft.
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  • 10 November 2023
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Polish Independence Day: A Decal, Camouflage and Lanovski’s P-47 to Celebrate!
After the three empires that divided Poland’s land among themselves — Russia, Germany and Austro-Hungary — were defeated in the First World War, Poland had the chance to restore its independence. On November 11th 1918, Marshal Jozef Pilsudski led the Second Polish Republic. This date is celebrated today as the National Day of the Independence of Poland.
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  • 10 November 2023
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Italian National Unity & Armed Forces Day: The P40 and a Decal to celebrate!
On November 4th 1918, Austria-Hungary capitulated in the First World War, allowing Italy to gain a number of territories and finally complete its unification which began in the mid-19th century. This date has been celebrated as the Day of National Unity and the Armed Forces of the country for more than a century, remaining a holiday under different regimes. On this day, Italian leaders lay wreaths at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, barracks are opened to the public and army departments hold concerts in major cities.
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  • 3 November 2023
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War Thunder’s 11th Birthday: Let’s Celebrate Together!
Let's light the candles on the cake: November 1st marks 11 years since War Thunder entered open beta testing.
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Republic of Turkey 100th Anniversary: A Decal and the T129 ATAK is back!
In 1919, a war broke out between the Turkish military led by Mustafa Kemal and the countries that laid claim to the territory of the former Ottoman Empire. In the summer of 1923, it came to an end, and on October 29th of the same year, Mustafa Kemal proclaimed the formation of the Turkish Republic.
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  • 27 October 2023
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J35A Draken returns for the anniversary of its maiden flight!
The J35A Draken was the first supersonic jet aircraft to enter service in Western Europe. Taking to the skies on October 25th 1955, the J35 was in service between 1960 to 2005, however it did not participate in any real combat.
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  • 25 October 2023
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UH-1C XM-30 returns for the anniversary of its maiden flight!
On October 22nd 1956, the Bell UH-1 Iroquois (commonly known as the “Huey”) multi-role helicopter took to the skies for the first time. This helicopter was put into service in 1959, and is still in active use today! Over 70 countries use or have used this famous helicopter, where it is ranked amongst the top 3 in terms of number built.
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  • 20 October 2023
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Trafalgar Day: A Decal and HMCS Haida to celebrate!
On October 21st 1805, the British fleet commanded by Admiral Nelson caused a crushing defeat to the combined naval forces of France and Spain at the Battle of Trafalgar. This victory not only prevented Napoleon’s invasion of England, but also made Great Britain the ultimate ruler of the seas. For this reason, October 21st is the main holiday for the Royal Navy in the UK!
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  • 20 October 2023
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Vautour IIN returns for the anniversary of its maiden flight!
After WWII ended, France sought to rebuild its air force. In need of an aircraft that could serve in many roles: a multi-purpose bomber, fighter and interceptor, SNCASO took one of their prototypes to fit these requirements. This is where the Vautour was born, taking to the skies on October 16th, 1952!
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  • 16 October 2023
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US Navy Birthday: A Decal and the USS Cowell to celebrate!
On October 13th 1775, the Continental Fleet was created by the 13 colonies that separated from Great Britain. When it was first created, this fleet consisted of only a few ships that went on to battle with British ships. Today, the US Navy is the world’s largest navy in terms of ships and naval aircraft.
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  • 13 October 2023
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German Unity Day: Vehicles for GE and a Decal to celebrate!
For many decades following the end of World War II, Germany was divided into two countries. It was only until 1989 when the process of German unification of the German Democratic Republic and the Federal Republic of Germany began, with the official consolidation starting today, on October 3rd, 1990. This date is celebrated yearly as German Unity Day!