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Get the T86 in the Normandy ‘44 Event!
June 6th, 1944. A day of heroic deeds from the soldiers who stormed the beaches of Normandy. Celebrate the anniversary of the start of Operation Overlord with us, take part in ground battles and get decals honoring D-Day, a decoration and the American T86 prototype tank!
Germany’s Wellington Mk Ic Returns for the Anniversary of its First Flight!
On June 15th 1936, the Vickers Wellington made its maiden flight. This was the most widely produced British bomber and was used throughout the Second World War, with more than 11,000 units being built. Wellingtons were used for night bombing, submarine hunting, mine clearing and as carriers of airborne radio detection and guidance systems.
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The T31, Z20 and a Decal for German Navy Day!
The first attempt to create a unified German fleet was made on June 14th 1848 against the backdrop of the Danish-German War. The attempt was not very successful, and Germany lost the war. After the dissolution of the fleet, some of the ships went to Prussia, and on the basis of the Prussian Navy, the naval forces of the German Empire were formed in 1871. The modern German Navy continues to celebrate this day on June 14th.
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Pre-order: Packs for the USA, USSR and Great Britain!
Today we have three new premium packs to show you, each containing three vehicles.
The Second WTCS Major is Here: Register Now for the Qualification Stage!
The War Thunder Championships Series (WTCS) continues! After TITAN and the victory for AVReS, it’s time for you to take part in the second Major Event of the year: Armored Apex!
SPYDER AIO: The Vigilant Arthropod
Today we’re taking a look at the Israeli SPYDER AIO, a rapid-deployment air defense system designed to counter all types of modern aerial threats.
RN Geniere, Discounts and a New Decal for Italian Navy Day!
The Royal Italian Navy was founded shortly after the unification of the country on March 17th 1861. A significant part of it was made up of the navies of the kingdoms of Naples and Sardinia. For a long time, they were significantly disunited, and only in 1881 was a common Naval Academy opened in Livorno. By the beginning of the 20th century, Italy was already a serious naval power, capable of confronting Austria-Hungary in the Adriatic Sea. It was there on June 10th 1917 that an Italian motor torpedo boat sank the dreadnought SMS Szent István, and in honor of this victory, Italian Navy Day was established.
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F-2A and Pre-Order for the F-2A ADTW: “Viper Zero”
We’ve finally arrived! Introducing the Japanese F-2A multi-role fighter as a researchable variant, and the F-2A ADTW as a premium pack variant.
Video Digest 09.06.2025
This time we have something for fans of all kinds of vehicles. There’s the outstanding G.55 Italian fighter, the decorated British battleship HMS Warspite, the Israeli Magach Hydra “Rocket Tank”, and the famous M1 Abrams American MBT.
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I-16 type 28 and Discounts for Nikolai Polikarpov’s Birthday!
On June 9th 1892, Nikolai Nikolaevich Polikarpov was born. He was a famous Soviet aircraft designer nicknamed “the king of fighters”. He designed dozens of aircraft, including the Po-2, I-15 and I-16, which made up a significant part of the USSR’s air force from 1939-1941.
Pre-order: L-39ZA Albatros
Check out the famous Czechoslovakian L-39 trainer coming to War Thunder in its combat training variant, the L-39ZA!
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Celebrate the D-Day Anniversary with Decals, Tournaments and Discounts!
On June 6th 1944, the Western Front opened in the European theater of the Second World War. A record-breaking 150,000 Allied soldiers landed on the beaches of Normandy with support from the sea and air. D-Day is one of the most important events in the history of the 20th century, and we celebrate it every year!
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Monthly Decals for June!
Hello everyone! Thanks for checking in for another round of monthly decals, we hope you liked the selection last month!
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SL-AMRAAM: Hummissile
Meet this mobile SAM vehicle, featuring radar missiles on the back of an army Humvee jeep!
Normandy ‘44: T86
The T86 is an American amphibious vehicle, coming in as the main reward in the Normandy ‘44 event!
Tan-SAM kai: “Maddog”!
An improved Japanese Type 81 SAM System with multiple vehicles is coming in the Leviathans major update for Japan!
The M-51 (W) and Merkava Mk.2D Return On the Anniversary of Them Entering Combat!
On June 5th 1967, the Six-Day War began, where Israeli M-51 Sherman tanks were used for the first time in combat. 15 years later on June 6th 1982, the Lebanon War started, where Merkava tanks were used for the first time, proving themselves against Syrian T-72s.
Bismarck: The Iron Chancellor
Today we’ll be covering the legendary Bismarck! One of the most famous battleships of all time with a fascinating story.