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D-Day 75th anniversary - Normandy landings
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D-Day was a stunning allied landing operation. This day was the beginning of a full-fledged offensive in North-Western France, and subsequently - the defeat of the Germans in the Ardennes and the invasion of western Germany. The opening of the Second Front brought victory for the entire Allied coalition in Europe closer.

History

The Allied landings in Normandy on June the 6th, 1944, have become the greatest landing operation in history, and the beginning of the long-anticipated land operation for the Allies in Europe. ‘D-Day’ was the first stage of operation ‘Overlord’, developed to liberate the North-West part of France, and to maintain further advances towards the western borders of Germany. The landing operation began at night, when thousands of paratroopers floated to the ground in Normandy close to the enemy defenses. A sea landing along a lengthy 80 kilometers of shore became the most dramatic part of the operation. Sector ‘Omaha beach’ was the most difficult part of the shore to conquer, with well-organized German defenses on the high rocks and wide fire-swept beach. An impending sea storm made this landing even harder, slowing down transport vessels, preventing effective ship naval bombardment and stifling air support. At great human cost, the allied forces stormed the beach strongholds, securing the landing area for tanks and engineering companies.  

From 10:00 GMT on the 6th of June till 10:00 GMT on the 10th of June

In honor of the 75th anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy we would like to begin a special event. Participate in historical battles and anniversary tournaments from the “D-Day” series, get authentic camouflages and vehicle decals. Don’t miss out on the benefits of bundles in our shop.

Unique D-Day bundles with discounts!

From 09:00 GMT on the 6th of June till 09:00 GMT on the 10th of June

The final price of the bundle will depend on whether you already have any of the packs or not. Be sure to login to the store to see your individual price!

“First in deed” Bundle -40%
“First in deed” Bundle -40%
The Kit Includes:
  • M4A3E2 Sherman Jumbo Cobra King;
  • M18 Black Cat Pack;
  • George Bostwick's P-47M-1-RE Thunderbolt Pack;
  • Mustang Pack;
  • Unique decal: First United States Army Insignia;
  • Unique title: “First in deed”.
“Sledgehammer” Bundle -40%
“Sledgehammer” Bundle -40%
The Kit Includes:
  • M10 Achilles Pack;
  • Sherman Firefly Ic Pack;
  • Prendergast`s Spitfire
    FR Mk.XIVe Pack;
  • Typhoon Pack;
  • Unique decal:
    2nd Army Formation badge;
  • Unique title: “Sledgehammer”.
“Overlord” Bundle -61%
“Overlord” Bundle -61%
The Kit Includes:
  • "First in deed" Bundle;
  • "Sledgehammer" Bundle;
  • Unique decal: SHAEF Insignia;
  • Unique title: “Overlord”.




     

Note! You can also get a unique title and the decal, if you log in to the game from the 6th to the 10th of June and gain at least one victory, whilst at the same time you previously purchased all separate packs which are included in the bundle above (M4A3E2 Sherman purchased in the game using Golden Eagles). The title and the decal will be assigned after the 11th of June to all users who have fulfilled these conditions.

Note! The offer is valid for PC, Mac and Linux users only.

Historical events

From 12:00 GMT on the 6th of June until 07:00 GMT on the 10th of June there will be 6 events available with historical vehicle setups in all game modes. Get a 30% RP and SL bonus in the battles!

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609 Squadron camouflage for Typhoon Mk.Ib/Late

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"Hurricane" camouflage for M4 Tank

  • Get the “Typhoon Mk.IB PR-M from No.609 Squadron RAF operated from Thorney Island on 6 June 1944” camouflage for the Typhoon Mk.Ib/Late for 6 played battles by taking first place in the team in the aircraft events.
  • Get the “M4 "Hurricane" of the Company H 63rd Armoured Regiment 2nd Armoured Division, Normandy, June 1944” camouflage for the M4 tank for 8 played battles by taking first place in the team in the ground events.

Terms and conditions:

  • The camouflage for the aircraft can only be obtained by playing in the special aircraft Normandy event.
  • The camouflage for the tank can only be obtained by playing in the special tank Normandy event, no matter in which type of vehicle the battle has been finished.
  • You can purchase the event camouflages without completing the tasks by clicking on “Your nickname → Achievements → 75th anniversary of D-Day”.

Set of the memorable decals

Complete the tasks and get memorable decals of vehicles participating in the Battle of Normandy.

By playing in US/British vehicles

  • Destroy 60/30/30 (AB/RB/SB) enemies.
  • Win 15 times with activity of 60% or higher.
  • Destroy 8/4/3 (AB/RB/SB) enemies in one battle.
  • Play 10 battles and gain more than 2000 scores each battle.

By playing in German vehicles

  • Destroy 60/30/30 (AB/RB/SB) enemies.
  • Win 15 times with activity of 60% or higher.
  • Destroy 8/4/3 (AB/RB/SB) enemies in one battle.
  • Play 10 battles and gain more than 2000 scores each battle.

List of the event decals

  • Emblem of 101st Airborne Division, USA
  • Emblem of 2nd Canadian Armoured Brigade
  • Emblem of 1st Infantry Division, US Army
  • Emblem of 23rd Hussars Cavalry Regiment, Britain
  • Emblem of the SKG 10 of Luftwaffe, 1944
  • Emblem of the KG II/30 of Luftwaffe, 1944
  • Emblem of the JG 3 of Luftwaffe, 1944
  • Emblem of the 21st Panzer Division, Wehrmacht

Terms and conditions:

  • Tasks can be completed in the random battles and in the event (except “Enduring Confrontation” and “Assault” game modes) in vehicles of rank II-IV.
  • In completing any task, you'll get a trophy with random decal.
  • You can receive 8 decals (4 decals for allies and 4 decals for the Axis) by completing the tasks.
  • You can purchase the decals without completing the tasks  by clicking on “Your nickname → Achievements → D-Day 75th anniversary → Axis/Allies”

More about “D-DAY” tournaments

Register now and take a part in the “D-DAY” tournaments, dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the Allied Normandy landings and win valuable prizes.

1st place

  • George Bostwick's P-47M-1-RE Thunderbolt premium aircraft
  • M18 Black Cat premium tank destroyer
  • 5000 GE
  • "Fire Front" (gold) decal
  • Title "Normandy Ace"

2nd place

  • M4A5 premium tank
  • Yak-9T (France) premium aircraft
  • 3000 GE
  • "Fire Front" (silver) decal  

3rd place

  • M4A5 premium tank
  • 2000 GE
  • "Fire Front" (silver) decal

4th place

  • 1000 GE
  • "Fire Front" (silver) decal

5-8th places

  • 500 GE
  • "Fire Front" (silver) decal

 

How to participate in tournaments on TSS:

 

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