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A Decal and the Return of the Pz.Sfl.Ic and Panzer IV/70(A) for Bundeswehr Day!

The first soldiers joined the ranks of the FRG Armed Forces on November 12th 1955. Until the mid-1990s, they served only on German territory, but then began to participate in international peacekeeping missions and major military operations. The number of people in the German Armed Forces exceeds 180,000 people.

A Flag Decal and a Discount on the J-7D for the 75th Anniversary of the Chinese Air Force!

Today, the People’s Liberation Army Air Force of China celebrates its 75th anniversary, being founded on November 11th 1949. The modern PLA Air Force consists of five branches. In addition to aviation, it includes ground air defense forces, airborne troops, radars and other support units. The PLA Air Force has more than 3,500 aircraft and 400,000 people in service.

A Decal, Helicopter Camouflage and Lanovski’s P-47 for Poland Independence Day!

On November 11th 1918, Germany signed the Armistice of Compiègne with Entente, ending World War I. It allowed Poland to declare its independence for the first time since the 18th century. In modern Poland, Independence Day is widely celebrated as the most important national holiday. It’s accompanied by a military parade in Warsaw, the laying of flowers at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and the raising of flags throughout the country.

Discount on the Tu-1 in Honor of A.N. Tupolev’s Birthday

On November 10th, 1888, outstanding Soviet aircraft designer Andrei Nikolaevich Tupolev was born. He designed over 100 types of aircraft, including the Tu-2 frontline bomber, which was widely used in WWII, the Tu-4 strategic bomber, and the first Soviet passenger jet aircraft, the Tu-104.

The He 219 A-7 is Temporarily Available on the Anniversary of its First Flight!

On November 6th, 1942, the twin-engine He 219 night fighter took to the skies for the first time. Being the first combat aircraft with ejection seats, it participated in battles during WWII from June 1943 and quickly demonstrated its effectiveness against the British Mosquito. In total, less than 300 He 219’s were produced before production ended in May 1944.

Pre-order Premium Jets: AV-8S, Su-22M4 and JA37DI

Pre-orders for three store packs have started today! Meet the AV-8S Harrier for Japan, the Su-22M4 for Germany and the formidable JA37DI Viggen for Sweden.

P40 and a Decal for National Unity and Armed Forces Day of Italy!

One of the main national holidays of Italy is dedicated to the capitulation of Austria-Hungary in the First World War, which took place on November 4th, 1918. As a result of the peace treaty, Italy annexed South Tyrol, the Austrian Littoral, Trieste and part of Dalmatia, thus completing the unification of all the lands that it considered its own. For this purpose, Italy entered the First World War, so the victory over Austria-Hungary is also celebrated as the Day of Armed Forces of Italy.

War Thunder’s 12th Birthday Sale in the Gaijin.net Store!

We’re continuing to celebrate War Thunder’s 12th anniversary and are pleased to offer you special discounts in the Gaijin.Net store, with almost three dozen packs being half price.

The J35A Draken Temporarily Returns at a Discount for the Anniversary of its First Flight!

The Saab 35 Draken first took to the skies on October 25th 1955 and made history for many reasons. It was the first supersonic combat aircraft built in Western Europe, the first aircraft with double-swept wings, the first aircraft to perform a cobra maneuver, and the first to reach Mach 2 in level flight.

In-Game Discounts for War Thunder’s 12th Anniversary!

Today we’re launching the celebrations of the 12th anniversary of War Thunder! In honor of this anniverary, discounts on vehicles, modifications, talismans, backups and Premium Account time are available in the game. This means you’ll be able to purchase new vehicles, upgrade your existing vehicles and get consumables at a good discount.

The UH-1C XM-30 is Temporarily Available on the Anniversary of the UH-1’s First Flight!

The UH-1 Iroquois multi-purpose helicopter, developed by Bell Helicopter, made its first flight on October 22nd 1956 and entered serial production in 1960. This helicopter is still in active use today, with more than 16,000 UH-1’s having been produced.

HMCS Haida Temporarily Returns with a Discount for Niobe Day!

Until 1910, Canada did not have its own navy, relying on the might of the British Empire. After having created its own navy, Canada purchased two ships from Great Britain. The first of which was HMCS Niobe, arriving in Halifax on October 21st 1910. This date was not chosen at random. It was the anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar and the main holiday of British sailors who initially trained the Canadians. Canada celebrated Trafalgar Day until 2014, when it decided to mark October 21st as Niobe Day.

Trafalgar Day: Horatio Nelson Decal and the Fairmile D (5001) at a 30% Discount!

On October 21st 1805, perhaps the most famous naval battle in the history of the Royal Navy took place near Cape Trafalgar. 27 British ships of the line, led by Admiral Horatio Nelson, entered the battle against 33 ships of the line of the combined fleets of France and Spain. The Royal Navy did not lose a single ship in the battle, capturing 21 enemy ships and sinking one. This victory is widely celebrated in Great Britain to this day.

The Vautour IIN is Temporarily Available at a Discount for the Anniversary of its First Flight!

The Vautour II was designed and produced by Sud Aviation and made its first flight on October 16th 1952. It served with the French Air Force from 1958 to 1979 and was also supplied to Israel, where it saw combat in the Six-Day War and the War of Attrition.

A Decal, USS Cowell and USS Des Moines for the US Navy’s Birthday!

The history of the US Navy dates back to October 13th 1775, when the rebellious colonies first created their Continental Navy. The US Navy’s most significant growth occurred during World War II, when by the end of the war it had become the largest navy in the world.

HMS Iron Duke Is Back on the Anniversary of its Launch!

HMS Iron Duke, a dreadnought and the lead ship of the Royal Navy’s Iron Duke class of battleships, was launched at Portsmouth on October 12th, 1912. She took part in all the major operations of the Grand Fleet in the First World War, including the Battle of Jutland.

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German Unity Day: A Tank and Plane for Golden Eagles, plus a Festive Decal!

In 1945, the Allies divided Germany into zones, which later turned into two countries, the GDR and FRG. In 1989, the process of their unification began, officially completing on October 3rd 1990. Since then, this date has been Germany’s main national holiday!

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Discounts, Rare Tanks, and a Decal for the National Day of the PRC!

Today, the People’s Republic of China turns 75! The official announcement of the formation of the PRC was made on October 1st 1949, and since then this day has become the country’s main national holiday. A flag-raising ceremony takes place in Tiananmen square, cities across the country are decorated with flowers, fireworks are set off, and a series of holidays begins on this day — Golden Week.