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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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CLAWS: 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.
MSC: Paving The Way
Today we’ll be taking a look at the MSC, the first Leclerc that was created to test and evaluate new systems, which will be coming to the game in the Leviathans major update.
Pre-order: RAH-66 Comanche: Stealth Unicorn
Meet the RAH-66 Comanche, a stealthy reconnaissance and attack helicopter developed during the late Cold War to counter high-tech threats, which was ultimately rendered obsolete due to shifting military priorities and rising project costs.
Video Digest 02.06.2025
This week aviation fans will surely be pleased. In this digest you can learn about the American air-to-air missiles, the very special Japanese propeller-driven fighter, and the first Indian aircraft.
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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!
Moments of Valor: Canada
Every year on the first Sunday in June, Canada celebrates Armed Forces Day. At the start of the First World War, the Canadian Armed forces had just 3,500 men, but by the end of the war with conscription announced, they expanded to 400,000. 24,000 of these took part in battles in Europe. The conscription for the Second World War was even larger, with more than a million Canadians serving and of these, 42,000 died in combat. Currently, the Canadian Armed Forces have just over 90,000 personnel.
Yamato: The Decisive Spirit, and Ultimate Leviathan
We’re very happy to finally introduce the legend of legends, a ship that holds many records and cultural significance: the mighty Yamato will be joining War Thunder in the Leviathans major update!
A Decal and Discount on the T129 ATAK & F-104S TAF for Turkish Air Force Day!
The first air squadrons appeared in the Ottoman Empire on June 1st, 1911. This date is also celebrated in the Turkish Republic as Air Force Day. Under president Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the Turkish Air Force became one of the largest in Europe. They were modernized several times, which was facilitated by the country’s accession to NATO. Turkey was one of the five countries where F-16 fighters were produced.
USS Iowa: The Battleship of Presidents
Legendary and invincible, a living symbol of the might of the American fleet. Welcome to the game, USS Iowa!
Pre-order: Leopard 2 (OTCo)
Today, pre-orders for the new Dutch Leopard premium with cool looks have started!
IRIS-T SLM and Multi-Vehicle SAM Systems!
The upcoming War Thunder Leviathans update brings multi-vehicle SAM systems to the game. One of them is the German IRIS-T SLM that we’ll be looking at today!
"Leviathans" Update Trailer!
Introducing the next major update trailer for War Thunder: Leviathans!