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Happy St. David’s Day, Wales!

Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus (Happy St. David’s Day)!

Decals and Discounts on Vehicles for South African Armed Forces Day!

Every year on February 21st, South Africa holds a parade to commemorate Armed Forces Day. This date was chosen to commemorate the South Africans who served in the First World War. The modern South African National Defense Force operates Olifant and Rooikat tanks, Ratel infantry fighting vehicles, Mamba armored personnel carriers, and Rooivalk helicopters. The country follows the tradition of naming its equipment after animals.

A Decal, Decoration, the Object 140 and Discounts on Soviet Vehicles!

When German troops began their offensive against Russia in early 1918, the Bolsheviks, who had come to power as a result of the October Revolution, declared mobilization. The new armed forces were named the “Workers’ and Peasants’ Red Army”, and February 23rd, the day when recruitment for the Red Army began, became a public holiday within a few years. It is a day still celebrated today.

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The Horseshoe Pouch!

2026 is the Year of the Horse, and every horse, even a fiery one, needs horseshoes! When harnessing your trusty steed, don’t forget to take a horseshoe pouch with you, keeping your precious belongings safe.

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Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a Decal, a Decoration, and Discounts!

Lunar New Year is an ancient holiday and one of the most important in Eastern countries. Fireworks, gifts, and a festive atmosphere await you in War Thunder. We’re celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse!

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Decals, Decorations and the Return of a Rare Tank!

Celebrating Valentine’s Day on February 14th is a charming tradition dating back to the Middle Ages. Valentine cards, flowers, and chocolates became symbols of the day in the 19th and 20th centuries. War Thunder has its own Valentines day traditions, there’s a themed decal trophy, a trophy with Valentine-themed decorations and the rare MK-IX “Valentine” tank!

Don’t Miss Out on Decals, Discounts, and Rare Vehicles for Japan’s National Foundation Day!

Ancient Japanese chronicles date the accession of the first Emperor Jimmu to the first day of the first month of 660 BCE. During the transition to the Gregorian calendar in the Meiji era, this date was aligned with February 11th and made into a holiday. Japan widely celebrated the 2,600th anniversary of the founding of the empire in 1940. After World War II, the celebrations were discontinued, but in the mid-1960s they were resumed with refined wording, eliminating any mention of the empire. It is a patriotic holiday, marked by the flying of flags and numerous local festivals.

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The Festive Cupcake for Silver Lions!

A Festive Cupcake with a Christmas tree is perfect this time of year to go with your cup of hot chocolate, tea or coffee. It is also magical in War Thunder, as it can be opened for Silver Lions to get some cool items. Ho Ho Ho!

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Decals and Rare German Premium Tanks for Bundeswehr Day!

Bundeswehr Day is celebrated on November 12th! It was on this day 70 years ago that the first soldiers officially entered service in the new armed forces of the Federal Republic of Germany. In 1990, the Bundeswehr merged with the army of the GDR, and in 2011, it abolished conscription, switching to contract service. Currently, the Bundeswehr is undergoing a large-scale modernization, with 100 billion euros allocated to its development.

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A Decal Trophy and Lanovski’s P-47M-1-RE Thunderbolt has a Discount for Poland’s National Independence Day!

Poland’s National Independence Day is celebrated on November 11th, which is the anniversary of the end of the First World War. As a result, Poland was able to regain its independence. This date was officially established as a national holiday in 1937, but in those years Poland only managed to celebrate Independence Day twice. In 1989, the celebration of November 11th was restored.

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Get a Themed Decal for Chinese Air Force Day!

Although Chinese squadrons had been fighting against Japan since the 1930s, the People’s Liberation Army Air Force was officially formed on November 11th 1949. Initially, it was equipped with Soviet aircraft, but from the 1960s onwards, China began developing their own vehicles. Today, the Chinese Air Force is one of the largest and best-equipped in the world.

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A Decal for the Norwegian Air Force Foundation Day!

Aviation became part of the Norwegian army in 1912, and in 1916 aircraft were used in the navy. On November 10th 1944, during King Haakon VII’s exile, a decree was signed uniting the various air units into the Royal Norwegian Air Force.

A Decal Trophy and Discounts for Italy’s National Unity and Armed Forces Day!

Following the defeat at the Battle of Vittorio Veneto, Austria-Hungary capitulated in the First World War. Under the terms of the armistice that came into effect on November 4th 1918, Italy received a number of territories, completing its unification. This is why November 4th is celebrated both as National Unity Day and Armed Forces Day in memory of the victory that completed the reunification of Italian lands, which started in the mid-19th century.

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Let’s Celebrate War Thunder’s 13th Anniversary Together!

Happy Birthday, War Thunder! The War Thunder open beta test began on November 1st 2012. Just think, that was 13 years ago! We’ve come a long way together since then, and we’re happy to invite all of you to celebrate the game’s birthday with us!

A Decal and Discount for the 220th Anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar!

Today we celebrate the 220th anniversary of the Royal Navy’s greatest triumph. On October 21st 1805, the Battle of Trafalgar took place, where the Royal Navy, led by Admiral Horatio Nelson, defeated the superior forces of France and Spain. This confirmed Britain’s status as mistress of the seas!

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USS Cowell and the US Navy Jack Ship Flag for the US Navy’s 250th Birthday!

On October 13th 1775, exactly 250 years ago, the Continental Navy of the United Colonies of North American was founded, then used against Great Britain in the Revolutionary War. Today the United States boasts the largest naval force in the world, with more than 2,600 aircraft, 480 ships, including 11 aircraft carriers, and over 380,000 personnel in service!

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Moments of Valor: Spain

October 12th marks the National Day of Spain, commemorating Christopher Columbus’s discovery of America on this day in 1492 under the flag of the Spanish Crown. October 12th also marks Spanish Language Day, the native language of nearly 500 million people worldwide. In honor of this event, we’re pleased to present a new video in our popular Moments of Valor series, dedicated to Spain!

A Decal, Discounts and Rare Vehicles for German Unity Day!

Today, a reunited Germany celebrates an anniversary. On October 3rd 1990, the GDR and FRG became one country! German Unity Day is a major national holiday, widely celebrated throughout the country. We join in the congratulations and invite you to celebrate the anniversary with a decal and discounts!