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The Poles were opposed by 3 German infantry divisions who dug in. In spite of the low odds of success, a combined assault of the Polish infantry, cavalry, and police did find a weak spot and penetrated the 1st line of the German defenses. However, afterward, the Poles made no progress.
348:. A couple divisions and brigades did successfully reach Warsaw, but majority was halted by the Germans who were about to close the ring around the Polish capital. Around 5,000 Polish soldiers and officers led by General 391: 386: 483: 478: 468: 373:
800 Poles ended up dead. Moreover, 4,000 were seriously wounded. Only about 200 men survived the battle suffering only minor injuries. General
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forces. It was a failed counter-offensive attempt by the Polish forces.
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Łomianki
52°20′09″N 20°53′43″E / 52.3357°N 20.8953°E / 52.3357; 20.8953
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