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The new Front's air component was 136 aircraft (75 patched and repaired) under the command of Major
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joined the attack. On August 17, the 63rd Rifle Corps was routed at the village of
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The first version was created on July 24, 1941, from the right wing of the forces in the
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took command, and was promoted to full
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The second version of this Front was created on
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began its attack along the 13th Army sector. Four days later the German
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