15 November 1941
German offensive towards Moscow resumes as the mud begins to freeze.
Finnish daily losses: 25
Recruits giving their oath. (Utti)
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16 November 1941
The burned village of Käkisalmi is ready to house 500 civilians who wish to return. Of the 600 houses, 550 were burned by the retreating Soviets.
Finnish daily losses: 57
Petroskoi wrapped in snow.
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17 November 1941
Major General Siilasvuo officially ends the operation to capture Louhi.
Group O is ordered to capture Karhumäki. The offensive stalls under heavy enemy resistance.
Finnish daily losses: 42
Two kids come to greet the passing Finns. (East Karelia)
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18 November 1941
4.division's main force advances to the northwest of Karhumäki.
The Germans request Mannerheim to be more aggressive on the Svir front. They hope that Finns would support Army Group North. The request is answered in the negative.
People living in cities have began to stockpile foodstuffs from relatives living on the countryside.
Finnish daily losses: 34
Captured guns. (Kiestinki area)
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19 November 1941
No entry.
Finnish daily losses: 24
Dug-out for horses.