After making a desperate stand against the Soviets, my German leaders have found themselves in the middle of a winter battle against the remnants of a Soviet division trying to get to freedom. This one was tough as winter conditions made it tough for the Germans to see the fleeing Soviets. Strung out across the board the Germans try to spot the fleeing Soviets, but the cagey Soviets manage to evade the German lines for several turns, but eventually they do engage the Germans. Being strung out and the weather make it hard for the Germans to concentrate on the Soviet force and take causalities before they can form up on the retreating Soviets. The Soviets keep a disciplined retreat and get most units into a position to get off board 8 and keep a delaying force to keep the Germans at bay. In the end the Germans get enough units off to take the victory.

As for my leaders the Captain gets enough to be promoted as well as the required medal, Combat clasp in Gold, and moves up to a Major. The two LT's get more skills but no promotions for them. On to the final assault on Moscow.