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→Third War for Armageddon
The [[Third War for Armageddon]] saw the bloodiest fighting around Hive Helsreach. Again it was its port facilities that drew the attention of the Orks as well as the prospect of a good fight. It was estimated that around three million humans died in its defense.
An attack was attempted by the Orks of the a variety of tribes against the south and east side of the Hive which were repulsed by the [[Black Templars]] [[Space Marine]] [[Chapter]] led by [[GrimdaldusGrimaldus]]{{Fn|4}} while the [[Titan Legion|Titans]] of [[Legio Invigilata]] bombarded the Ork landing positions to the north from within the Hive.
Along Hel's Highway, Ork forces often broke through the defences and assaulted the north of the Hive. Despite these constant attacks and setbacks, the population of Hive Helsreach fought like their forefathers, with a vigour and zeal that made the Orks pay dearly for every inch of ground they took.
