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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 defence.{{Fn|3}}
The [[Black Templars]] [[Chapter]] led a [[crusade]] in defence of Helsreach, dubbed the [[Helsreach Crusade]], led by [[Reclusiarch]] [[Merek Grimaldus]].{{Fn|2a}} They were supported by [[Imperial Guard Regiment]]s of the [[Armageddon Steel Legion]] and [[Imperial Titan|Titans]] of [[Legio Invigilata]].{{Fn|2a}}}}
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.{{Fn|3}}
