Telegram to the Commander of the Northwestern Front, S.K. Timoshenko, August 28, 1942

Source: Tom 18

To the Commander of the Northwestern Front, Comrade Timoshenko

The Stavka of the Supreme Command is dissatisfied with your leadership of the front.

Despite the repeated demands of the Stavka, the Demyansk enemy grouping has still not been eliminated. The situation on your front requires decisive and energetic action. The Stavka orders you to intensify offensive operations and report on measures taken.

Stalin