Second Battle of Kharkov (may 12, 1942 – may 28, 1942)
Description:
In a counter-offensive after Germany's attack on Moscow, the Soviet Red Army attacks Kharkov, Ukraine with the aid of 1,500 tanks and 1,000 aircraft but German intelligence alerts the Axis to the campaign. Facing nearly 300,000 casualties and gaining little traction, the Soviets are forced to concede.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 12, 1942
may 28, 1942
~ 16 days