Battle of Stalingrad (aug 23, 1942 – feb 2, 1943)
Description:
The Battle of Stalingrad (1942-1943) was a critical World War II conflict between the Soviet Union and Nazi Germany. Fought in the city of Stalingrad, the Germans sought to capture it as part of Operation Barbarossa. The brutal urban warfare, exacerbated by harsh winter conditions, led to heavy casualties on both sides. The Soviets, under General Chuikov, turned the tide with strategic resilience and a massive counteroffensive. The German Sixth Army, encircled and cut off, succumbed to starvation and surrender on February 2, 1943. Stalingrad marked a pivotal moment, symbolizing the turning tide against the Germans on the Eastern Front.Added to timeline:
Date:
aug 23, 1942
feb 2, 1943
~ 5 months and 13 days