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Stalingrad Siege

Sabine Lorca

Translator A AI

Publisher: Publifye

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Stalingrad Siege meticulously examines the brutal and pivotal World War II battle on the Eastern Front between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union. More than a mere clash of arms, the book reveals Stalingrad as a collision of ideologies and endurance, highlighting the city's strategic importance to both sides. The narrative exposes how the desperate fight for Stalingrad became the graveyard for the German Sixth Army, marking the furthest eastward expansion of the Third Reich and a crucial turning point in the war.

 
The book dives into the horrific urban warfare that defined the battle, illustrating the resilience of the Red Army against the German blitzkrieg. Drawing from extensive primary and secondary sources, including previously unexamined data from both German and Soviet archives, the investigation offers fresh insights into the logistical nightmares and immense human cost of the siege. Through a balanced perspective, the author presents a nuanced understanding of the decisions made by both sides, challenging long-held myths surrounding the battle.

 
Starting with the strategic context of Hitler’s push for the Caucasus oil fields and Stalin’s determination to hold his namesake city, the book moves to detailed accounts of house-to-house combat within Stalingrad. Finally, it analyzes the encirclement and surrender of German forces and the battles long-term impact, including its role in shaping the postwar world. The book is aimed at military history enthusiasts.
Available since: 03/21/2025.
Print length: 56 pages.

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