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The Battle of Stalingrad (August 23, 1942 – February 2, 1943) was a pivotal moment in World War II, marking the turning point on the Eastern Front and one of the bloodiest battles in history. Fought between the Soviet Red Army and the German 6th Army, this battle became a symbol of resilience and determination, both for the Soviet Union and for the global fight against the Axis powers.

Stalingrad, a major industrial city on the Volga River, was a key strategic target for Germany’s advance into the Soviet Union. The initial German offensive saw rapid gains, as bombers reduced the city to rubble, leaving little for the Soviet defenders to work with. Despite being heavily outnumbered, Soviet forces dug into the city, fighting a brutal battle of attrition in the streets, factories, and even in the ruins of homes.

As the winter of 1942 approached, Soviet forces launched Operation Uranus, a massive counteroffensive aimed at encircling the German forces trapped in the city. In a brilliant maneuver, the Soviets surrounded the German 6th Army, cutting off their supply lines. With temperatures plummeting and supplies dwindling, the trapped German soldiers faced starvation and the freezing conditions of a Russian winter. Though ordered to fight to the death, the 6th Army eventually surrendered in February 1943, marking the first major defeat of the German war machine and a turning point in the war.

The Battle of Stalingrad was not just a military defeat for Germany; it was a psychological blow to the Axis powers. With the Soviet victory, the Red Army began pushing the Germans back, reclaiming territory and building momentum that would carry them all the way to Berlin in 1945.

This short video provides an overview of the battle that changed the course of World War II. From the intense urban combat to the devastating Soviet counteroffensive, we explore the key moments that made Stalingrad one of the most decisive battles in history.

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