Historical Events tagged with "Uman"

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Military & Warfare

Red Army Launches Uman–Botoșani Offensive

March 5th, 1944 81 years ago

The Red Army initiated the Uman–Botoșani offensive, targeting German forces in western Ukraine. This offensive was part of a broader strategy to reclaim territory lost to Axis powers and ultimately aimed to push German troops back toward the west. Coordinated assaults began, leveraging enhanced mechanized units and infantry divisions to exploit weaknesses in German defenses. The offensive marked a significant step in the Soviet’s efforts to liberate occupied territories and gain a tactical advantage in the Eastern Front.

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