Historical Events tagged with "battle of stalingrad"
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Operation Uranus Counterattack at Stalingrad
Soviet forces, led by General Georgy Zhukov, initiated Operation Uranus, a strategically significant counteroffensive during the Battle of Stalingrad. Launched on 19 November, the operation aimed to encircle and eliminate the German Sixth Army stationed in and around Stalingrad. Utilizing intelligence, surprise, and a well-planned strategy, the Soviet troops rapidly advanced and successfully penetrated the German defensive lines, marking a pivotal shift in the Eastern Front's momentum in favor of the Soviets. The successful execution of the counteroffensive was crucial in changing the course of the battle.
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