Historical Events tagged with "operation uranus"
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Paulus Telegrams Hitler on 6th Army's Surrounding
General Friedrich Paulus of the German 6th Army sent a telegram to Adolf Hitler reporting that his forces were completely encircled by Soviet troops at Stalingrad. The telegram highlighted the dire situation as supplies dwindled and morale among the troops plummeted. As Stalingrad became the focal point of fierce combat, the German command faced increasing pressure from both the battlefield and the home front. Paulus's report signified a critical turning point in World War II, illustrating the impending collapse of German aggression in the Eastern Front.
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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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