1942Operation Winter Storm Begins

In a large operation named "Operation Winter Storm", the Ger...
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⚔️ Operation Winter Storm Begins

In a large operation named "Operation Winter Storm", the Germans attempt to break through to forces trapped in Stalingrad.
Operation Winter Storm Begins (1942)
StalingradEastern FrontGerman OffensiveRelief AttemptOperation Winter StormSiegeSoviet Union

🇩🇪 German Advance Towards Stalingrad Continues

The Germans continue their successful advance toward Stalingrad.
Eastern FrontGerman OffensiveStalingradSoviet UnionBattle of StalingradMilitary OperationsVolga River

🇷🇺 German Forces Approach Stalingrad

Fighting increases as the Germans approach Stalingrad.
Eastern FrontStalingradGerman OffensiveSoviet UnionCity SiegeTurning PointMilitary CampaignMajor Battles

🇷🇺 Operation Uranus Launched

At Stalingrad the Soviet Union forces under General Georgy Zhukov launch Operation Uranus aimed at encircling the Germans in the city and thus turning the tide of battle in the USSR's favor.
Operation Uranus Launched (1942)
StalingradOperation UranusSoviet UnionEastern FrontEncirclementGeorgy ZhukovTurning PointWorld War II

⚔️ Red Army Advances in Stalingrad Encirclement

The Red Army attempt at encirclement of Stalingrad continues with obvious success.
StalingradEncirclementEastern FrontRed ArmySoviet UnionGerman OffensiveWorld War II

⚔️ Operation Nordwind Begins

The Germans begin a surprise offensive (Operation Nordwind) in northern Alsace.
Operation Nordwind Begins (1945)
Western FrontAlsaceGerman OffensiveOperation NordwindBattle of the BulgeOffensive Operations1945Eastern Front