The Russian counterattack fizzled outside of Moscow, but protected the city
The germans regroup and attack to the north (Leningrad) and south (Stalingrad)
Stalingrad 1942 see Russia page
American Lend Lease
Begins to Britain in 1941 before USA in war
Begins to the Soviets through Iran in 1942
Stalingrad was of this supply route
End of the war on the Eastern Front
From Stalingrad onward the Germans were on the defensive
Russians Advance all the way to Berlin
Largest Tank battle in history 5-15 July 1943 at Kursk
Jan. 27, 1944 Siege of Leningrad broken
16 April Berlin offensive begins
Summary:
The turning point of WW2 was when the soviets began to fight back at Stalingrad. They began to push the germans and prevented them to take Leningrad and Stalingrad. This caused the Germans to regroup which pushed them back even further. Soon enough the Soviets had advanced all the way to Berlin.
Quote:
Today we rule Germany, tomorrow, the world. - Adolf Hitler
Question:
What would be Different if the Germans made an advance on the Russians?