Description
The German invasion of the Soviet Union and the harsh Russian winters.
Produced in 1943 as part of Frank Capra's Why We Fight series, The Battle of Russia chronicles the Soviet Union's struggle against Nazi Germany during World War II. Beginning with Russia's long history of resisting foreign invasions, the documentary examines the German invasion of June 1941 and the brutal fighting that followed along the Eastern Front.
Featuring remarkable wartime footage, the film follows the siege of Leningrad, the defense of Sevastopol, Soviet civilian resistance, and the Red Army's counteroffensives. It culminates in the decisive Battle of Stalingrad, one of the most significant turning points of World War II.
Release Date: November 13, 1943.
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