When Hitler launched , the goal was simple: a knockout blow to Moscow before winter. But then came Smolensk .
Thinking about the turning points of WWII? You can't overlook the chaos of 1941. Here’s a post breaking down why the fight for Smolensk was such a game-changer. Barbarossa Derailed: The Battle For Smolensk 10...
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Often called the "forgotten" turning point, the Battle for Smolensk (July–September 1941) was where the German war machine first realized they weren't in for a sprint—they were in for a marathon. When Hitler launched , the goal was simple:
German forces expected to breeze through, but fierce Soviet resistance delayed the drive to Moscow by two crucial months. ⏱️ You can't overlook the chaos of 1941
This was the moment the "derailing" began. The German supply lines stretched to a breaking point, and the pause at Smolensk allowed the Soviets to fortify Moscow’s defenses.