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4.1 - Welcome to the Battle of Leipzig
An introduction to the Battle of Leipzig, including an overview of the importance of the city to the Third Reich’s war effort.
In this episode I also outline the military situation facing the Americans in Germany in 1945 - and how that directly impacted the subsequent American decision to assault (and capture) Leipzig.
Map: Here is a map giving an overview of the important locations featured in the series.
Völkerschlachtdenkmal (Battle Of The Nations monument).
Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/europeatwar
If you have any comments or questions about the show, please get in touch via [email protected]
You can also follow me on instagram at davidsumnerhistory or visit my site davidsumnerhistory.com
Cover photo: AP-Wirephoto
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An introduction to the Battle of Leipzig, including an overview of the importance of the city to the Third Reich’s war effort.
In this episode I also outline the military situation facing the Americans in Germany in 1945 - and how that directly impacted the subsequent American decision to assault (and capture) Leipzig.
Map: Here is a map giving an overview of the important locations featured in the series.
Völkerschlachtdenkmal (Battle Of The Nations monument).
Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/europeatwar
If you have any comments or questions about the show, please get in touch via [email protected]
You can also follow me on instagram at davidsumnerhistory or visit my site davidsumnerhistory.com
Cover photo: AP-Wirephoto
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