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4.4 - The Battle of Leipzig: The Last Stand
American forces have captured most of Leipzig, but key strongholds throughout the city remain in German hands.
For example, at the Völkerschlachtdenkmal, a German garrison led by the fanatical Colonel Von Poncet refuses to surrender, leading to a tense stand-off with the Americans…
Dates covered: 19th - 20th of April 1945.
Map: Here is a map giving an overview of the important locations featured in the series.
American assault plan for Leipzig/Phase lines overview.
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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American forces have captured most of Leipzig, but key strongholds throughout the city remain in German hands.
For example, at the Völkerschlachtdenkmal, a German garrison led by the fanatical Colonel Von Poncet refuses to surrender, leading to a tense stand-off with the Americans…
Dates covered: 19th - 20th of April 1945.
Map: Here is a map giving an overview of the important locations featured in the series.
American assault plan for Leipzig/Phase lines overview.
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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