#14 - Ribbentrop, Molotov, Barbarossa

In this episode we talk about the non-aggression pact signed between Nazi Germany and the USSR in 1939, known as the Ribbentrop - Molotov Pact, and then how Hitler decided to terminate it in 1941 when he launched a surprise invasion on the USSR, known as "Operation Barbarossa". We also talk a little of the history of Poland, The Munich Agreement, and Stalin's fondness for a good tune. HOW TO LISTEN If you aren’t already a subscriber, you’ll need to join thousands of other Cold War Heroes and register to listen to our premium episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices