The Battle of Kursk: The Largest Tank Battle in History (with Bill Nance) | Ep. 31

The Battle of Kursk was the largest tank battle in history and a turning point on the Eastern Front of World War II. In July 1943, Hitler launched a desperate attempt to regain the initiative against the Soviet Union after the disaster at Stalingrad. What followed was a titanic clash involving thousands of tanks, aircraft, and millions of soldiers. In this episode, special guest Bill Nance explores the causes of the Battle of Kursk, the German offensive, the legendary clash, and the Soviet counteroffensives that shattered Germany's ability to conduct major offensive operations in the East. Learn how Soviet preparation, intelligence, and overwhelming reserves helped secure one of the most important victories of World War II. Topics Covered: • Why Hitler launched this attack • German and Soviet commanders • The Kursk salient and defensive preparations • Soviet counterattacks • Casualties and losses • Why Kursk marked the turning point of the Eastern Front • The battle's lasting impact on World War II Please visit our show sponsor: ⁠https://www.thefivecoatconsultinggroup.com/⁠ If you enjoy military history, World War II battles, and great commanders, be sure to subscribe for more episodes. #BattleOfKursk #WorldWarII #WWIIHistory #EasternFront #TankBattle #MilitaryHistory #OperationCitadel #Prokhorovka #HistoryPodcast #GeneralsOfWWII