Lions Led By Donkeys Podcast Episode 195 - The Battle of Kursk Part 2: And Firebombs!
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Feb 14, 2022 AI Snips
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Hitler's Indecision Delays Offensive
- Hitler's indecisiveness and distrust stalled the German offensive repeatedly despite initial plans.
- His refusal to trust generals like Manstein critically delayed operations.
Panther Tank's Flawed Design
- German tanks couldn't initially match Soviet T-34s, prompting the rushed development of the Panther.
- The Panther was flawed, unreliable, and underpowered despite having a good gun.
Soviet Air Tactics Evolve
- Soviet air force recovered by rapidly training new pilots despite heavy losses.
- Their doctrine avoided dogfights, focusing on ground attack and swarming tactics to overwhelm Germans.