The Pete Quiñones Show Episode 1296: How the Soviet Union Started World War 2 - The Finale - w/ Thomas777
Nov 23, 2025
In this discussion, Thomas777, a revisionist historian and fiction writer, delves into the controversial role of the Soviet Union in the onset of World War II. He explores the significance of the Soviet-Japanese clashes, particularly Khalkhin Gol, as precursors to broader hostilities. Thomas argues that Stalin orchestrated offensive plans, citing evidence and military strategies that suggest an aggressive stance. The talk also touches on Stalin's ultimate ambitions for Europe and the implications of these historical interpretations.
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Soviet-Japanese Clash Marks Early Global Hostilities
- The Soviet attack on Khalkhin Gol in 1939 already represented large-scale hostilities between major powers.
- This challenges the notion that WWII began only with Germany's invasion of Poland on Sept 1, 1939.
Historians Argue USSR Planned Offensive Into Europe
- Joachim Hoffmann and Viktor Suvorov argue the USSR was preparing to attack Europe before June 22, 1941.
- Their military-data focus suggests German command recognized an imminent Soviet offensive threat.
Soviet Force Buildup Was Overwhelming By Mid-1941
- Soviet force levels by June 22, 1941 were massive across arms, including ~24,000 tanks and over 23,000 aircraft.
- These concentrations and submarine numbers point to an offensive-capable military juggernaut.
