Real Dictators
Hitler: Mussolini’s Prison Break (Part 23)
Sep 19, 2023
Hitler stages a daring mission to rescue Mussolini after he is overthrown. The chapter explores Hitler's downfall after defeat at Stalingrad. The impact of the turning point at Stalingrad and the resistance against the regime are discussed. Settlement talks, Hitler's opposition to Russia, and the fall of Mussolini are explored. The endurance and sacrifice of the Soviet Union and the struggles in Italy post-war are also covered.
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- The Battle of Kursk halted Hitler's offensive and gave the Red Army the upper hand on the Eastern Front.
- A daring mission led by Lieutenant Colonel Otto Skorzeny successfully rescued Mussolini from his captivity in Italy.
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Operation Citadel: Battle of Kursk
The Battle of Kursk marks a major turning point in the war as Hitler's offensive is halted, and the Red Army gains the upper hand on the Eastern Front.
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