The 1943 battle of Kursk – and its present-day echoes

Sep 8, 2024

Peter Caddick-Adams, a military historian, and Keith Lowe, an expert on historical conflicts, dive into the significance of the 1943 Battle of Kursk. They discuss how this pivotal event reshaped the Eastern Front and its parallels with today’s Russia-Ukraine war. The conversation explores the strategic complexities of Kursk, the psychological warfare tactics employed by Russia, and the lessons that modern conflicts can draw from historical battles. It's a thought-provoking analysis of how past and present intertwine in military history.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

The Battle of Kursk: A Turning Point

01:59 • 7min

The Pivotal Battle of Kursk

09:22 • 27min

Ukraine's Tactical Surprise and Its Historical Parallels

36:13 • 3min

Psychological Warfare and Historical Narratives in Current Conflicts

39:37 • 4min

Echoes of Warfare: Lessons from the Eastern Front to Modern Conflicts

44:02 • 5min