It was more than men and materiel that was lost at Stalingrad. Yes, the battle of Stalingrad led to many aircraft, tanks, guns and men destroyed, captured and killed. read more
What was lost was the perception of the German army's invincibility. The Battle of Stalingrad was the first defeat of such immense magnitude for the Wehrmacht, more specifically the Heer. The Eastern Front was the deciding factor in the war against Nazi Germany, and Stalingrad was the most important moment in this war. read more
The Battle of Stalingrad is considered by many historians to have been the turning point in World War Two in Europe. The battle at Stalingrad bled the German army dry in Russia and after this defeat, the Germany Army was in full retreat. read more
Battle of Stalingrad, (July 17, 1942–February 2, 1943), successful Soviet defense of the city of Stalingrad (now Volgograd), Russia, U.S.S.R., during World War II. Russians consider it to be one of the greatest battles of their Great Patriotic War, and most historians consider it to be the greatest battle of the entire conflict. read more