The Battle of Kursk was a catastrophic defeat for Germany; the Wehrmacht suffered around 200,000 casualties and lost nearly 700 tanks and 1,000 aircraft. These losses were irreplaceable.

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After the heavy losses sustained by the opening of Operation Barbarossa, the Wehrmacht reached a decisive turning point. They ...

The Battle of Kursk in July 1943 stands out among World War II battles, captivating the interest of historians and enthusiasts alike. Widely hailed as the greatest tank battle in history, this ...

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A federal judge in New Hampshire again blocked the Trump administration’s effort to end birthright citizenship Thursday, the first such ruling since a Supreme Court decision tossed the first court ...

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