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Show Notes
An introduction to the Battle of Leipzig, including an overview of the importance of the city to the Third Reich’s war effort.
In this episode I also outline the military situation facing the Americans in Germany in 1945 - and how that directly impacted the subsequent American decision to assault (and capture) Leipzig.
Map: Here is a map giving an overview of the important locations featured in the series.
Völkerschlachtdenkmal (Battle Of The Nations monument).
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Cover photo: AP-Wirephoto
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