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Show Notes
Red Army forces brave fire and fury as they launch their assault across the Landwehr Canal, whilst Soviet riflemen establish a foothold in the Diplomatic Quarter after successfully crossing the Moltkebridge.
The Reichstag now lies within touching distance for the Soviets…
For the Berlin garrison forces, it seems the only thing holding back the Soviet advance are the foreign SS volunteers, who are determined to hold their ground to the last man.
Meanwhile, General Wenck contacts OKW with some bombshell news…
Map: Here is a map giving an overview of the important locations featured in the series.
Map: Here is a map of the Soviet assault on the Reichstag.
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