Battle of Kursk: Turning Point of World War II

A Clash of Titans

The Battle of Kursk, fought from July 5 to August 23, 1943, was a pivotal battle on the Eastern Front of World War II. The German Wehrmacht launched a massive offensive, Operation Citadel, against the Red Army, aiming to recapture the Kursk Salient, a bulge in the Soviet lines.

Key Facts

• One of the largest tank battles in history, involving over 6,000 tanks.
• The Soviets, under the command of General Georgy Zhukov, had prepared in advance and unleashed a devastating counteroffensive.
• The German offensive failed after several days of fierce fighting, marking a turning point in the war.
• The battle marked the end of Germany's strategic initiative on the Eastern Front and led to a gradual shift in momentum towards the Allies.