World War Ll Collection (#16)
"Unyielding Heroes: The Triumphs and Sacrifices of World War II" In a historic moment, Red Army soldiers raise the Soviet flag over the Reichstag in Berlin
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"Unyielding Heroes: The Triumphs and Sacrifices of World War II" In a historic moment, Red Army soldiers raise the Soviet flag over the Reichstag in Berlin, Germany on April 30, 1945. This iconic photograph captured by Vladimir Grebnev symbolizes the ultimate victory against fascism. Leading the charge was General Vasily Chuikov, commander of the 62nd Army. His strategic brilliance and unwavering determination played a pivotal role in securing triumph for his troops. Marshal Georgy Zhukov rides across Red Square, reviewing the troops before the Victory Parade on June 24, 1945. A true hero of the Soviet Union, Zhukov's indomitable spirit inspired countless soldiers to fight with unmatched courage. Inside a command post bunker in Stalingrad during November 1942, Lt. General Vasili Chuikov assigns an important mission to Major General Alexander Rodimtsev of the esteemed 13th Guards Rifle Division. With Major General N. I Krylov and Lt. General K. A Gurov present as well, this meeting exemplifies their collective dedication to defending their homeland. World War II saw acts of bravery from all walks of life - such as Senior Sergeants V. Mityoshina and N. Zalko who were former students at Moscow State Theatrical Institute turned frontline warriors since day one. Their valor earned them medals for military services. Amidst jubilant celebrations on Victory Day Parade in Moscow in 1945, Marshal Konstantin Rokossovsky makes his way from Kremlin to Red Square - a testament to his leadership that brought about this glorious moment. Lyudmila Pavlichenko emerges as an extraordinary figure; a renowned Russian guerrilla sniper who claimed an astonishing tally of killing 309 Germans while defending Odessa and Sevastopol until her last breath – earning her senior lieutenant rank and the esteemed Order of Lenin.