Operation Barbarossa

Operation Barbarossa was the code name for Nazi Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union during World War II, which began on June 22, 1941. It marked a significant turning point in the war. The plan aimed to capture key Soviet territories quickly, relying on rapid, coordinated military tactics. However, the invasion faced fierce Soviet resistance, harsh weather conditions, and long supply lines, ultimately leading to heavy German losses. This operation marked the beginning of a prolonged and brutal conflict on the Eastern Front, significantly weakening Germany's military strength and contributing to its eventual defeat in the war.