Operation Storm (Operacja Burza)

Operation Storm (Operacja Burza) was a key military operation during World War II, initiated by the Polish resistance on August 1, 1944. It aimed to liberate Warsaw from Nazi occupation as the Red Army approached the city. The operation involved intense fighting between Polish insurgents and German forces. However, the Soviets delayed their advance, leading to a brutal crackdown on the Polish fighters and civilians. Despite initial successes, the operation ended in failure, resulting in significant destruction and loss of life in Warsaw, highlighting the complexities of wartime alliances and the struggles for national sovereignty.