Soviet Red Army

The Soviet Red Army was the military force of the Soviet Union, established after the Russian Revolution in 1917. Initially formed to defend the Bolshevik government, it played a key role in the Russian Civil War and later fought in World War II against Nazi Germany. Known for its vast size and formidable strength, the Red Army was instrumental in the Allied victory in Europe, particularly during battles like Stalingrad. After the war, it became a central part of the Soviet military structure during the Cold War, embodying the USSR's military might and influence until its dissolution in 1991.