The Siege of Leningrad

The Siege of Leningrad was a prolonged military blockade by Nazi Germany during World War II, lasting from September 1941 to January 1944. The city, now known as St. Petersburg, faced severe food shortages and brutal winter conditions, leading to the suffering and death of hundreds of thousands of civilians. Despite the hardships, Leningrad's residents showed remarkable resilience. The siege lasted for 872 days, ultimately ending with the Soviet counteroffensive. It stands as one of the longest and most devastating sieges in history, highlighting the extreme challenges of war and the human spirit's endurance.