How did Stalingrad impact World War 2?

Answer 1

Stalingrad was a turning point in WW-2 on two counts. It was costly on

both sides in men and material and ended in a complete Soviet victory.

The Germans advance to the East had been halted. Of equal importance

was the psychological impact. Hitler wanted Stalingrad for the strategic

value this major industrial city on the Volga represented but also because

of its name. Stalin came to see the protection of Stalingrad as a personal

thing. Prestige was on the line and the result was the loss of a million

lives.

Answer 2

The defeat of the German 6th Army at Stalingrad was a turning point on the Eastern Front ; the Germans never regained the initiative and the Russians had shown to the world that they could fight and win battles .

Answer 3

It stopped Germany's advance in Russia and was also a key turning point in the war as the Russians were able to counter attack. Basically it was the end of the nazi regime.

Answer 4

The battle of Stalingrad bled the Germany army dry in Russia. This battle was fought during the winter of 1942 to 1943.ÊThe Germany army was in full retreat after this defeat.