An introduction to the Battle of Leipzig, including an overview of the importance of the city to the Third Reich’s war effort.

In this episode I also outline the military situation facing the Americans in Germany in 1945 - and how that directly impacted the subsequent American decision to assault (and capture) Leipzig.  

Map: Here is a map giving an overview of the important locations featured in the series.

Völkerschlachtdenkmal (Battle Of The Nations monument). 

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