@firefalk27: Battle of Kursk | The Battle of Kursk was fought between Germany and the Soviet Union in July and August 1943 and became the largest tank battle in history. Germany launched a major offensive to eliminate a Soviet-held bulge around the city of Kursk, hoping to regain the initiative on the Eastern Front. The Soviets had prepared deep defensive positions, minefields, and reserves, allowing them to absorb the attack and inflict heavy losses. After stopping the German advance, the Soviets launched powerful counteroffensives that forced the Germans to retreat. The battle marked a decisive turning point on the Eastern Front, after which Germany largely remained on the defensive until the end of the war. #ww2 #germany #ussr #kursk #historytok