The Lighthouse of Stalingrad: The Epic Siege at the Heart of the Greatest Battle of World War II

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Book Synopsis: A thrilling, vivid, and highly detailed account of the epic siege during one of World War II’s most important battles, told by the brilliant British editor-turned-historian and author of Checkpoint Charlie, Iain MacGregor.

September, 1942: The Battle for Stalingrad was one of the most decisive in the Second World War—indeed, in any war in history. With over two million combatants killed, wounded, or captured, it was also the bloodiest in a terrible landscape of suffering: Twenty-seven million Russians—including sixteen million civilians—lost their lives in the war. Elite German and Russian troops battled for control of Stalingrad in brutal house-to-house fighting. This deadly, high-stakes struggle centered on the fight to hold a key strategic building (codenamed: “The Lighthouse”) a few hundred meters from the River Volga. Right on the frontline, a small band of Soviet soldiers held up an entire German division with armored support, for over one hundred days. The epic fight swung the tide of battle until the Red Army would surround and then destroy Hitler’s 6th Army—the same army that had conquered Poland, France, Yugoslavia, and Greece. This dramatic story unfolded in a city reduced to rubble, its inhabitants starving in cellars during the harshest of Russian winters. The men who fought and died to hold this building became national heroes, lauded by the Soviet news reports of the time, but the actual events were never revealed—until now. Drawing on newly discovered firsthand testimonies on both sides, as well as a revelatory unpublished memoir of a German commander, The Lighthouse of Stalingrad sheds new light on the pivotal episode in WWII that established Soviet supremacy and thus guaranteed Hitler’s defeat in the ruins of Berlin two years later. Filled with thrilling military action as well as a lively cast of characters, MacGregor’s meticulously researched work brings this battle to life as never before, making The Lighthouse of Stalingrad a new classic for World War II and history buffs everywhere.

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The Lighthouse of Stalingrad is a captivating and meticulously researched account of one of World War II's most crucial battles. Written by renowned historian and author Iain MacGregor, this thrilling book provides a vivid and detailed narrative of the epic siege that took place at the heart of the greatest battle in history. With its compelling storyline and extensive research, this book is a must-read for history enthusiasts and World War II buffs alike.

Experience the intense and brutal house-to-house fighting that unfolded in Stalingrad, where elite German and Russian troops fought for control. At the center of this high-stakes struggle was a key strategic building known as "The Lighthouse." In a remarkable feat, a small group of Soviet soldiers held their ground against an entire German division for over one hundred days. Their bravery and determination would ultimately turn the tide of the battle, leading to the defeat of Hitler's 6th Army and the eventual downfall of the Nazi regime.

Through the use of newly discovered firsthand testimonies and an unpublished memoir of a German commander, The Lighthouse of Stalingrad unveils the untold stories of the men who fought and died in this monumental battle. These national heroes, celebrated by Soviet news reports at the time, will now be fully appreciated by readers around the world. MacGregor's masterful storytelling and attention to detail bring this historic battle to life, taking you into the heart of the action and the chaos of war.

Don't miss out on this captivating and enlightening book that sheds new light on a pivotal episode in World War II history. Order your copy of The Lighthouse of Stalingrad today and immerse yourself in the dramatic events that shaped the course of the war. Discover the valor, sacrifice, and resilience of the soldiers who held The Lighthouse against all odds. Uncover the truth behind the Soviet supremacy and the downfall of Hitler. History buffs and enthusiasts alike will find this book to be a new classic, offering a deeper understanding of the war and its impact on the world.

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