The Battle of KURSK

New Release! The Battle of KURSK Author(s) :Igor Donchik, Daniele Guglielmi & Mario Pieri Language:English text Format:Softcover Dimensions:8.5" x 11" Pages:156 pages Photos:b+w wartime photos and color profiles Maps:Some maps Publisher:AMMO USA ISBN:9788419665195 Item No. AMIG-6277 The Battle of Kursk was a key World War II battle between the forces of Germany and the Soviet Union in the Kursk area during the summer of 1943. It was the largest armoured battle in history, involving hundreds of thousands of soldiers and thousands of armoured vehicles. The German offensive Operation Citadel was halted by tenacious Soviet resistance and their superior numbers. This battle marked a turning point in the conflict, beginning the steady retreat of the German forces on the Eastern Front, with the strategic initiative passing to the Soviets for the remainder of the war. This book combines the historical account with period photos and a large number of full-colour pro