Ep 8. Battle of Berlin

In season 2 episode 8 of Soviet Storm: World War II in the East, entitled "Battle of Berlin," viewers are taken to the final days of the war on the Eastern Front. The episode begins with the Soviet army making its way towards Berlin, the capital of Nazi Germany. The Soviet army, under the command of General Zhukov, has been on a successful offensive for months, driving the German army back towards Berlin.

The episode covers the fierce fighting that occurred as the Soviet army approached Berlin. Viewers will see how the German army put up a fierce resistance, fighting street by street, building by building, using every tactic at their disposal to push back the Soviet army. The episode covers the battles that occurred as the Soviets tried to cross the Oder River, and the fierce battle to capture the Seelow Heights, which had been heavily fortified by the Germans.

The episode also highlights the leadership of both the Soviet and German military. Viewers will see how Stalin and Hitler both played a significant role in the battle of Berlin, with Stalin giving the order to capture Berlin no matter the cost, and Hitler issuing direct orders to the German army. The episode covers how Hitler refused to allow his generals to abandon the city, even when it became clear that the battle was lost.

As the Soviet army pushes closer to Berlin, viewers will witness the horror and destruction caused by the war. The episode covers the millions of refugees fleeing the city, the bombings that destroyed entire neighborhoods, and the human toll of the conflict. Viewers will see how the Soviet army used tactics such as using flamethrowers to clear out bunkers and how the German army would intentionally target civilians in their panic to avoid defeat.

The episode culminates in the final battle for Berlin, which lasted from April 16 to May 2, 1945. Viewers will see how the Soviet army was able to encircle the city and launch a massive assault supported by artillery and air strikes. This battle was one of the most intense, brutal, and bloody battles of World War II. Over one million people lost their lives, including many civilians caught in the crossfire.

Despite the fierce resistance of the German army, the Soviet army was ultimately victorious. The episode covers the moment when the Soviet flag was planted on the Reichstag, marking the defeat of Nazi Germany. Viewers will see the aftermath of the battle, including the mass destruction of the city, the capture of Nazi leaders, and the efforts to rebuild Berlin.

Overall, season 2 episode 8 of Soviet Storm: World War II in the East, entitled "Battle of Berlin," offers a detailed and compelling account of one of the most significant battles of World War II. It highlights the bravery and sacrifice of soldiers on both sides of the conflict, as well as the horrific human toll of war. The episode covers the entire battle, from the initial approach to Berlin to the final assault, offering viewers a comprehensive view of this key moment in history.