Russia's War by Richard Overy
A History of the Soviet War Effort, 1941–1945
A concise, panoramic account of the Soviet Union's struggle and transformation during the Great Patriotic War, tracing how initial catastrophic defeats gave way to massive mobilization of industry, manpower and state resources that ultimately produced military victory. It combines military analysis of key campaigns and battles with political, economic and social history, showing how central planning, evacuation of industry, partisan warfare and civilian sacrifice supported the Red Army's resurgence. The narrative examines leadership decisions, wartime propaganda and repression, and the heavy human cost, while placing the Soviet war effort in global and ideological context and assessing its long-term impact on Soviet society and international standing.
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- 1997
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- British
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- English
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