World War II Battle for Poznan, and Soviet Army arrives in Berlin in 1945

The transcript describes a significant military engagement where the Red Armies began a relentless artillery bombardment. On May 1st, Russian forces, including armor and infantry, pushed into the city. Despite being outnumbered, 500,000 German soldiers fiercely defended the city in a desperate attempt, battling in the streets and from rooftops.

What was the primary tactic used by the red armies during the initial phase of the battle?

• Guerrilla warfare

• Artillery bombardment

• Naval blockade

• Aerial bombardment

On which date did the Russian forces make significant progress into the city?

• April 30th

• May 1st

• May 2nd

• May 3rd

What was the main objective of the Russian forces on May 1st?

• To capture the city's outskirts

• To penetrate the heart of the city

• To secure the supply lines

• To negotiate a ceasefire

How many German soldiers were involved in the final defense efforts?

• 100,000

• 500,000

• 250,000

• 1,000,000

Where did the German soldiers primarily engage in combat during the final defense?

• In the open fields

• In the streets and rooftops

• On the beaches

• In the forests