Biggest Encirclement in History: Battle of Kiev | Animated History

The video details the German invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941, focusing on the encirclement of Soviet forces in Kiev. Despite initial Soviet resistance, German forces successfully encircle and capture Kiev, leading to significant Soviet losses. The aftermath includes the massacre at Babi Yar and the strain on German resources, highlighting the beginning of cracks in the Nazi war machine.

How did the Soviet forces respond to the encirclement and what was the outcome?

What atrocities were committed by the Nazis against the Jewish population of Kiev?

What were the consequences of the Battle of Kiev for the Soviet Union?

How did the prolonged assault on Kiev affect the German invasion's momentum?