FAQ About Joseph Stalin
What was Operation Barbarossa and how did it affect Stalin's leadership?
Operation Barbarossa was the code name for the Nazi Germany invasion of the Soviet Union launched on June 22, 1941. Initially, the operation caught Stalin and the Soviet Union by surprise, leading to significant territorial losses. However, it galvanized Soviet resistance and eventually led to a counter-offensive. Stalin's leadership during this period was critical in mobilizing Soviet resources for the war effort and ultimately repelling the invaders.
