2.2 - The Battle of Bautzen: Prelude to the Battle

An in-depth look at the strategic significance of Bautzen, with a
particular focus on how the city featured prominently in the
Soviet & German campaign plans for April 1945.
Plus, let’s meet the forces and
personalities who will be key players in the upcoming
fighting.

Map: Here is an overview of the German, Soviet &
Polish forces on the eve of the assault on Berlin, including the
major offensives which are launched as part of ‘Operation
Berlin’. (E.g. the Polish-Soviet offensive into Saxony, towards
Bautzen & Dresden.)

Map: Here is a map giving an overview of the
important towns, cities, and locations featured in the
series.

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