Marshal of the Soviet Union Georgy Konstantinovich Zhukov remains a national hero in today’s Russia as the man who beat Hitler and saved both Russia and Europe from the Nazis. His reputation is that of a Russian patriot and an independent-minded general who remained a key figure in Stalin’s high command throughout the Great Patriotic War. Zhukov played a significant role in virtually all the principal battles on the Eastern Front during the Second World War – including Moscow; Leningrad; Stalingrad; Kursk and Berlin. It was Zhukov who formally accepted Germany’s unconditional surrender on 9 May 1945. In his post-war autobiography Zhukov chronicled his brilliant career as he saw it – and wanted it to be seen. His memoirs reveal the why and how of decision-making at the highest level of the Soviet command throughout the war; and his continued loyalty to the Soviet dictator despite being demoted after the war. Zhukov’s writing is a fascinating and invaluable source for anyone interested in the war on the Eastern Front and presents intriguing insights into Zhukov the man as well as Zhukov the military commander.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy BernaldA great read for added information of the history of religion.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Decent attempt at a history of a disorganized group of ...By John H. PerrottDecent attempt at a history of a disorganized group of non-connected groups who all aspired to "know" things that others do not. No secret mystery hidden knowledge here; just an attempt at a history of people who claimed they had some.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy CustomerAn eloquent narrative to a complex and long evolving ideology.
