BERLIN: Endgame 1945

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An account of the ferocious climax to World War II and a chilling prologue to the Cold War. Details the Soviets' drive toward Berlin, the street-by-street battles that occurred through Seelow Heights. Explains how Stalin, fearful that the Western Powers would not honor their agreements, was determined to have boots on the ground to ensure his control of what would become the Soviet occupation zone. Contains 8-page plate section in black and white.