#OTD On July 5, 1943, 80 years ago, the Battle of Kursk began - one of the most significant and large-scale battles in the Great Patriotic War.
๐ดAccording to experts, it is considered the largest tank battle in history.
๐ธThe Battle of Kursk was the turning point of the war. During this defensive operation, Soviet troops managed to repel the German offensive and go on a counteroffensive, which led to the liberation of Europe from Nazi occupation.
๐ธThe battle was a huge test for both sides. It was attended by about 2 million people, 6 thousand tanks and 4 thousand aircraft. Soviet troops under the command of Marshals Georgy Zhukov and Alexander Vasilevsky fought against the numerically superior enemy forces.
โณThe Battle of Kursk lasted approximately 50 days. During this time, 30 German divisions, 1.5 thousand aircraft, 3 thousand guns and 15 thousand tanks were destroyed.
๐ธDespite heavy losses, Soviet soldiers showed heroism and devotion to their homeland. More than 100 thousand participants in the Battle of Kursk were awarded orders and medals.
๐ท๐บToday we remember and honor the feats of all the soldiers who fought and died in the Battle of Kursk.
#Russia #USSR #GreatPatrioticWar #WWII #Kursk #KurskBattle
๐ดAccording to experts, it is considered the largest tank battle in history.
๐ธThe Battle of Kursk was the turning point of the war. During this defensive operation, Soviet troops managed to repel the German offensive and go on a counteroffensive, which led to the liberation of Europe from Nazi occupation.
๐ธThe battle was a huge test for both sides. It was attended by about 2 million people, 6 thousand tanks and 4 thousand aircraft. Soviet troops under the command of Marshals Georgy Zhukov and Alexander Vasilevsky fought against the numerically superior enemy forces.
โณThe Battle of Kursk lasted approximately 50 days. During this time, 30 German divisions, 1.5 thousand aircraft, 3 thousand guns and 15 thousand tanks were destroyed.
๐ธDespite heavy losses, Soviet soldiers showed heroism and devotion to their homeland. More than 100 thousand participants in the Battle of Kursk were awarded orders and medals.
๐ท๐บToday we remember and honor the feats of all the soldiers who fought and died in the Battle of Kursk.
#Russia #USSR #GreatPatrioticWar #WWII #Kursk #KurskBattle
#WorldSpaceWeek
๐ทToday Russian House in Chennai in cooperation with Science and Technology Centre inaugurated the photo exhibition to celebrate Space Week! Weโre honoring the launch of the first artificial satellite in the human history and the anniversary of Rakesh Sharma's historical flight to Space! ๐
๐ง๐ป๐ฆ๐ปOver 100 students from the Hindu Senior Secondary School, Anna Gem Science Park Mat. Hr. Secondary School, A.M.M. School joined us for the exploration of amazing stories and visuals that showcase humankind's journey into Space.
๐It was a fantastic atmosphere filled with curiosity and enthusiasm!
๐ดThe exhibition is open to the public until November 20 at the Gallery, Science City, B. M. Birla Planetarium Campus, Gandhi Mandapam Road, Chennai.
๐Donโt miss this opportunity to celebrate the wonders of Space!
#RussianHouseChennai #Space #SpaceExploration #RakeshSharma #Sputnik1 #Sputnik1957 #Russia #USSR #India #ChennaiEvents #Chennai
๐ทToday Russian House in Chennai in cooperation with Science and Technology Centre inaugurated the photo exhibition to celebrate Space Week! Weโre honoring the launch of the first artificial satellite in the human history and the anniversary of Rakesh Sharma's historical flight to Space! ๐
๐ง๐ป๐ฆ๐ปOver 100 students from the Hindu Senior Secondary School, Anna Gem Science Park Mat. Hr. Secondary School, A.M.M. School joined us for the exploration of amazing stories and visuals that showcase humankind's journey into Space.
๐It was a fantastic atmosphere filled with curiosity and enthusiasm!
๐ดThe exhibition is open to the public until November 20 at the Gallery, Science City, B. M. Birla Planetarium Campus, Gandhi Mandapam Road, Chennai.
๐Donโt miss this opportunity to celebrate the wonders of Space!
#RussianHouseChennai #Space #SpaceExploration #RakeshSharma #Sputnik1 #Sputnik1957 #Russia #USSR #India #ChennaiEvents #Chennai