Today in the Second World War

The 25th of July

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Hidden History
July 25, 2024

Welcome to our July 25 edition, where we continue to explore the significant events and compelling stories of World War II. In this issue, we delve into the acts of bravery, strategic decisions, and personal sacrifices that defined this monumental period. Our mission is to bring these historical moments to life, providing you with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the past. Thank you for joining us on this journey of discovery and remembrance, and for your dedication to preserving these important narratives.

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“Nationalist Socialist Germany wants peace because of its fundamental convictions. And it wants peace also owing to the realization of the simple primitive fact that no war would be likely essentially to alter the distress in Europe. The principal effect of every war is to destroy the flower of the nation. Germany needs peace and desires peace!” – May 21st, 1935 - Adolf Hitler

Labor

1941: General Paul von Kleist's 1st Panzer Group clashed with no fewer than six Soviet mechanised corps under the capable General Mikhail Kirponos in Ukraine. A sprawling tank battle, the largest of the war up to that point, swayed backwards and forwards across the steppes for four days, before superior German tactical handling and communications, plus their use of 88-mm guns, won the day. Kiponos was forced to retreat eastward towards Kiev.

German soldiers examining an abandoned Soviet BT-7 tank

Destruction

1945: While at Potsdam, Germany, US President Harry Truman issued instructions for the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Kokura, Niigata, or Nagasaki in Japan; the target date was set for some time after 3 Aug.

Harry Truman

Photo of the Day

Adolf Hitler flanked by Werner Mölders, Wilhelm Keitel, and Hermann Göring, Wolf's Lair, Rastenburg, East Prussia, Germany, 25 Jul 1941

Bonus Photo

B-29 Superfortress bombers near Mount Fuji, Japan, circa Jul 1945

As we conclude our July 25 edition, we hope the stories and insights shared have deepened your appreciation for the remarkable events and individuals of World War II. Your continued support and interest are essential in keeping these memories alive. Thank you for joining us in honoring and remembering the past. We look forward to bringing you more compelling narratives in our future issues. Until then, let's reflect on the lessons of history and celebrate the resilience and bravery of those who shaped our world.

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Recommended Books:

The Ghost That Died at Sunda Strait by W. G. Winslow

Recounting the last stand of the heavy cruiser Houston, this tale of survival brings to life the 1942 battle at Sunda Strait.

Lost at Guadalcanal: The Final Battles of the Astoria and Chicago as Described by Survivors and in Official Reports by John J. Domagalski

The dramatic account of two American warships in the South Pacific, this book follows the USS Astoria (CA–34) and USS Chicago (CA–29) during the late summer of 1942, when both participated in the early days of the critical battle for Guadalcanal. Drawing on a variety of firsthand accounts, some previously unpublished, the book tells the story from the perspective of the men aboard each ship, transporting readers inside the gun turrets, behind the lookout binoculars, and below deck as the battle rages. Individual stories of heroism, sacrifice and survival unfold as both vessels meet their fates in the South Pacific.

The Sinking of the Bismarck: The History of the Battle that Destroyed Nazi Germany’s Most Famous Battleship by Charles River Editors 

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