In 1942 10 years before Putin was born, Hitler invaded Russia. 2 million
soldiers altogether fought in ckise proximity. Nearly all died or were injured. In addition, many civilians aiding the Russians were killed. Wave after wave of Rissian soldiers lay down their lives in battling the Nazis. The battle went
on for six months. In February of 1943 Russians won. It was the turning
point of the war in Europe. The invincible Nazis were vincible. 26 million
Russians died during WW2. More than any other nation, the Russian people
conquered Adolph Hitler.
The bravery of the Russians was aided by the same snows which
had helped them against Napoleon.