Introduction

The Red Army belonged to the Russian Soviet Republic and later the Soviet Union.

Background

It was established in January 1918 by the Bolshevik government, led by figures like Leon Trotsky, to defend the new Soviet state during the Russian Civil War and against external threats.

The Red Army played a crucial role in maintaining Soviet power and was a key component of the Soviet Armed Forces until it was renamed the Soviet Army in 1946.

The Red Army played a crucial role in World War II, primarily in defeating the Axis powers on the Eastern Front.

After initially suffering severe losses during the German invasion in 1941, the Red Army regrouped and launched significant counteroffensives, such as the Battle of Moscow and the pivotal Battle of Stalingrad, which marked a turning point in the war by encircling and defeating German forces.

The Red Army’s relentless push westward eventually led to the liberation of Eastern Europe and culminated in the capture of Berlin in 1945, contributing significantly to the Allied victory.

Key leaders of the Red Army included:
  

Leon Trotsky

As the People’s Commissar for War, Trotsky was instrumental in organizing and leading the Red Army during the Russian Civil War. He was known for his strategic brilliance and ability to inspire troops.
  

Vladimir Lenin

Although not directly a military leader, Lenin’s leadership of the Bolsheviks provided the political direction and drive necessary for the Red Army’s success during the Civil War.
 

Joseph Stalin

Later, Stalin played a significant role in shaping the Red Army, particularly through purges that removed many senior officers, impacting its effectiveness during World War II.

History made by Red Army

The Red Army played a pivotal role in the capture of Berlin, marking the final major offensive of World War II in Europe. The operation began on April 16, 1945, with massive Soviet forces attacking from the north, east, and south. The Red Army encircled Berlin after successful battles at Seelow Heights and Halbe, effectively cutting off German defenses. Led by Marshals Georgy Zhukov and Ivan Konev, the Soviet forces engaged in intense urban warfare, gradually taking control of the city street by street.

Conclusion

The capture of Berlin culminated in Hitler’s suicide on April 30and the city’s surrender on May 2, 1945.

It is wished that Russia follows the path of Former USSR and walk on path of peace with its neighbors as its ancestors did to fight for their land and rights.