DURING WORLD WAR II, GERMAN FORCES REACHED THE SUMMIT OF EUROPE’S TALLEST MOUNTAIN

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Join us as we explore a little-known episode from World War II: the audacious climb of Mount Elbrus by German forces. In 1942, Nazi mountain troops embarked on the Elbrus Raid, scaling Europe’s highest peak to achieve a symbolic triumph. Uncover the reasons behind this bold endeavor and its effects on wartime morale. Learn about the roles of Captain Heinz Groth and Major Ernst von Leyser in this extraordinary mission, culminating in the Nazi flag being planted at the summit. Discover how this event became a striking display of German prowess in an unexpected arena.
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this is a very cheerful and pleasant story. so why the weird creepy music?

thenoticerofthe
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as unnecessary a German action as the Maus tank

ИгорьФинов-ху
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I've read that Hitler was not impressed

walteredwards
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Hmmm, nonsensical move, it seems to me.

anthonyemelio
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the highest Mountain in Europa is the Mount Blanc dumpa... 😂

manfredkroniger
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Maybe just like a propaganda mission...

ZiErtrouble
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Interesting story. Never read about this 🫶👍

Optical_Nerd