🚢 The Arctic Convoys: Lifeline to the Soviet Union 🚢

Between 1941 and 1945, the Allies conducted a series of dangerous supply missions known as the Arctic Convoys to deliver essential supplies to the Soviet Union. These convoys navigated the treacherous Arctic waters, traveling from the United Kingdom, Iceland, and North America to Soviet ports like Murmansk and Archangelsk. The ships faced extreme cold, icebergs, and constant threats from German U-boats and aircraft. Despite these dangers, the convoys successfully delivered millions of tons of vital war materials, including tanks, planes, and ammunition, which were crucial for the Soviet war effort on the Eastern Front. The courage and resilience of the convoy crews played a significant role in sustaining the Soviet Union and contributed to the eventual defeat of Nazi Germany. ❄️⚓

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