The 1943 battle of Kursk – and its present-day echoes
Peter Caddick-Adams explores the Second World War battle of Kursk – and its parallels with today's Russia-Ukraine conflict

Published: September 9, 2024 at 7:40 AM
Recent developments in the Russia-Ukraine war have seen Kursk make headlines – provoking parallels with the Second World War battle that took place in the region. But are such links helpful? And how important was the 1943 clash to the wider war? Matt Elton caught up with historian and author Peter Caddick-Adams to find out more.
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Matt EltonDeputy Editor, BBC History Magazine
Matt Elton is BBC History Magazine’s Deputy Editor. He has worked at the magazine since 2012 and has more than a decade’s experience working across a range of history brands.
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