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The Strategic Failure of Operation Blau: A Comprehensive Analysis
Operation Blau in 1942 is often remembered as a bold German summer offensive aimed at capturing vital Soviet territories and resources. On the surface, it appeared successful—territories were gained, and initial advances seemed promising. However, a closer look reveals that Blau was ultimately a disastrous campaign that failed to achieve its strategic objectives, stretching German forces and logistics to breaking point. This article delves into why Operation Blau failed, uncovering the miscalculations, strategic misjudgments, and consequences that defined one of the pivotal moments of World War II on the Eastern Front.