5 Shocking Things You Didn’t Know About Operation Barbarossa - Mini Episode

Operation Barbarossa wasn’t just the largest invasion in history — it was a gamble filled with hidden failures that most people never hear about. In this mini episode, we break down 5 shocking things you didn’t know about Hitler’s attack on the Soviet Union, using colorized archival footage and the real story behind the Eastern Front. 📌 Watch the full-length Episode 17: Operation Barbarossa →    • North Africa Campaign: Rommel vs. Montgome...   📌 Start the WWII in Color playlist (1939–1942) →    • Why History Needs to Be Seen in Color   Chapters: 00:00 Cold Open 00:36 #1 Hitler Thought the USSR Would Fall in 6 Weeks 01:41 #2 The USSR's Endless Army Shocked Hitler 02:49 #3 Barbarossa Broke Down Months Before The Snow 03:34 #4 Winter Didn't Stop The Germans - Siberian Troops Did 04:34 #5 The Wrong Turn That Helped Hitler Lose The War If you’re enjoying the series, hit Subscribe to follow our full WWII timeline in color. More episodes drop every week. #WWII #WorldWar2 #OperationBarbarossa #HistoryInColor