Since this has become somewhat of a historical discussion I will "brave the waters" and chime in while still keeping silent my political veiws. <img src="/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> The other big mistake with Hilter and the USSR was Hilter's attempt to try to fight a two-front war. The Germans simply didn't have the resources for it. Not to mention that the USSR is some very harsh land the Soviet soldiers were well "dug in" and well acustomed to harsh environment as well. I believe Hitler's ego got the best of him there (as well as other places) as is the case with many people who obtain such enormous influence and power over others.
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