Today in World War II History—August 7, 1943

German tanks taking a hill near Belgorod, Russia, 13 Aug 1943 (German Federal Archive: Bild 146-1975-080-22)

80 Years Ago—Aug. 7, 1943: Soviets launch offensive near Smolensk, Russia.

Fighting erupts between nationalists and communists in Shantung Province, China.

The post Today in World War II History—August 7, 1943 first appeared on Sarah Sundin.