Georgy Zhukov: General Of The Red Army And Hero Of The Soviet Union 

I read his book a year or two ago "Marshall Zhukov's greatest battles" and one of the passages I will always remember is where he states: "People look at our war with Germany and say "Oh well the Germans lost because the Russian winter is so cold" what those people always fail to remember is that we also fought in the same cold weather"

“Unfortunately, Zhukov has a history of being used by politicians for their own ends and then being thrown aside later.” Yeah him and every other soldier.

Legendary tactician, and even gets all the best lines in “The Death Of Stalin” “Right. I’m off to represent the entire Red Army at the buffet.”

"Right, what's a War hero got to do to get some lubrication around here?" ~ Georgy Zhukov

One part of this video really struck me. At one point, Zhukov describes being able to read Stalin’s mood by how he handled his pipe. He seemed especially sensitive to any sign that Stalin was about to become angry. This struck me because earlier in the video it’s revealed that Zhukov’s father was highly physically abusive. Now, I’m never going to condone child abuse, but I think it very likely that Zhukov’s experiences with one abusive father figure gave him important lessons that helped him to survive another one.

Got to give a guy credit. He beats the Japanese up so bad...Japan thinks it is a better idea to attack America rather than face Zhukov again lol

The man won Ww2, but arresting the man who ruined his life was his best moment lol.

Zhukov and Eisenhower's friendship is the OG Bromance

I love how Leonid Brezhnev just awarded himself hero of the Soviet Union 4 times while Zhukov actually earned his through his battlefield accomplishments.

12:13 *bursts into room with an AK* “Hands up or al shoot ya in tha fooken face!”

I’ve been to Moscow. There is a statue of Gen. Zhukov next to Red Square. He is still revered. Look for it if you are there.

"Why has the army been replaced by the NKVD all over moscow, I mean im smiling but im very fucking furious" -Georgy Zhukov

Out of the millions upon millions of soldiers in WW2, Zhukov probably bears more individual responsibility for the allied victory in WW2 then any other individual. It really is a shame that few people other than hardcore history buffs know his name today.

My neighbour met the general when he was 10 in poland Today he is 85 And remembers the General telling him he was only 2 hours away from entering Berlin He remembers this today sept 25 2020

One of the very few men to actually earn the wall of medals he wore in later life.

I loved his character in "The Death of Stalin".

he's wonderfully played by Jason Isaacs in The Death Of Stalin - well worth watching

Well, no wonder he's regarded by the russians as the greatest military mastermind. He saved Leningrad, Moscow and Stalingrad.

America had Patton Britain had Montgomery Germany had Rommel Japan had Yamamoto and Russia had Zhukov

In a video describing Stalins private life and family it was said that Stalins daugther warned Zhukov about a trap Stalin had set for Zhukov during the victorys parade. It was orignal planed such that Stalin himself schuld had ride in the front of the troops on a white horse. However the horse was harsh to ride and trown Stalin of the sadle and injuried him so he could not ride. So without telling Zhukov of this he gave the parade to Zhukov to made a fool of him when the white horse would kick off Zhukov too in the middle of the parade. However because of the warning from Stalins daugther Zhukov was prepared for the wild horse and was able to handle the horse so he wasnt kicked of. This irritated Stalin according Stalins daughter.

This episode is not brought to you by the letter "Ж".

16:09 - Brezhnev's weapons grade eye brows never cease to amaze.

"Out with it Georgy! Staging a coup here."

If he were to be in the West, the media would've made him a Hero beyond belief. His achievements are history - defining. The people of the ex USSR must appreciate and acknowledge his role in WW2.

That was good. In Russia i saw a wonderful painting of Zhukov on a white horse in Red Square trampling the insignia and flags of the Third Reich.

Marshal Zhukov's orders: SERVE ME BERLIN ON A PLATE!

My heart was touched when his wife help him through his memoirs until its finished, then passed away.. must've been a final blow to Zhukov, God let him to go with her not long after..

There needs to be a TV series on Marshal Zhukov - actually 2. One for each set of balls.

My grandfather serverd under Marshal Zhukov, I get emotional when I watch this bio. Thank you !

Nice country you got there. It would be shame if someone were to split it in half. -Georgy Zhukov

Ike learned that he was an avid fisherman. He gave him a tackle box as a gift. His wife Galina said he used it the rest of his life and it was one of his most prized possessions.

You sounded genuinely saddened when you covered his death there. Not that you usually sound insensitive otherwise but it is good to know that, despite decades of antimony ingrained in us all by the Cold War and their memories, you still feel the human side of this story.

Press F to pay respects to all the names butchered in this video.

I think you might be confusing a lot of people by mixing up the world wars.

Zhukov had mental toughness in adversity, never showing signs of a nervous break down that can happen when you are losing a battle, more so after successive losses. This is important because when the general shows the slightest signs of being defeated, everyone below quickly picks up on it. He understood the principles of concentration and envelopment. However, he had to work with a poorly trained army, and kept to limited objectives during Stalingrad, learn to walk before attempting to run. Later, one of his staff officers to Zhukov that he was too predictable in his plans. A German deserter turned up shortly, saying based on observed Soviet preparations, everyone knew when, where and how the attack would develop.

Russian history is so fascinating. I've always been interested in history, just now learning more about Russian (and Soviet Union) history.

"Right you ladies enjoy yourselves. I'm off to represent the entire red army at the buffet"

We need one on Josip Broz Tito. The man with balls of steel who turned a small guerila movement into the fourth military force in Europe, and then stood up to Stalin when the rest of the world stood silent in fear of the Iron Curtain.

Zhukov has won the war against military giant Nazy Germany,greatest war machine ever,so it deserves respect

Was a bit confused how Stalin seemed so reasonable through Zhukov's lense. Stalin becomes paranoid that Zhukov is gaining too much power, recalls him home to face charges of disloyalty and exiles him to a remote posting, possibly only not having him killed because he was too popular among the Russian people. Phew, there's the Stalin we all hate and know.

stop confusing WW1 and WW2 :D

Please make a video about Konstantin K. Rokossovsky

Great video although it brushed over World War II a bit...it went straight from Barbarossa to Berlin...I wish the video briefly discussed Zhukov’s role in the pivotal battles of Moscow, Stalingrad and Kursk to help build up to the climactic Red Army Victory in 1945. This video makes me wish George Zhukov became leader of the Soviet Union after WWII. That might have provided a unique opportunity for detente during the Cold War and possibly even reforming the Soviet system.

Spot on Simon. Well researched as always Well played sir

I appreciate your videos. They aren't perfect, but you are a helpful person.

Please do Kaiser Wilhelm II

"He encircled?" "Dump it." BOG pilled.

Jason Isaacs' portrayal of Zhukov in The Death of Stalin was epic. And the Yorkshire accent very fitting.

Zhukov was in many ways similar to Grant. He was not above using his numerical advantage to grind down an opponent, he had a martial spirit, and both of them eventually ended up on top. Zhukov ironically did the most for the USSR in WW2 before the German invasion, by his decisive win at Ghalkin Gol. That victory led Japan to never fight the USSR on land, thus freeing up the massive Siberian force reserves for the defense of Moscow. They arrived and were deployed just in time to save the capital. His expertise was called upon thereafter at every major conflict area. His final assault on Berlin won the race against his fellow Russian generals, his force taking the Reichstag.

Oddest summary of Zhukov's life I have ever seen, since it leaves out Zhukov's role in WWII! How could you discuss Zhukov without mentioning Stalingrad?

thank you so much!

Thank you for posting this, I never knew.

Marshall Zhukov's orders: serve me Berlin on a plate!

Zhukov asked the Soviet government that he could have a Orthodox Christian funeral but the government denied.

The myth that the Soviet Union carelessly threw away soldiers is entirely unjustified. They did use mass infantry wave attacks, but it was done at very specific points on the front lines, were designed to maximise speed and utilise surprise. They were actually part of a very sophisticated and highly effective strategy, one that German officers were known to praise and they were genuinely glad that the Western Allies never adopted them.

I wonder if Rommel and Zhukov had gotten along if they had ever met each other. And if Rommel had actually survived the war

We, people of ex-soviet union know him as a hero not just for his role in victory of war with Nazi Germany but also how he effectively fought against Odessian(Ukraine) mafia after the war. He cleaned the city from bloody powerful criminals in very short time. Even Stalin himself was shocked with his methods how to deal with well organized powrfull street criminals. All his life was about fighting against some evil powers who deserved to be completely destroyed. And he won all of his battles.

Thank you , I was really hoping you would make a segment on zukhov.

Fascinating stuff: thanks for posting

Thank you! What a great video.

I recall a programme called Great Commanders and there were only six of them in history, Alexander the Great set the ball rolling followed by Julius Caesar we then got to Admiral Nelson with Napoleon next in the list, then came a real surprise Ulysses S. Grant (why, he`s not even in the same league) and last but not least Georgy Zhukov. All their careers were taken apart by military historians either at West Point or Sandhurst and they all agreed he was the greatest General of World War 2 no other General on either side came close to Zhukov`s successes, saving Moscow, saving Leningrad, saving Stalingrad, kicking German ass at Kursk and finally taking Berlin ending the war. A truly exceptional Commander who taught the Wehmacht a lesson the Germans will never forget.

Clown: Hiya Georgy Zhukov: Sends in the red army

Great choices of music in those small transitions, Let's Go and The Cossacks are some of my favourites.

Excellent as always!

Would you ever consider doing a video on Heinz Guderian? I love your format and would enjoy a comprehensive look at the man.

Unpopular opinion: Zhukov could have eaten Patton for breakfast.

Great series. I enjoy every episode.

Excellent content. Subscribed!

Thanks for covering so much of history. Here in the US I didn't hear much about the different Nazi and Soviet leaders, which left many facts about WWII hidden because I wasn't getting the whole story about the different players. Keep up the good work.

Dwight D Eisenhower and Georgy Zhukov. Two of my favorite generals.

Excellent video

Thanking You - For a GOOD recount of Georgy Zhukov.

Really like this channel. Also the narrator's voice is cool 😊

He was a great man and a true military legend. R.I.P

Love these condensed history lessons!

MARSHAL ZHUKOV'S ORDERS, "SERVE ME BERLIN ON A PLATE"

I'd love to see you do an episode on Thomas Sankara. He's pretty interesting right up until his assassination. Plus, that was a really dynamic time in Africa's history as well as being pawns in the Cold War.

super commentary sir

Brezhnev's unibrow was legendary.

Please make a video about Carl Gustaf Emil Mannerheim.

Im obsessed with Russian Empire and former Soviet Union. (I'm 🇺🇸) I have no idea why. Great video!

this channel is awesome!!!!

Excellent production. Todays generals, in all countries, could learn a lot from this man.

I’ve always admired Zhukovs tactics for combined arms warfare. The way that he utilized aircraft, artillery, armour and infantry was amazing at the time, and to me was even superior to the German Blitzkreig tactics. I mean, when the Russians utilized it, it was hard to counter. We saw it time and again, from Khalkhin Gol to Operation Uranus to the battle of Kursk to Berlin. Even today you can see the framework of Zhukovs tactical doctrine in Russia’s military today. Their faith in artillery and ground strike aircraft in conjunction with fast moving tanks and motorized infantry. He was a truly great tactician.

*Marshall Zhukov’s orders:* *_SERVE ME BERLIN ON A PLATE!_* Disregard the losses The city is ours to take!

Really enjoyed this. I have to admit he was always been the most interesting general of WWII, for me anyway.

16:12 those brows! Rudolf Hess eat your heart out!!!

When are you gonna take the demonitization hit and do Adolf Hitler? You already did people like Kim and Himmler, cmon guys!!!

Biographics. Would you please consider doing a video about the late actor Pete Duel. Thank You.

Simon, Another fantastic, informative video. Well done!!! Simon, try to find a shirt that fits you better.

Nice Video '

Eisenhower's account in his memoirs of his few meetings with Zhukov after the war are so sad. A shadow of his former self, broken and afraid to ever speak freely.

Great man, one of my best friends.

Thank you for your service sir and God bless you.

Very nice lecture Professor 👌✌️

Just 2 things I'd like to say: Zhukov said that about Stalin's character and behavior, but he was later known to say that he came to enjoy Stalin's fiery Georgian behavior, since the stereotypes were very believed during Soviet times. Also the narrator said that Zhukov took pleasure in arresting Beria. IF HE DID I don't blame him, for one reason. Beria was a disgusting human being, EVERYONE on Stalin's circle and the high places of the party and military KNEW things like Beria would have his chauffer driving around Moscow and have his bodyguards kidnap young women who walked on the street. Those women were raped and abused by Beria whether they resisted or not, if they resisted of course they were shot and thrown on the street after being raped. Beria would often frame other party members or his own employees by planting evidence at their homes if he was feeling jealous of them or wanted to have sex with their women. The result often being both employee or party member and wife dead. He also had a thing for embezzlement. Many knew of this but wouldn't raise a finger or their voices because not only Beria had Stalin's ear and was his lackey dog, but also because he was the chief of the NKVD, obviously. So if Zhukov took pleasure from getting rid of a monster like this, I don't blame him, who wouldn't? Another reason why he may have taken pleasure of is the long known rivalry between army and intelligence branches. Beria liked to puff his chest and claim that many of the victories from the army were because of the NKVD's findings and spies, which was totally off, during the war the NKVD was mostly there to discipline, arrest or assassinate soldiers who showed cowardice, strong opinionated view or stated disagreement with the Party's ideas. This irked many military officers, which were short on personnel since the early days of the war, as the NKVD people would take prisoners or kill any officers or soldiers they suspected. It is often said that a dictator isn't as bad as the people around him, and in this case I'd say it's true. Stalin was a monster, no doubt. But Beria was worse, like a feral dog with rabies, and Khrushev was a master manipulator who would aggrandize his role in the war, while at the same time minimizing his role in the Holodomor, the Ukranian famine from the mid 1930s.

alright Mr. Biographics. Waiting for Marquis de sade

Excellent video, as usual. I would be interested to see Nikolay Kuznetsov or Sergei Gorshkov in the future.

the memories of zhukov are amazing to read.

Very good video, thanks. I never knew about Georgy Zhukov. Btw, has anyone told you, you look like James Corbett? The Canadian journalist RU-vidr that lives in Japan?