The heavy casualties, the constant retreat, the shortage of food and munitions, the difficulty of receiving reinforcements... all this had a very bad effect on morale. Many longed to get across the Volga, to escape the hell of Stalingrad.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Hardships like casualties and shortages hurt morale, making soldiers wish to escape the battle.
- In plain terms
- Bad conditions made soldiers want to leave the fight.
- What can you take from it?
- Poor conditions damage morale and desire to fight.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What boosts morale in tough times?
- How do commanders address suffering?
Another view
Some troops may remain committed despite hardships.
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