On the last day of 1942, German surface ships launched a surprise attack on Allied convoy JW-51B heading to the Soviet Union.

Interestingly, it was the Kriegsmarine, with their larger force, that was on the attack—meaning that many of the advantages should have gone to them. British warships were charged with defending ...

Here’s What You Need to Remember: Due to Hitler’s vindictive and wrathful nature, he was unable to recognize his own responsibility in a minor military setback, and instead lashed out at ...