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[Ranger68]

It was *economic* strength. The German economy was going to have a hard time against the *Soviet* economy, let alone the western allies.
From 1942 on, the Soviets were producing about ten times as many tanks as the Germans. That kind of difference was going to be hard for even the Luftwaffe to offset.

 

[Ranger68]

A terrible oversimplification, to the point that it's not only imprecise, it's inaccurate. LOTS of things go into how strong an economy is, not just oil. Even if the Germans had captured the Middle Eastern oilfields, and those of the Caucasus, their economy would not have overtaken the Allied economies. It also has to do with manpower, brainpower, technology, and access to *all kinds* of raw materials.

 

[danmand]

If the pro-western candidate is elected, the West should be reluctant to grant EU or Nato status to this Country as it will directly threaten Putin's position in his own Country and may cause him to do something we will all regret.

The TERB forums are widely read in the capitals of Europe.

 

[danmand]

Just allowing you to make a fool of yourself.

 

[Ranger68]

The TERB forums are widely read in the capitals of Europe.

LOL

 

[Ranger68]

Just allowing you to make a fool of yourself.

He doesn't need the help, danmand.

 

[Ranger68]

LOL
Very indicative post.

 

[danmand]

LOL