Vassili Zaitsev tells about sniper duel with Major Koenig
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- Zaitsev almost made it to Berlin but was wounded at Seelow Heights in 1945,he quickly recovered and finished the war on the Dniestr. Stalin was interested in Zaitsev and ordered him to write a report,Stalin had this report published in section 1 of the Red Army field manual.
Zaitsev made a quoate- In Stalingrad the German officer corps was beheaded".
Bio"-Captain Vassili Grigorevich Zaitsev (Russian: Василий Григорьевич Зайцев) (March 23, 1915December 15, 1991) was a Soviet sniper during World War II, notable particularly for his activities between October 1942 and and January 1943 during the Battle of Stalingrad. He killed 242 soldiers and officers of the Wehrmacht and other Axis armies, including 11 enemy snipers, but the real number may be much higher,some argue it might have been as many as 500. Prior to November 10, he had already killed 40 Axis soldiers with the standard-issue Mosin-Nagant rifle. His military rank at the time was Junior Lieutenant.
Zaitsev was born in Yeleninskoye and grew up in the Ural Mountains. His surname Zaitsev has the same root as the word "hare" (zayats) in Russian. Before going to Stalingrad, he served in the Russian Navy as a clerk but upon reading about the brutality of the fighting in Stalingrad, he volunteered for front-line duty. Zaitsev served in the 1047th Rifle Regiment of the 284th Rifle Division of the 62nd Army. He is notable for having participated in the Battle of Stalingrad. There, Zaitsev set up a snipers' training school in the Metiz factory; it was run by Zaytsev. The snipers Zaytsev trained were nicknamed zaichata, meaning "leverets" (baby hares). Antony Beevor wrote in Stalingrad that this was the start of the "sniper movement" in the 62nd Army. Conferences were arranged to spread the doctrine of "sniperism" and exchange ideas on technique and principles that were not limited to marksmanship skills. It is estimated that the snipers Zaytsev trained killed more than 3,000 enemy soldiers.
Zaitsev took part in the battle for Stalingrad until January 1943, when he suffered an injury to his eyes from a mortar attack. He was attended to by Professor Filatov, who is credited with restoring his sight. On February 22, 1943 Zaitsev was awarded the title Hero of the Soviet Union. He then returned to the front and finished the war on the Dniestr River with the military rank of Captain. After the end of the war, Zaitsev visited Berlin, where he met friends who served with him. After the war, Zaitsev managed a factory in Kiev, and remained in that city until he died at the age of 76 after suffering from a disease.
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The telescopic sight from (Konig's) rifle, Zaytsev's most treasured trophy, is still exhibited in the Moscow armed forces museum today
His k/d ratio is higher than yours
no quick scoping, either
Simo hayha has the best k/d ratio. 700 kills, 1 death
@@zach7372 death doesn't count since it was out of combat
@General William T. Sherman Simo Häyhä noted himself that he killed over 500 russians u moron
@@zach7372 he killed about 500 but close enough
much respect to the man who so defended his country gallantly
they fought as slaves of stalin. look at hat ussr left for his people. nothing.
they didn't fight for Stalin they fought for their lives & the lives of there comrades, and i just showed respect for him for defending his country which any brave man would do. I don't give a fuck about who was a slave and what Stalin left for his people i know he was a bloodthirsty bastard the one man who was worse than him was Mao Zedong but that's for the history lesson PAL!
Jonathan Whitekiller well said ...
Jonathan Whitekiller Could not say it better my self
Jonathan Whitekiller fight for a country that is basicly occupied by bolshevics>? wow that was smart. they technecly died for communist idea that fucked russia . he is a slave
The man is a LEGEND. When you take into account the climate, the dreadful shortages and privations AND the relatively basic weapons and equipment they had, those Russian soldiers were supermen.
@Gazzara5 That's actually not entirely accurate. Before the Americans entered the war, they provided weapons, ammo and artillery to the British, because they ran out In early stages of the war. The Russians didn't have very many weapons or ammo. That's why some soldiers were given only rifles and others just ammo without the rifle. The allies owe the Russians for weaking Germany. It was Hitlers cockiness that made him turn on the Soviet union and betray and attack them. That was his biggest mistake in the war. By the time the US joined, the British were losing and the Russians had already turned the tides of the war. Stalin was responsible for 10s of millions of death during his regime. Ordering his officers to kill any who retreated. The Soviet soldiers also did unspeakable horror to the Polish after the war was won. But they were extremely strong soldiers! They fought very well for as little as they had!
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@Gazzara5 There wasn't plenty of ammunition and supplies in 1942.
@@brandondornan9524 Exactly that's what "allies" means though it was a collective effort of countries helping each other out. I dont understand why there is so much animosity about who helped who they were all fighting on the same side and helped each other mutually and in different ways. Again: "ALLIED" clue is in the word.
@@transnistria4237 Allies, were Britian, France, Canada and Australia, a few other countries. Stalin would of been happier if Hitler never turned on him, he would of been apart of the Axes if Hitler let him. Russia were our "allie" because they had no other choice. Though, allies never sent troops or weapons to back them up. They were entirely on their own. It was the Russians who weakened the Nazi's far before we entered the war. The British were barely staying a float, because they still had an excellent airforce, and we were supplying them with weapons, pilots, and ammunition. The Nazi's defeated France (the most powerful military in world at the time), in 6 weeks. Hitler embarrassingly underestimated the Russians and the Russian climate.
Wow!He looks exactly like Jude Law......
😂😂😂😂😂😂
Ahh I see you mean the movie "Enemy at the Gates 2001".
But Jude Law is a lil bit baldy today😂😂😂
😂😂😂...stop
Great sarcasm!!
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A true hero. Not only to "the motherland", but to all snipers everywhere. SALUTE!
Hes a hero to the soviet people and the motherland
I have great respect for him. Not only was he an exceptional sniper, but he came up with numerous marksmen/sniper tactics that are still in use today.
The white death may have more kills, but he didn't change the face of the modern battlefield like vassili zaitsev.
How do you know
The white death was also picking off russians in like 1938 or somthing, the red army didnt get its shit togther becuase of stalins officer purges tell like 1942. I'd imagine it was alot easier picking off poorly led commies, then the battle hardened veterans of the nazi 6th army, vasely all day lol
@@12saltandvinegar it was. The only time the white death had a sniper duel was the time he lost his lower jaw to an explosive bullet
@@themanformerlyknownascomme777 amazed he lived
@@tacomas9602 he was literally out for the rest of the war.
This gentleman defended his country and his people, and deserves respect from everyone.
Source WP:
Colonel Donald Paquette of the U.S. Sniper School was present and laid a wreath as a sign of respect to a legendary sniper. U.S. Army News quoted Colonel Paquette:
"Vasily Zaytsev is a legend and every American sniper must memorize his tactics and methods. He is a legend amongst snipers. May he rest in peace."
Would you say the same about an Iraqi sniper?
King Chibot
Anyone who defends his/her country,family, wealth against the invading vermin.
this man is a bubble. like all Muscovite history
@@kingchibot7923 well think about it this way. Not only is Vasily a sniper that shot and killed over 200 people he was A Soviet citizen/Soldier so did your Iraqi sniper have over 200 kills and defend his country from fascist invaders who were trying to take over the world?
@@Thezfor, US invaders who destroyed, sacked and killed thousands of civillians in Iraq. It's a pity there were not a handful of Iraqi resistance Zaitsevs to pay back.
Well... Zaitsev was a really badass guy.
Ensolo
He's ranked a Hero of the Soviet Union/ Captain
Ensolo Comrade Zaitsev
hero of the soviet union is one of the highest ranks
Russian Simo Hayha
Ensolo Story is COMPLETE BULLSHIT. FUCKING PEOPLE WILL BELIEVE ANY OLD DUMBASS STORY THESE DAYS. FROM LYING ASS BACKWARDS RUSSIANS THAT NEVER IN THIER LIVES EVER TOLD THE TRUTH. It was WAR TIME PROPAGANDA IDIOT!
watching enemy at the gates now!
Just got done watching it 😂💪🏽🇷🇺
But in the movie he die !
No man
a little about this dumb movie in english..
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First time I watched this movie was when medal of honor was released lol
Outstanding!! This man is the stuff legends are made of, and one helluva Patriot!
He survived the war
No shit
Lamao eksdi
This guy is a pro at noscoping, quickscoping and hardscoping.
It's nice to see a hero like Kvasili emerging from the hell of war, still alive
I've wondered for long time what he looked like, so great to actually see this very brave man!!
I'm a Vet. I've been to war twice. I respect this man. Thank you for posting this video.
James2758433
Are you an American sir? If so the republic thanks you for your brave service. You are truly the best of us.
America is commiting genocide on several nations throughout their tiny 200some year history.Yet every single person on earth concentrates on the "facts" against america's enemies, being, most of the time, fake facts created and "authorized" by the media and the current human species' stupidity.So fucking sad...
american vet are shit compared to this guy..you guys are fucking chumps lmao
Hahahahaha.......who cares about you! The Government until today are bullying the rest of the world. Thank god there are other countries against them. If not, the whole world will be called United Shit of Assholes.
You fellas need to chill out he been fighting for his Countrys cause, even if his countrys government is bad it doesn't mean you have to upright spit on his face.
This is the real Vassili? Wow!
an innocent question: why is the english voice over so ridiculous in tone?
British people
Kaylee Rhodes They gave you a language....
And the Egyptians created the first flavored lube, what's your point :)
bento barreirinhas because in 2009 people though other wanted that
Kaylee Rhodes all the languages come from Greek .
It takes nothing away from this man's incredible heroism that he fought in Stalin's army.
He did what he had to do to repel an armed invasion of his homeland, and his expert marksmanship and skills using what even then was a rather marginal rifle (the Mauser 98 that the Germans used was and still is a superb rifle) are the gold standard aspired to by all snipers today.
You can bet that Carlos Hathcock and Chris Kyle new his name well and studied every aspect of his tactics and marksmanship in minute detail.
Enemy At The Gates, great movie about him and the war.
NightmaresDream awful unhistorical film, like the real definition of shame
NightmaresDream The German film Stalingrad from 1993 is brilliant. Much better than enemy at the gates. I was really looking forward to the new Russian version that came out recently, but my hopes for a great film were crushed in a matter of minutes. Just awful. The Russian film makers should have been shot for treason. I'm sure the Kremlin would still have that power.
MrRandyMike wasn't a bad movie. Not to mention it based on a book. Never claims to accurate
Polpiv4tifish Stalingrad was made before enemy at the gates.That german film is old.Enemy at the gates was made in 2001.Stalingrad was made in 1993
+MrRandyMike its a fictional account of what happened
A German sniper named "Major König" has never existed in the German army. This ist a true story and a fiction...
That's a nickname, you twat
@@proudtitanicdenier4300 😂 sorry
@Sjors Proof?
Proud Titanic Denier Simple google search will tell you that it’s not true
Soviet propaganda.
You are an inspiration Sir. God bless your Soul
Anyone who survived fighting at Stalingrad was a superb fighter. But few fighters who thrived in this hell are noting short of supermen. Zaitrsev was one of those Supermen.
Long live Vassili Zaitsev, he was an awesome sniper.
I am not a communist at all, but I applaud the work of Vasily Zaitsev. When the nazis fought a race war against the people of the Soviet Union, the people had to fight back, even if they hated their government. When the nazis carried out genocidal policies against Ukrainians and Russians, they did not ask about political beliefs before shooting people.
***** HALT! For you that means Haldol, Alprazolam, Lorazepam, Thorazine. Are you Bipolar? You sound it! Go back on your medications!
Yea right, communists were as bad as the nazis, if not worse. TBH if i had to decide to live either under stalin or Hitler, i would have chosen hitler back then it was terrible in stalin russia and if you speak of genocide against ukrainans stalin should be the first you have to name and not the nazis lol
Ukrainians were nazis lol. Soviets were the ones cleansing of ukrainians
+potato pop
I don't really like Ukraine but most of Ukrainians fought for the Red Army. I could also point out towards Vlasov and claim Russians were Nazis. That wouldn't really be factually correct though.
Actually it was the russians that carried out genocidal policies against the Ukrainians... Go to Ukraine one of these days and ask around what they hate the most over there, nazism or communism!
Thank you for sharing this, Zaitsev is a legend in sniping just like Simo Häyhä here in Finland, they were pioneers that no one in modern world can ever match, they didnt have written information or hanbooks to rely on and they had to be one with the rifle and with all circumstances to make the shot, a shot that made them the one leaving the scene alive, and these guys made several hundred of those shots, I own a 91/30PU rifle from year 1942 and there is something magical in these rifles despite their numeral inferiority because I have won several competitions with this old worn out rifle against much more advanced rifles in historical sniper rifle competitions.
Thank You Vassili Zaitsev for your courage in the defense of the Russian Motherland.
Vassili Zaitsev is said to have killed 242 Axis soldiers and officers.
Yeah y
Simo hayha killed the allies bitchs
@@warlordwx9119 he killed the soviets during their invasion of the baltics, during their non-aggression pact with the nazis.. which included an agreement to split poland with the nazis.. all before they joined the allies..
historians think its a lot more. around 400 aparently
@@warlordwx9119 even though how many hayha killed still lost the war vasili led them to victory
This 5 minute interview is better than the movie.
The great vasily. I hope i can shoot like him. Great skill
As far as snipers r concerned Zaitsev's my favorite sniper, followed by that village sniper on the armando ianucci show
101 Germans disliked
Violence isn't intrinsically evil, it's a question of what it's being used for.
Real cold blooded killer with nerves of steel at his best- acknowledged real legend
Спасибо, За́йцев & many others.
He looks a bit like Yeltsin. Loved Sniper specialists.
I just remembered this legend while watching American Sniper.
GREAT comrade vasili LONG LIVE USSR
its already dead
Hahahahah
Lyudmila Pavlichenko "Lady Death" Movie: Battle For Sevastopol
Nazis deny that Koning was false because he has no records. But records in Germany(WAST) are not accessible to all and requires permission. Nobel Laureate Guenther Grass served in the German army and no one knew about it until he himself revealed it. Koning was also there in WW1 as documents were found in Normany in 1944 that belonged to Erwin Koning stating that he was a sniper instructor outside Berlin. During WW2 German prisoners of war told Captain Batyuk that Koning was being flown in. Zaitsev's wife said that after Koning was killed Russian soldiers went to collect the documents from the bodies of the dead German snipers, those documents went through thorough verification by the intelligence officers who credited them as reliable. Also in a post-war military meeting, Zaitsev was asked by German civilians about the famous duel when he started to speak a lady shouted and told that she was the daughter of Koning and everything he was about to say was a lie. Zaitsev was taken away for security purposes.The scope of Koning is still in a museum in Moscow and was the trophy of that duel.
Thank you very much for that info. I knew that Koening's existence was disputed & unprovable according to some sources. Never knew about the Russians verifying his papers as being authentic. Never knew about Koening's daughter's outburst. Guess I'm spelling Konig's name wrong, oh well I'll do better next time. Thanks again.
I have much respect for Zaitsev and he was a true hero. However, the German records ARE accessible and so is the copy in the USA at NARA in MD. There was no sniper Major Koning who was supposedly flown into Stalingrad to duel him. Zaitsev did kill many German soldiers and a number of them were snipers, but the story about Koning is an embellishment.
How did his documents end up in Normandy two years after he allegedly passed? In his book Zaitsev doesn't say when this duel occured (which he always mentioned before) and said a top sniper made the simple mistake to fall for a (bad) decoy and victim to reflecting sunlight. This is very unlikely for a professional and experienced sniper to fall victim to so it sounds like propaganda to me.
I am very much behind the times. Nevertheless, better late than never. The climax of a nerve wrenching one to one between Vassili Zaitsev and Major Koenig may be thrilling to witness from the sanctuary of your armchair at home, but in reality this duel gives us a fair idea of what the withdrawing Germans and the Russians had to contend with in the events leading upto the Germans final surrender at Stalingrad.
Brilliant performances by Jude Law and Ed Harris, in 'Enemy at the Gates', make it possible to experience almost first hand the horrors of War.
This guy is a real war hero. He was an amazing man!
He is the greatest sniper in the history of sniping.Nobody like him.Salute to the soldier!!!!!!!!!!
Are you still alive
@@Eldiablo_69 ahahahahaahah
Read what the men who served with him have to say,Zaitsev was a legend amongst them and they respected him. Which is why when Zaitsev was wounded in 1945,They took his sniper rifle and put a plaque on it "To Hero of the Soviet Union Vassili Zaitsev,who buried over 300 fascists in Stalingrad" and presented it to Zaitsev in Berlin after the war. They saw and knew he was a brave hero with their own eyes.
So much history my dad and nephew kept up to date with this!!!!
Enemy at the gates was amazing
One of my favorite movies
Guy Garcia this is a vile deceitful and disgusting film that denigrates the feat of Soviet soldiers
Definition of Insanity this is a vile deceitful and disgusting film that denigrates the feat of Soviet soldiers
This guy Zaitsev is the reason Russia beat Germany. The very ideal of what manhood means. Joseph Goebbles wrote in his diary that the Nazis were completely mistaken about what kind of men the Russians were. The Nazis thought the Russians were inferior, but as Goebbels wrote, "they're better than we are."
Even though he was a Soviet,Vasslil was a hero and to me. And i found that the same rifle he used is sold as a hunting rife in my city, i am goibg to buy it in a year or so even if i just use it at the firing range.(I'm not sure about hunting yet)
The Mosin Nagant (the rifle you're intending to buy) is a perfectly good hunting rifle, capable of taking any animal in North America (and all of the animals in Africa with the exception of the big five of elephant, cape buffalo, and rhinoceros) except for the Grizzly bear.
Just be sure to buy ammo with softpoint bullets, as most of the ammo that's out there for the 7.62x54R round the Mosin is chambered in is full metal jacket, which is inhumane for hunting because it doesn't expand.
Thanks and full metal jackets are illegal here always (Canada) and they are designed for war and to wound so that more soldiers are occupied with saving the soldier who got shot than having to spend bullets on those other soldiers. :)
What's wrong with being Soviet ? ;)
+Dylan K You said the rightest thing just now...Especially 5.56 mmm compared to larger caliber's...With a smaller callibre you can carry much more ammo on you(even the magazine fits more)they injure more often than not instead of killing like e.g the 7.62 mm and the velocity is higher meaning that the bullet drops less and has a quite higher effective range.
It's four years since you posted this comment, did you get the rifle?
16 million Mosin-Nagents produced during WWII. Amazing.
This man was a beast. better then the fake ass americN sniper that lied about his kills
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Yeah. Better then.Chris Kyle lying dead ass. Fact that C.Kyle fabricated those kills. Just srating facts playas. And this is Vassili. Movie made of.him.was Enemy at the gate
He wasn't a hero. He was a liar and a psychopath.
Walker Rice Oh you "know the movie" well shit EXCUSE US... lol, dude give me a fucking break. "I know the movie." facepalm.
Kyle may have had some flaws but I also understand that war fucks people up. The whole mess between him and Jesse Ventura was a shame as well. I don't believe a word of what he said about Ventura but I will not bad talk him. Some vets come home with lost limbs. Some come home with lost minds. I'm grateful for his service and pray for him and all vets.
i am a 14yr old english boy who can see that Vassili Zaitsev is a hero and shold have his day of rembrece
Too bad "major könig" was fictional. Just like a lot of Soviet and nazi claims alike
Agreed. A Sniper dual did take place...but that doesn't imply the other sniper was Major Konig it could have been a dual with any ordinary sniper. The German sniper made rookie mistakes and its doubtful an officer whould go into combat dressed or with documents revealing him as an officer. Major's and above go into combat dressed as ordinary enlisted men.
There is proof of his existence and duel it’s a lot of paper work n shit to look through but it’s out there
Un honorable Francotirador...Soldado de verdad, ojala sus discípulos le hagan honor, mis respetos.
just got done watching "enemy at the gates"
and this is crazy!
Never knew Newt Gingrich was such a badass.
Proved by who? Some dick weed Historian? They were never in Stalingrad and did not risk their lives and see the horrors. It's easy for them to spout shit from their desk and expect people to believe it. As I stated,Zaitsev was a modest man (He even admitted the reporters boosted his number of kills over 300,when he killed 242+) The man ain't lying about this duel either.
Thank you Vasily!
Is this Pvt. Vasili from Call of Duty 2?
NO. His Vassili Zaitsev, from II. WW, you stupid asshole.
Lol why u mad
Does it really matter if the line between truth and hyperbole has become blurred! The fact remains the man was a skilled sniper fighting to defend his homeland in a different time.
just seen the movie real hero
+Graham Gray Saw*
This is wonderful information my wife and i watched enemy at the gate last night we both of us enjoyed the movie very much.We both were wondering what Mr Zaitsev did after the war and now i know thanks so very much for posting this video.Mr Zaitsev was a real hero not make belive.
Too bad there was never a major koenig acording to German records. Or his school.
So different from the movie "Enemy at the Gates". Vassili here is saying he didn't even know who the guy was until after the duel ended.
He's no Simo Hayha, but he was still a damn good sniper. Most of his kills might have been the product of exaggeration and propaganda (just like 'Enemy At The Gates' depicts) but he was a good sniper nonetheless.
And a Hero to the European Front.
Don't go by the info in Enemy at the Gate, if you really wish to know more look up the book Notes of a Russian Sniper
Thing is, I already knew about Zaitsev BEFORE I watched that movie. My great grandfather always talked about him (he was a hardcore communist, served in the Red Army when they invaded Berlin and defeated the Nazis)
I already knew that his kills may have been a product of propaganda, before I even knew the movie existed. After watching the movie, I did even more research on him.
My point being, I didn't learn about him through watching the movie. There is a lot of inaccurate history and misinformation in it. So much so, that even the Call of Duty franchise made fun of it (World at War) [and no, I didn't learn about him through the video game either- he's not even mentioned in it]
I only mentioned it because its his actual memoirs very interesting read, wasn't questioning your knowledge or where it came from.
Zaitsev's kill were legit. The man himself stated the propagandists marked his kills to over 300 in Stalingrad because they counted every shot he took as a kill. He killed at least 242 enemy at Stalingrad. Probably well over 400 by wars end
zaitsev was a great sniper. his tactics are used by many countries
Koenig didn't exist...
even if i agreed the man didnt exist thats a little harsh and being a jerk isnt going to get your point across any better. Can always tell who my fellow americans are (and sometimes the odd brit) because they have to try and force their point across. Stop embarrassing your countrymen and try some actual dialog douche.
Well unfortunately most historians agree with the fact that this story was made up for propaganda purposes not to say this man didn't defend his country bravely or take anything away from him it's just the overwhelming facts of the case this particular story seems to be pure propaganda but he surely did a lot of damage to the Germans in Stalingrad and those are facts as well history is not all black and white it's a mostly gray area written by the victors and from their point of view which leaves much to be told usually or some times too much being told such as this case where the facts have probably been embellished a bit in order to bring up the spirits of his country men.
if he was a comunist or not, is not important, the important is he fight against the nazis, and he is a real war hero, that bring the hope and faith to his nation.
I salute you.
Слава великом руском витезу! Поздрав из братске Србије!
Russians didnt charge all the time.
.And you telling me he isnt badass?He got shot in the face by illegal explosive bullet.Survived.He got carpet bombed.Survived.Soviets sent snipers to specifically hunt down Häyhä.He killed them and survived,He didnt even use scope but iron sights.
And he endured 3 MONTHS of hell.
well it was war,and he was fighting for his country against nazi invaidors,who were killing his countryman in millions.And he stood up for his people and was and still is a Hero to them...
Thank you VASSILI for what you have done for us - a friend from Greece
Legendary man! Respect!
I think the real name of the Nazi super sniper was Hans Thorvald (sp). He was head of the Berlin sniper school. "The Enemy at the Gates" was largely a work of fiction. From what I've read, political officer Danilov wasn't killed, but wounded in the shoulder, too.
Man this guy has a movie after him hes in almost all the call of duty games and everything
Watching enemy at the gates 4th time and searching about him gets me end up here
Z A Y E R well done, any shit that makes Hollywood you take for the truth. Worst movie about war in the world
I respect you for defending your opinions actually. If I remember correctly i had a great Aunt who was a nurse at Pearl. I had an great uncle who drove supplies for Pattons army. One of my grandfathers may have fought. I respect bravery and skill which is what the Germans displayed over and over. Also the Americans, Japanese, Russians, British and in some cases the french and the italians.
Hate to rain on the parade and I do not mean to take away from Vasilly’s genuine achievements and exceptional courage, but German Wehrmacht records do not show that a Major Koenig ever existed and died at Stalingrad
Nothing is as effective in achieving the the enemy's loss of will, confidence an coordination as sustained, accurate rifle fire..Known sniper activity accentuates the factor.
He was a bad ass. Thank goodness for men like him.
Zaitsev passed away in 1991 october,i was born in october!May the world never forget him!!!!!!!!
vassili was just a damn tactical and a brave sniper and a hero to me
im an american and vassili is hero to me. he stood up for his country and fought for what was right. and he killed a bunch of scumbag nazis.
@enamoev i must admit i havent done any research and i find your comments very interesting. one thing i can say is that are both remarkable men. Thanks for your comments.
My admired sniper hero ever !!!
Their top sniper killed 702. That is insane. Could never imagine that where possible, even today. He must have lived at the front lines!
Lots of patience and thirsty ppl = big kills. He makes it sounds so easy.
Killing your enemies Is like hunting any OTHER animals
Wasn't just Panzers that needed to cross the channel.Horse-drawn transportation was most important for Germany. Infantry and horse-drawn artillery formed the bulk of the German Army throughout the war; only one-fifth of the Army belonged to mobile panzer and mechanized divisions. Each German infantry division employed thousands of horses. Despite losses of horses to enemy action, exposure and disease, Germany maintained a steady supply of work and saddle horses until 1945. They needed a bridge.
A true hero! Assigned to the 284th rifle division which we recreate in the U.K.
Who is watching This hero from Bangladesh
A true legend..Showing the Russian soldiers supremacy when it comes to intelligence in battle
I love seeing people who still like Russia in todays world I am one of them obviously
I am german side
sometimes luck is very important because of luck u will live and tell the tale
it is easy to be in war while fighting and shoting but is very hard to be stuck in war and being civilian
So basically he accidently killed one of the biggest head in berlin thus he became famous. Really not the same duel depicted in ''Enemy at the gates'' which was soo much more thriling and exiting to watch but it all come down to the same thing. Proud of a nation. I wonder how to german feels now ? Are they even ashamed for what they done ?
The reality is they have the list military combat experience of any industrialized nation since WW2. Cool tanks though.
War never makes anyone look good.
The guy doing the Voiceover is pure win.
Only one problem, Major Koenig didn’t exist and there was never a duel. Well played, sir.
what a legend
Я никарагуанец и восхищаюсь русскими и их храброй армией. Ура
I'm German but I respect Russia and Vassily Zaitsev soooo much. Cant be all just put our differences aside and admit that each country has its flaws but is overall a great country, Germans are no longer nazi and Russains are no longer Communist as far as I know.
Enemy At The Gates makes him waaaaayyyyy better looking.