Stalin's Lifeline: The Allied Convoys Through the Arctic

During World War II, the Allied convoys, known as Stalin's Lifeline, were crucial in providing vital supplies to the Soviet Union through the perilous Arctic waters. These convoys, braving harsh weather, German U-boats, and Luftwaffe attacks, transported essential war materials, food, and equipment to the Soviet ports of Murmansk and Arkhangelsk. The supplies played a pivotal role in sustaining the Soviet war effort, contributing to their eventual victory over Nazi Germany. The success of these convoys depended on the heroic efforts of Allied sailors, merchant marines, and naval forces, who risked their lives to ensure the safe passage of these lifeline supplies to the Soviet Union.