What was Josef Stalin’s initial reaction to the German invasion of Russia?
a) Stalin did not believe that Hitler had betrayed him and was completely unprepared for the attack.
b) Stalin did not trust Hitler and had a backup plan in case of invasion.
Consider This: At first, Hitler’s troops were able to move against the Russians effectively. See 13.3.2: Barbarossa Bogs Down.
c) Although stung by the betrayal, Stalin’s emphasis on infrastructure meant that he could get troops to the border quickly.
Consider This: At first, Hitler’s troops were able to move against the Russians effectively. See 13.3.2: Barbarossa Bogs Down.
d) Stalin trusted Hitler but his generals did not, so they had made secret plans to defend the USSR in case of German invasion.
Consider This: At first, Hitler’s troops were able to move against the Russians effectively. See 13.3.2: Barbarossa Bogs Down.
a) Stalin did not believe that Hitler had betrayed him and was completely unprepared for the attack.
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