... territories, and then Eastern Europe. The battle marked the first major surrender of German troops in the entire war. Heroism of Soviet Soldiers Battles were fought for every block, building, floor, and even room. One of the symbols of the battle is Pavlov's House, which withstood enemy attacks for 58 days. The legendary sniper Vasily Zaitsev killed over 225 enemy soldiers and officers and was declared a Hero of the Soviet Union. Envelopment and Destruction of Paulus's 6th Army During Operation "Ring,...