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What was the name of the German offensive operation in October 1941 to take Moscow before winter?

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  • Operation Sunflower
  • Operation Barbarossa
  • Operation Typhoon
Explanation

The German offensive operation launched in October 1941 to take Moscow before the onset of winter was named Operation Typhoon. It was a significant operation of the German Army during World War II, with the objective of capturing the Soviet capital. The Germans hoped to quickly defeat the Soviet Union by seizing Moscow and effectively crippling the country's political and military leadership. However, despite initial successes, the operation ultimately failed due to fierce Soviet resistance, logistical challenges, and the arrival of harsh winter conditions, which turned the tide of battle in favor of the Soviets.