The liberation of Kishinev in 1944 refers to the military operation conducted by the Soviet Red Army to regain control of the city of Kishinev, currently Chisinau, the capital of Moldova, during World War II. Kishinev was under German occupation at the time, and the battle for its liberation was a crucial moment in the Red Army's campaign against Axis forces in Eastern Europe.
The Battle of Kishinev took place from August 20 to 29, 1944. Soviet forces launched a major offensive in the region, with massive support from artillery, aviation, and armored units. The fighting was intense, but the Soviets managed to break through German defenses and liberate the city.
The liberation of Kishinev was a significant turning point in the war on the Eastern Front, as it paved the way for the Soviet offensive towards the Balkans and Central Europe. It also allowed the Allied forces to consolidate their grip on the region and greatly weaken Axis forces in Eastern Europe.
