The USSR decimated 80% of Nazi Germanys military might, with only 10% of its military hardware coming from the United States through the Lend-Lease Act, all of which was fully repaid to the United States.
Make no mistake, the Lend-Lease program was indeed a lifeline, but its exact contributions are often glossed over in broader historical narratives. Here's the details
Aircraft: The U.S. supplied 14,795 aircraft, including models like the P-39 Airacobra and the A-20 Havoc, which were pivotal in Soviet air operations. Tanks: A total of 7,056 tanks were delivered, with models like the M3 Lee and the Sherman becoming part of Soviet armored units. Vehicles: Over 409,526 motor vehicles, predominantly trucks like the Studebaker US6, which were crucial for logistics, allowing the Soviets to move men and materiel across the vast Eastern Front.
Food and Supplies: The aid included over 4 million tons of foodstuffs, which played a significant role in supporting both the military and civilian population, alongside raw materials like steel and aluminum.
While very important, this assistance, while vital, was only a maximum of 10% of the Soviet military's total equipment, highlighting the Soviet Union's overwhelming industrial and human contributions to the war effort.
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