Feature The Battle of Königsberg For the German military command, the citizens of East Prussia were not a concern; they were a weapon. Bastiaan Willems | Published in History Today Volume 73 Issue 8 August 2023 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. Second World WarGermany Related Articles Stalingrad: The Unbreakable City A People Without A State: Germany after VE Day Popular articles Why Do Religions Decline? The Iron Amir: Britain’s Afghan Legacy