On This Day: World War II: German field marshal Friedrich Paulus surrenders to the Soviets at... (1943)

On January 31, 1943: World War II: German field marshal Friedrich Paulus surrenders to the Soviets at Stalingrad, followed two days later by the remainder of his Sixth Army, ending one of the war's fiercest battles.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.