The
Prague Offensive (
Prague Strategic Offensive) was the last major Soviet operation of
World War II in Europe. The offensive, and the battle for
Prague, was fought on the
Eastern Front from 6 May to 11 May 1945. This battle for the city is particularly noteworthy in that it ended after the
Third Reich capitulated on 8 May 1945. This battle is also notable in that it was fought concurrently with the
Prague Uprising.