When was the German army in total retreat?

The German army was in total retreat during the latter part of World War II, particularly in the spring and summer of 1945. Following the Soviet offensives in the East and the Allied advances from the West, German forces began to collapse, leading to a widespread withdrawal. The situation deteriorated significantly after the fall of Berlin in early May 1945, ultimately resulting in Germany's unconditional surrender on May 7, 1945.