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October Surprise and the Strange Defeat

The Victor Davis Hanson Show

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The Strategic Missteps of World War II: Analyzing the Battle of France

This chapter explores the events preceding the Battle of France in 1940, highlighting Hitler's strategies and Allies' missteps, especially concerning the Maginot Line. The discussion reveals the internal tensions within German leadership and the risks of underestimating their adversaries.

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