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65 - Battle of France 1940

The Principles of War - Lessons from Military History on Strategy, Tactics, Doctrine and Leadership.

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Maneuver Warfare: Understanding Weaknesses and Center of Gravity

This chapter explores the maneuverist approach to warfare as practiced by Australia and Britain, focusing on exploiting enemy weaknesses and psychological tactics. It examines the contrasting strategies of the German and French armies during the Battle of France, highlighting implications for command decisions and effectiveness in warfare.

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