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594. The First World War: The Invasion of Belgium (Part 1)

The Rest Is History

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Germany's Strategic Gambit at World War I's Onset

This chapter explores the military strategies and urgent preparations of Germany as tensions rise towards World War I. It contrasts the optimism of key military leaders with the grim realities of potential conflict, highlighting the Schlieffen Plan and the dire need for rapid action against larger adversaries. The emotional backdrop of Germany’s national spirit and the urgency of securing key locations like Liège are emphasized as the nation braces for war.

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