70 - The French Centre of Gravity - Battle of France 1940 Part VI
The Principles of War - Lessons from Military History on Strategy, Tactics, Doctrine and Leadership.
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Strategic Missteps: The Maginot Line and the Ardennes
This chapter explores the evolution of French military strategy during the interwar period, focusing on the challenges posed by geography and resources in preparation for conflict with Germany. It critically examines the construction of the Maginot Line and the unexpected German maneuvers through the Ardennes, which ultimately undermined French military efforts in World War II.
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