WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk D-Day: The German Side (Episode 1)
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May 1, 2024 Explore the German perspective on the lead-up to D-Day, with insights into the chaos and division within the Nazi ranks. Learn about Rommel's strategies, the challenges of defending the Atlantic Wall, and the German command's decision-making process. Dive into the complexities of military planning and the heroism of soldiers facing a pivotal moment in history.
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The Dilemma of Defending Everything
- Defending every inch of a vast coastline weakens overall defense efficacy.
- Germans tried defending everything from Norway to southern France, diluting their resources badly.
Normandy Troops Were Lacking
- Most Normandy German troops were poorly equipped and lacked combat experience.
- Many divisions had non-German conscripts, causing motivation and language issues.
The Myth of Elite German Troops
- 'Elite' label on German divisions is often propaganda to boost Allied morale.
- Referring to German troops as elite helps Allies justify their successes or failures.