WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

WORLD WAR II

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The German blitzkrieg was a military strategy that depended on what advantage?
A
a system of fortifications
B
surprise and overwhelming force
C
ability to make a long, steady advance
D
out-waiting the opponent
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Germans had realised that speed combined with quick and decisive battles was now the key to military success. Their Blitzkrieg tactic depended on air superiority, fast tanks, constant radio communication and a relentless advancing infantry to achieve its shock and awe purposes.

Detailed explanation-2: -blitzkrieg, (German: “lightning war”) military tactic calculated to create psychological shock and resultant disorganization in enemy forces through the employment of surprise, speed, and superiority in matériel or firepower.

Detailed explanation-3: -Blitzkrieg relied on surprise, speed, and ground coverage, making use of each military branch within the Wehrmacht. By calling on seamen and soldiers alike, Germany freed up enough resources to ensure that any resistance could be squashed. Blitzkriegs followed a formulaic approach: attack, penetrate, and encircle.

Detailed explanation-4: -How did German Blitzkrieg tactics rely on new military technology? The Blitzkrieg made use of advances in military technology-such as tanks and more powerful aircrafts-to take the enemy by surprise and then quickly crush all opposition with overwhelming force.

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