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Originally posted by Ryuujin@Apr 4 2005, 07:52 PM
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Yes I was reading "Liddel Hearts: History of the second world war" and I must say that was indeed lack of proper planning on the OKW's part. Now to have any kind of plan for the possibility of invading England. Then there's the 2 day stop on Gudarians advance on to Dunkirk. This is what happens when you have both old foggies in charge of the war and sentimental WWI vets in charge of the country.
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It is easy to say with hindsight what a huge mistake Dunkirk was and how stupid the OKW were but put yourself in their shoes: You've just rumbled half way across France and the operation is going much better than expected. True you've cut off the BEF and French Forces but dont forget that you still have to turn south to face the majority of the French Army still and you're Panzer divisions need refitting. Your Air Force was been absolutely brilliant up to this point and the Commander volunteers to finish the job. You dont need to use your precious Panzer divisions giving them time to refit before the next part of the campaign. Sure it was a mistake but there were reasons, and thank god for them!, why the panzers didnt charge the beaches!!!
Gotthard puts on his helmet, digs a trench and waits for the inevitable artillery response!!!!