Dunkirk Flashcards
1
Q
When did the Germans attack France ?
A
In May 1940
2
Q
How many soldiersa did Britain manage to evacuate from Dunkirk ?
A
They evacuated more than 300,000`
3
Q
Why can it be argued that Dunkirk was a fail?
A
They had to leave all their tanks and most of their amunition behind(70,000 tonnes ofammunition left)
They had also failed to defend France agaisnt the Germans
Lost a lot of men
4
Q
Why can it be argued that Dunkirk was a success ?
A
They managed to evacuate more than 300,000 soldiers which is more than expected in sucha short space of time
They were able to regroup and form another attack on the Germans
Boosted soldiers moral
strengthen the troops
