Schlieffen Plan Flashcards
1
Q
What was the Schlieffen Plan?
A
Germany’s military strategy to quickly defeat France by advancing through Belgium, then turn east to fight Russia.
2
Q
Why did Germany want the Schlieffen plan to work?
A
To avoid a prolonged two-front war by swiftly knocking out France before Russia could fully mobilize.
3
Q
How was the Schlieffen Plan supposed to work, and why did it fail?
A
It aimed for a rapid advance through Belgium to encircle Paris and force France’s surrender. It failed due to Belgian resistance, logistical issues, and the quick mobilization of Allied forces.
