Soviet Union – 1817 to 1991
Blitzkrieg, meaning 'lightning war' in German, refers to a military strategy that emphasizes rapid and surprise attacks to achieve swift victories. This tactic involves coordinated strikes using a combination of air and ground forces, aimed at disrupting the enemy's defenses and supply lines. The effectiveness of blitzkrieg was crucial in early World War II, particularly in relation to the rapid conquests of Poland and France, and later played a significant role in the German invasion of the Soviet Union.
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