schlieffen plan

the schieffen plan was created by

Alfred, Graf (count) von Schlieffen

when was the original schlieffen plan created

battle plan first proposed in 1905

What was the point of the schlieffen plan

to avoid fighting a war on two fronts

What was the proposed strategy outlined in the Schlieffen Plan?

The proposed strategy outlined in the Schlieffen Plan involved a rapid and massive invasion of France through Belgium, encircling Paris from the northwest, and swiftly defeating the French army before turning east to confront the Russian forces.

What crucial mistake was made in the execution of the Schlieffen Plan during World War I?

underestimation of Belgian resistance

What did underestimation of the Belgium resistance lead to

resulting delay in the German advance, which allowed the Allies to mobilize more effectively and mount a stronger defense.

What role did the BEF play in the schlieffen plan?

the BEF moved quickly to support the French army in Belgium, engaging the advancing German forces.

How many BEF members attacked in Belgium

approximately 80,000 soldiers

How did the failure of the Schlieffen Plan contribute to the stalemate on the Western Front?

both sides entrenched in defensive positions along front line, resulting in minimal territorial gains and massive casualties.

What adjustments were made to the Schlieffen Plan?

reallocating troops from the right wing to the left wing of the German army

When was the Schlieffen plan implemented?

implementation of the Schlieffen Plan were August 2nd to August 4th, 1914

Why did the BEF come to Belgium anyway?

Because the treaty of London

What was the point of the treaty of London?

to ensure Belgium remains neutral

What was the proposed route of the German invasion according to the Schlieffen Plan?

German forces were to invade France through Belgium, bypassing the heavily fortified French-German border.

How did the failure of the Schlieffen Plan impact the course of World War I?

led to a prolonged and bloody stalemate on the Western Front, characterized by trench warfare and massive casualties