How did soviet union's scorched earth policy affect Germany's invasion of Russia?

Answer 1

German troops were unable to maintain sufficient supplies.

Answer 2

During World War II, on the Eastern Front, the "scorched earth" policy of the Soviet Union, which amounted to the destruction of facilities and resources and anything of possible value to the invaders as the Soviet troops retreated, affected Germany's invading forces in numerous negative ways. Among the most important were the following: supply of their troops was made more difficult; forward movement was hampered by the need to build new bridges and repair roads; and shelter during inclement weather (especially during the winter months) was scarce, which wore down the fighting effectiveness of the German troops.

Answer 3

A marching army far from home depends on local sources of food and other necessities from the conquered areas. The scorched earth policy meant that nothing was left behind by the retreating forces that would help the Germans. The Germans therefore needed supplies from behind their lines which slowed their ability to move forward.

Answer 4

It was a grim reminder of when Napoleon's army came to grief in Russia .

Answer 5

German troops were un able to maintain sufficent supplies

Answer 6

This was a "Terrain Denial" tactic where crops and living quarters are denied to an enemy .