This was known as Blitzkreig. (Lightning War)
The single biggest strategy was pure surprise.
The speed at which it was executed and how long it took the defending group to surrender. The Blitzkrieg could not support a long-term attack.
Hitler implemented Blitzkrieg, a military strategy that relied on the rapid and coordinated use of armored forces, infantry, and air support. It involved surprise attacks, overwhelming force, and rapid advances, aiming to disable the opponent's ability to respond effectively. This strategy allowed Germany to swiftly conquer several countries during the early stages of World War II.
Blitzkrieg, a German term meaning "lightning war," refers to a military strategy characterized by rapid and coordinated attacks using air and ground forces to surprise and overwhelm the enemy. It emphasizes speed, surprise, and concentrated force to achieve quick victories, minimizing prolonged combat. This tactic was notably employed by Germany during World War II, particularly in the invasions of Poland and France.
The Japanese had planned a surprise attack on Midway. The surprise was foiled because the US had broken Japan's military code and the US was prepared for the attack.
In German, Blitzkrieg means lightning war (Blitz-Krieg). Blitzkrieg was named so because it included surprise attacks etc
Blitzkrieg
The single biggest strategy was pure surprise.
The speed at which it was executed and how long it took the defending group to surrender. The Blitzkrieg could not support a long-term attack.
Mesmerized,flabergasted.
Hitler implemented Blitzkrieg, a military strategy that relied on the rapid and coordinated use of armored forces, infantry, and air support. It involved surprise attacks, overwhelming force, and rapid advances, aiming to disable the opponent's ability to respond effectively. This strategy allowed Germany to swiftly conquer several countries during the early stages of World War II.
To the extent that one can argue that the United States has a coherent military strategy at all, yes, that sounds about right. No. Those are not the three principals of the National Military Strategy. According to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in his briefing to the Joint Chiefs, The National Military Strategy of the United States of America: A Strategy for Today, A Vision for Tomorrow, the NMS (National Military Strategy) supports the National Security Strategy (NSS) and implements the National Defense Strategy (NDS). The NMS is, basically; to protect the United States against external attacks and aggression; prevent conflict and surprise attack; and prevail against adversaries. To read the unclassified briefing paper, see the link below.
Blitzkreig. Schhlieffen plan.
He advanced on Rome around the Mediterranean Sea coast and across the Alps. It was not a surprise as it took months to do this on foot.
one or more military men who guard an area forward of a military position to guard against surprise attack...................
Blitzkreig. Schhlieffen plan.
Blitzkreig. Schhlieffen plan.