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Germany was at a severe disadvantage for several reasons. Germany had to rely totally on the air force (Luftwaffe) without the support of the Army. Previously the German Army's advances (in Poland & France) had forced the Allied air forces to relocate away from the front lines, and prevent them from knowing of the German air & land movements. Next, in England the British had a well organized network of spotters (both RADAR & observer corps) and an efficient air defense command & control system (operating in real-time). For the first time, the Germans would have no ability to see the enemy on the ground or in the air before launching its attacks, and no ability to coordinate their air operations over England in real-time. Also German air crews shot down would most likely be captured & not rescued, whereas British aircrews that survived bailing out (over England) most likely could return to their units relatively soon. German bombers & fighters did not have sufficient range to reach all targets in England. It would be easier for the British to mass its aircraft against enemy air units, and harder for the Germans to do the same. Another very important consideration: Hitler was more concerned about his planned invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941, then invading Britain in 1940. Hitler was very concerned that any seaborne invasion of England would be very risky & costly due to unknown weather/sea conditions, the Royal Air Force, the Royal Navy and the shortage of river & sea-going ships/barges to carry German troops & equipment across the English Channel. Hitler never considered the proposed 1940 offensive into England essential to his victory in Europe.
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How did Germany attack on great Britain differ from its earlier European invasion?
Its blitzkrieg tactic failed to defeat Great Britain, as it had done in other part of Europe.
Were all possible ways of preventing World War 2 starting tried?
Yes. In fact, conventional wisdom takes a dim view of the appeasers and claims that Britain and France should have gone to war earlier.
First countries involved WW2?
World War II began with the invasion of Poland by Germany on September 1, 1939. This act prompted Britain and France to declare war on Germany on September 3, 1939. Prior to this, the conflict had roots in earlier aggressions, including Japan's invasion of China and Italy's invasion of Ethiopia in the 1930s. Thus, the main initial countries involved were Germany, Poland, Britain, and France.
When did Germany and England go to war in World War 2?
Britain and Germany have gone to war twice, in 1914 and 1939. In both cases Britain declared war.Britain has fought wars in Germany many time before that, for example during the Napoleonic wars. But Germany did not exist as a country before 1870. These earlier wars were against one or more independent German states.
Were there earlier forms of the Mexican flag?
yes
What of the following accurately describes a difference between European imperialism after the Industrial Revolution and earlier forms of imperialism?
European imperialism after the Industrial Revolution was more widespread than earlier forms of imperialism.
What describes the difference between European imperialism after the industrial revolution and earlier forms of imperialism?
european Imperialism after the industrial revolution was more widespread than earlier forms of imperialism
What European country uses its earlier name Helvetian?
switzerland
When the 2 world war started?
Generally considered as 1939, but some would argue for an earlier date. Some might argue for a later date as well, in 1941 with Japan's invasions of US, British, and Dutch territories in the Pacific Ocean. Until then it was primarily a European war.
What Chinese goods were sought by European traders?
In earlier times, the biggest Chinese export was silk.
What year was the Game Boy advance invented?
2001. It was launched in Britain in June of that year, earlier in Japan.
What year did calligraphy arrive to Europe?
1294 when Marco Polo arrived in Venice but might be earlier as they travelled by foot and sea so they might reached the European borders earlier.
How did imperalism in the late 19th century differ From Earlier periods?
what were the reasons for european imperalism in the 19th century
What time does the European stock market open compared to the Toronto stock market?
it opens 5 hours earlier
When did world war 2 start Britain vs Germany?
Britain and France declared war on Germany on September 3rd 1939 in response to the German invasion of Poland two days earlier.
Which earlier artist seems to have influenced Eakins in The Gross Clinic and The Agnew Clinic?
European Rembrandt's "Anatomy Lesson" composition (Ciprian)
Did any what events lead to the declaration of war by Great Britain and France against Germany?
Britain and France declared war on Germany on 3 September 1939 following the German attack on Poland two days earlier.
