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Lightning war - the German Luftwaffe (planes) would come in hard and fast attacking the enemy. Used during WW2 by Hitler to take most of the countries. Further points Key features included * Co-ordinated use of tanks and dive bombers acting as 'flying artillery'. * Bypassing the enemy's 'strong' positions wherever possible. * Devolution of decision making as far as possible to officers on the spot. In German, Blitzkrieg means lightning war (Blitz-Krieg). Blitzkrieg was named so because it included surprise attacks, "Lighting fast" rapid advances into enemy territory, with coordinated massive air attacks, which struck and shocked the enemy as if it was struck by lightning. The German military in World War 2 achieved most of its great victories with the Blitzkrieg tactic.

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