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'la ligne Maginot' (named after a Defence minister) was a line of fortifications along the German border, supposed to hold back a German invasion. Indeed, they took another route.

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The french fortified line between Germany and France?

The Maginot Line was a line of fortifications built by France as a defensive measure against any German invasions. It was judged to be the most formidable defense line in the world. Despite this, the German war machine was not hampered by this elaborate defensive system. France was quickly conquered.


What was the Atlantic Wall during World War 2?

The Germans built a defensive line along the French coast facing Britain to defend against the looming invasion. The invasion successfully took place in July 1944 overpowering a week spot in the Atlantic wall/defensive line in Normandie.


What occured on the maginot line during World War 2?

It was incomplete. The Germans made some feint attacks, but it was outflanked by the Panzer advance through the Ardennes & was effectively useless as a defensive line.


What are the advantages and disadvantages of the Maginot line?

The Maginot Line offered advantages such as providing a strong defensive position for France during the interwar period, deterring invasion, and allowing for concentrated military resources in a specific area. However, its disadvantages included the over-reliance on static defenses, which became obsolete with the advent of mobile warfare techniques, exemplified by Germany's bypassing of the line in 1940. Additionally, the heavy financial investment in the line did not yield the expected strategic security, leading to criticism of French military planning. Ultimately, it highlighted the limitations of fortifications in modern warfare.


Why did France build the Maginot line after World War 1?

France built the Maginot Line after World War I as a defensive response to the devastation experienced during the war, particularly from German invasions. The fortified line was designed to deter future attacks and protect France’s eastern border. French leaders believed that a strong static defense would provide security and buy time in the event of another conflict. However, the line ultimately proved ineffective, as Germany bypassed it during World War II by invading through Belgium.