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Old October 23rd 03, 08:43 PM
Christophe Chazot
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"Fred J. McCall" a écrit dans le message news:
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Seraphim wrote:

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France had the means to respond properly. They had more and better
armor than the Germans did.


Yes, but other aspects are to be taken in consideration, like the almost
complete lack of radio equipment, the lack of mobile logistics, and so on.

: In short, the French army got their butt kicked in WWII because they
:were trying to avoild another WWI.

No, the French army got their butt kicked in WWII because their
generals were idiots and didn't use the forces they had properly.


Despite what I have just written above, I agree with you on this point. Our
irresponsible politicians had promoted generals that could not harm.

Regards,
Christophe