Vince wrote:
[snip]


Germany's early commitment to the doctrine of the short war was a
continuing handicap; neither plans nor state of mind were adjusted to
the idea of a long war. Nearly all German sources agree that the hope
for a quick victory lasted long after the short war became a long one.

One short war = short war
Lots of short wars = long time at war.

Weapons and ammunition used need replacing.

Blair and Bush need this explaining.

Andrew Swallow