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Blitzkrieg is a method of warfare that involves use of a large number of armored and mechanized infantry vehicles along with close air support to break through enemy defense by using short, powerful and fast attacks. The term was first used to define military tactics used by German army during invasion of Poland. The invasion started on 1st September, 1939 and was complete by 6th October, 1939, in little over one month.
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What was the us response to Blitzkrieg?
Nothing. The U.S entered the war after Pearl Harbour, not the Blitzkrieg.
What was the lightning war strategy used by the Germans?
True. "Lighting War" in German is blitzkrieg
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German used blitzkrieg tactics on Poland during the lightning war.
What was the term used by Germans in Second World War that implied sudden attack?
"Blitzkrieg," which translates to "lightning war."
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