Polish Campaign, 1939

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Article abstract: Type of action: Ground battles in World War II. Result: Decisive German victory.

In spring of 1939, Germany demanded that Poland allow it to annex Danzig and construct a corridor through Poland. In response, Britain and France pledged their support. Believing invasion was likely, Poland devised a strategic defense plan, Plan Z, which counted on France to quickly mobilize and assault western Germany, thereby drawing away German troops and allowing for Polish counterattacks. However, because of French ambivalence, mobilization was delayed, and...

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