Question

Map of Europe. In the center of the map, in orange, are Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy. To the east, highlighted in grey, is Russia. To the west, also highlighted in grey, is France and Britain. Public Domain What aspect of the Schlieffen Plan is illustrated by this map? If France and Russia attacked Germany, Germany would face a war on two fronts. If France attacked Russia, French troops would have to move through Germany. If Russia attacked Germany, France would be too far away to offer support. If Germany attacked Russia, France would be too far away to offer support.

Answer 1

The map is representing the idea of Germany being surrounded and fighting a war on 2 fronts. Hitler's choice to turn on his ally, Stalin, led to the two front war. This forced Hitler to transport troops away from the Western Front and go to the Eastern Front.