explain why for intentional purposes, german forces needed to invade Britian if they were to hold western europe. what efforts they make to do this?
i confused on this i think maybe britain real strong so germany want to invade first but what real reason?
Britain not only had a strong army, it also had a strong navy and air force. Germany wanted British industries and its raw materials from its colonies -- India and some African territories.
thank you ms. sue i be clear on one thing is it as well because they prevent britain from fighting back and they gain control of it. efforts they make to do this, they attacked with air commands and target cities and military camps i think
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To understand why the German forces needed to invade Britain for the purpose of holding Western Europe, we need to look at the broader context of World War II. At the time, Germany, under Adolf Hitler, sought to establish dominance over Europe by expanding its empire. However, for Germany to maintain control over Western Europe, it had to control the English Channel and deprive Britain of its resources and strategic advantages. This sought-after invasion was known as "Operation Sea Lion."
There were several key reasons why Germany wanted to invade Britain:
1. Strategic Importance: Britain served as a significant threat to Germany's control over Western Europe. With its strong naval power, air force, and geographical location, Britain posed a significant obstacle to Germany's expansion plans.
2. Air Superiority: German forces believed that air supremacy was crucial to a successful invasion. By neutralizing the Royal Air Force (RAF) through air superiority, Germany aimed to pave the way for a successful invasion and occupation of Britain.
3. Resources and Industry: Britain possessed vital industrial capabilities and resources that would have strengthened the German war effort. By controlling Britain's factories, docks, and resources, Germany could have secured its hold on Western Europe and bolstered its military power.
To achieve these goals, Germany made several efforts to invade Britain:
1. Luftwaffe Bombing Campaign: The Luftwaffe, Germany's air force, launched a massive bombing campaign against Britain, known as the Blitz, in 1940. The objective was to weaken British defenses, disrupt production, and break the morale of the British people. However, despite heavy bombardment, Britain's ability to fend off the Luftwaffe ultimately prevented a German victory.
2. The Battle of Britain: The Battle of Britain unfolded primarily in the skies above the English Channel. It involved the intense aerial combat between the RAF and the Luftwaffe. The RAF successfully defended Britain against German attacks, gaining air superiority and forcing Hitler to postpone Operation Sea Lion indefinitely.
3. Naval Operations: German naval forces conducted raids and submarine operations in an attempt to disrupt British shipping and naval power. Yet, despite significant losses inflicted on Britain's merchant fleet, the Royal Navy maintained control over the English Channel and prevented a large-scale invasion.
In summary, Germany needed to invade Britain to establish control over Western Europe. The strategic importance of Britain, its strong defenses, industrial capabilities, and resources all played a part in Germany's determination. Despite extensive efforts, including air campaigns and naval operations, Germany was unable to successfully invade Britain, leading to the ultimate failure of Operation Sea Lion.