EDIT IMW862756 French troops heading to the Eastern Front 1914

The transcript discusses Plan 17, a French military strategy focused on deploying forces on the eastern frontiers, driven by a desire to reclaim territories lost to Germany in 1870. Despite news from Belgium, the French army continues its eastward march, emphasizing offensive tactics believed to ensure victory.

What is the primary focus of Plan 17 in the French military strategy?

• To negotiate peace with Germany

• To deploy forces on the eastern frontiers

• To defend the western frontiers

• To strengthen naval forces

What motivates the French military strategy in Plan 17?

• Economic benefits

• Political alliances

• Emotional desire to reclaim lost territories

• Technological advancements

How does the news from Belgium affect the French army's strategy?

• It causes them to retreat

• It leads to a change in their course

• It prompts them to seek diplomatic solutions

• It does not alter their eastward march

What is the French General Staff's belief about offensive tactics?

• They guarantee victory in any situation

• They are only effective in defensive positions

• They require significant resources

• They are risky and should be avoided

What is the perceived virtue of offensive strategies according to the French General Staff?

• They are easy to implement

• They are universally accepted

• They ensure victory regardless of conditions

• They are cost-effective