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Transcript of German invasion of Yugoslavia in 1941
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Presented By:Capt RADNPK Ranaweera RSPJC & SC - 46
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“He who remains in his trenches will be beaten”
by Napoleon Bonaparte
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Aim
Introduction
Background
The invasion
Factors led for the Axis victory
Conclusion
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The aim of this presentation is to give a brief idea about German invasion of Yugoslavia in 1941 and to highlight
the factors led to the German’s victory
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INTRODUCTION
6Kingdom of Yugoslavia in 1941 Cont…
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Nazi rally in Germany
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Hitler with his military advisers 9
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Phase I - Overpowering of the Yugoslav defences
Phase II - Capture of vital territories and surrender the Yugoslavian armed forces
THE INVASION
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The Luftwaffe in operation punishment
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Operation Punishment conducted by the Luftwaffe
BELGRAD
SARAJEVO
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The land battle map
ROMANIA
MACEDONIA
HUNGARY
BULGERIA
ITALY
Belgrade
Nis
SarajevoItalian Army
Hungerian Army
14st panzer Div
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FACTORS LED FOR THE GERMANSVICTORY
Political aim of the Hitler.
Selection & maintenance of military aim
Proper planning & execution
Effective use of airpower
Cooperation among Axis forces
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Speed of action caused surprise
Concentration of forces to the Yugoslaviafrom deferent approaches
Swift and bold offensives
High moral of Axis soldiers
Proper application of fire power
Maximum utilization of technology
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