Battle of France

The Battle of France, in 1940 during World War II, was when Nazi Germany launched a rapid and aggressive invasion of France and neighboring countries. Using a surprise "blitzkrieg" tactic combining fast-moving tanks, aircraft, and infantry, Germany bypassed France’s heavily fortified Maginot Line and quickly advanced through the dense Ardennes Forest. This overwhelmed Allied forces, leading to the rapid fall of France in just over six weeks. The victory allowed Germany to control much of Western Europe, changing the course of the war and forcing the Allies to reconsider their strategies.