Great Offensive

The Great Offensive refers to a significant military campaign, often aimed at achieving decisive victories in a conflict. One prominent example is the 1916 campaign during World War I, where Allied forces launched a large-scale assault against German positions. The goal was to break through enemy lines and gain an advantage, but it resulted in massive casualties and little territorial gain. More broadly, the term can apply to any major offensive operation intended to shift the balance of power in a war. Such offensives are critical in shaping the outcomes of conflicts and influencing subsequent military strategies.