Heinz Guderian

Heinz Guderian was a German general and a pioneer of armored warfare during World War II. He believed in using fast, coordinated tank and motorized units to break through enemy lines and manipulate battlefield conditions, a strategy called blitzkrieg. His ideas revolutionized military tactics, making tanks central to modern warfare. Guderian’s leadership was crucial during early German victories, although his influence declined later in the war. He is regarded as one of the most influential military strategists in the development of armored combat.