Maginot Line (historical reference)

The Maginot Line was a French defensive fortification built along the eastern border with Germany after World War I, aiming to prevent invasion. Completed in the 1920s, it included bunkers, gun emplacements, and obstacles. However, in 1940, during World War II, Germany bypassed the line by invading through Belgium, rendering it ineffective. The term "Maginot Line" now symbolizes any strategy that relies solely on static defenses instead of adaptable tactics, illustrating the need for comprehensive planning in military and other contexts.