Frank Capra's 1943 propaganda film "Divide and Conquer," part of the "Why We Fight" series, utilizes animation and newsreels to explain and condemn the German Blitzkrieg strategy. The film illustrates how Germany used rapid, combined-arms tactics to bypass fortifications, encircle Allied forces, and quickly conquer Western Europe, thereby demonstrating the necessity of American involvement in World War II. | History In Pictures

Blitzkrieg - Modern Warfare Tactics Blitzkrieg, meaning "lightning war," is a military strategy developed by Germany during World War II, emphasizing rapid, coordinated attacks using combined forces of infantry, tanks, and air support. The goal is to surprise and overwhelm the enemy, disrupting their defenses and communication. This tactic relies on speed and mobility, allowing forces to penetrate deep into enemy territory quickly. Blitzkrieg effectively demonstrated the importance of mechanized