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Defining Victory in WWII
In this segment, Sarah Paine explores the complex question of what it would mean for Germany to win World War II. She discusses the implications of total control over Europe and the strategic decisions made by Hitler, suggesting that a more cautious approach could have led to a different historical outcome. Paine emphasizes the geographical limitations of Germany compared to Britain and argues for a reevaluation of naval strategy, proposing that a focus on submarines might have changed the course of the war.
"When we're trying to explain who wins a big war like this by 1942, what is the way in which Germany would have won? >> Define win. If Germany's win means controlling the entire continent plus Britain ..."
Defining Victory in WWII
In this segment, Sarah Paine explores the complex question of what it would mean for Germany to win World War II. She discusses the implications of territorial control over Europe and Britain, and how a more strategic approach by Hitler, such as limiting expansion to areas with significant German populations, could have altered the course of history. Paine emphasizes the geographical disadvantages Germany faced, particularly in naval power compared to Britain, and suggests that a different naval strategy could have changed the outcome.
"When we're trying to explain who wins a big war like this by 1942, what is the way in which Germany would have won? >> Define win. If Germany's win means controlling the entire continent plus Britain ..."