Britain at War - Going to War

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When did the German Army Invade Poland?
1 September 1939
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So far Britain and France had been ignoring German activity. What was this called?
Appeasement
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Where did they expect Germany to invade France?
The French-German Border
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How many troops were defending this border by May 1940?
394,165
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What about the German attack surprised Britain and France?
Its Speed and Direction
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Where did the invasion come from?
Luxemburg, Netherlands and Belgium
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Winston Churchill was an MP who constantly criticised what?
Appeasement
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What was Churchill put in charge of?
The Navy
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When was Churchill made prime minister?
10th May 1940
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What did Churchill have a great ability to do?
Inspire people to keep going in the fight/raise morale
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So far Britain and France had been ignoring German activity. What was this called?

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Appeasement

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Where did they expect Germany to invade France?

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How many troops were defending this border by May 1940?

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What about the German attack surprised Britain and France?

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