Open AccessGERMAN LOGISTICAL PREPARATIONS FOR THE 1939 BLITZER UPON POLAND: LOGISTIC INTELLIGENCE PERSPECTIVE
Author(s) -
Mitro Prihantoro
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
addaiyan journal of arts humanaties and social sciences
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2581-8783
DOI - 10.36099/ajahss.3.9.8
Subject(s) - offensive , german , adversary , politics , business , operations research , political science , computer science , engineering , computer security , history , law , archaeology
Logistical support was essential to maintain the German offensive's momentum during the Blitzkrieg on Poland in 1939. The Blitzkrieg launched by Germany against Poland was supported by combat logistics ranging from planning the logistical needs of operations to logistics distribution. For this reason, intelligence capabilities that can provide accurate information about the condition of logistics are needed, mainly logistical estimates in addition to information on other military aspects. The purpose of this paper is to analyse Germany's preparations for the Blitzkrieg against Poland in 1939 from the perspective of logistical intelligence. The method used in this writing is descriptive with a literature study approach. In analysing the substance focus, both information and data are obtained from open sources, including mass media, electronic media, literature, and other open sources. Based on German intelligence information about the enemy's current and ongoing activities, led Hitler to carry out an arms program to keep up with the development of the political situation by developing the weaponry of his armed forces. Logistics depots are prepared according to the disposition of the frontline troops to re-equip and adjust with information about the area of operation analysis.