In 1940, the fall of France marked a pivotal moment in World War II as German forces swiftly overwhelmed French defenses. The Blitzkrieg strategy, characterized by rapid and coordinated attacks, allowed the German military to bypass the heavily fortified Maginot Line and encircle the Allied forces. The subsequent surrender of France on June 22, 1940, not only dealt a significant blow to the Allied powers but also led to the establishment of the collaborationist Vichy government in the southern part of the country. @AnyHistory

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