Table of Contents

Chapter 1 A Lost Battle This would provide a synopsis of Fall Gelb in May 1940 and the overall strategic situation. Chapter 2 France on the Edge This chapter would delve into greater detail on the French political-military leadership in early June 1940, their resources and options. Chapter 3 A Second BEF This chapter would cover Britain’s commitments to France in June 1940 and the dispatch of the second BEF. Chapter 4 Fall Rot This chapter would cover the German armies in France in early June 1940, their operational plans and objectives. Chapter 5 Counterattack Would cover the Anglo-French counterattack at Abbeville and efforts to create a defensive line. Chapter 6 Schwerpunkt (Main Effort) This chapter would detail the German assault upon the Weygand Line. Chapter 7 Collapse This chapter would cover the collapse of the front, Italy’s entry into the war, the loss of part of the 51st Highland Division and the German occupation of Paris. Chapter 8 To the Coast This chapter would cover the final week of the campaign, from 14 to 21 June 1940, including the British evacuation operations and culminating with the French armistice. Chapter 9 Occupation The German occupation of France, focusing on the exploitation of captured military and industrial resources to enhance its war effort. It would also cover related issues, such as the large numbers of POWs and initial efforts at collaboration and resistance. Chapter 10 The Reckoning The military-political collapse of France and examine the long-term implications for Anglo-French collaboration during the rest of World War II.

Promotional Information

Case Red tells the epic story of the Fall of France in 1940 in the face of the Blitzkrieg launched by the Nazi German military machine.

About the Author

Robert Forczyk has a PhD in International Relations and National Security from the University of Maryland and a strong background in European and Asian military history. He retired as a lieutenant colonel from the US Army Reserves having served 18 years as an armour officer in the US 2nd and 4th infantry divisions and as an intelligence officer in the 29th Infantry Division (Light). Dr Forczyk is currently a consultant in the Washington, DC area.

Reviews

The book constitutes an excellent summary of the conflict in the West from September 1939 to May 1940, the best for a long time.
*Ligne de Front*

This is a gem of a book on a relatively little-known element of the fighting in 1940.
*Miniature Wargames*