On the French side, planning after the disaster at Wissembourg had become essential. General Le Bœuf, flushed with anger, was intent upon going on the offensive over the Saar and countering their loss. However, planning for the next encounter was more based upon the reality of unfolding events rather than emotion or pride, as Intendant General Wolff told him and his staff that supply beyond the Saar would be impossible. Therefore, the armies of France would take up a defensive position that would protect against every possible attack point, but also left the armies unable to support each other. COUNT 5
QSN1 Which disaster made French planning supremely essential? ANS1 the disaster at Wissembourg QSN2 Which general was determined to go on the attack over Saar? ANS2 General Le Bœuf QSN3 Planning for the next battle was less based on emotion and more focused on what? ANS3 the reality of unfolding events QSN4 Who told LeBoeuf that supply beyond the Saar would be impossible? ANS4 General Wolff QSN5 What did the French armies decide on to protect against every possible attack point? ANS5 a defensive position