| ID | 187230 |
| Title Proper | Hitler’s ‘Intuition’, Luftwaffe Photoreconnaissance, and the Reinforcement of Normandy |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | R. J. Lahey ; Lahey, R. J |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | In early 1944, the future Allied landing sites in Normandy were lightly defended by Germany. By D-Day, 6 June 1944, that had changed. Erwin Rommel’s beach obstacles and onshore “asparagus” intended to disrupt any landings are well known. But the defending forces had increased markedly: two airborne units protecting the Cotentin, a Panzer division at Caen, two others within reach, and all coastal sectors reinforced. What caused the sudden attention to Normandy? The impetus clearly came from Adolf Hitler, and a common explanation is his “intuition.” A far better one, this account argues, comes from examining the Kriegsmarine analysis of Luftwaffe photoreconnaissance efforts, which can directly explain Hitler’s actions. |
| `In' analytical Note | Journal of Military History Vol. 86, No.1; Jan 2022: p.77–109 |
| Journal Source | Journal of Military History 2022-03 86, 1 |
| Key Words | Hitler’s ‘Intuition ; Luftwaffe Photoreconnaissance |