jun 30, 1914 - Start of the Schlieffen Plan
Description:
The Schlieffen relied on 3 things:1. German speed (300 miles in 6 weeks)
2. Slow Russian Mobilization (they took just over 2 weeks apposed to the expected 6)
3. The British not getting involved.
Added to timeline:
Date:
jun 30, 1914
Now
~ 111 years ago