What was the name of Germany's military plan at the outbreak of World War I?

• A. Schlieffen Plan
• B. Blitzkrieg Strategy
• C. Maginot Line
• D. Von Schlieffen Strategy

Answer: (A)

The correct answer is the Schlieffen Plan, which was Germany's strategic military plan at the outbreak of World War I. Designed by General Alfred von Schlieffen, this plan aimed to quickly defeat France by advancing through Belgium and then redirecting forces to the Eastern Front to fight against Russia. The main objective was to avoid a prolonged two-front war, which Germany believed could lead to its defeat.

The Schlieffen Plan was pivotal in shaping early World War I actions, as it dictated how Germany mobilized and engaged its forces initially. The plan relied on rapid movement and surprise, which, if successful, would lead to a swift German victory in the west before focusing on the eastern flank.

Other options, like the Blitzkrieg Strategy, refer to tactics used during World War II, focusing on fast, decisive victories through coordinated attacks using aircraft and armored vehicles. The Maginot Line pertains to a French defensive line built to deter German invasion, which came into play during World War II rather than World War I. The term "Von Schlieffen Strategy" could be considered a misnomer as it often is less commonly used and lacks the historical recognition that the Schlieffen Plan has.