No. of Recommendations: 3
Agreed. And according to this, TSM Dope, would've been on the side of the Torries, urging Washington to give up as he couldn't fight the British, even with the help of the French. "Washington wants to fight to the last Frenchman!", Dope exclaimed.
Examples of Historical Wars of Attrition:
World War I (Western and Italian Fronts):
The trench warfare on the Western Front and the battles along the Italian front are prime examples of attrition warfare. Both sides suffered massive casualties with limited territorial gains, highlighting the strategy's focus on gradual depletion.
War of Attrition (1969-1970):.
This conflict between Egypt and Israel involved sustained fighting along the Suez Canal, with the goal of wearing down the opposing force.
The American Revolutionary War:
Continental forces adopted a strategy of survival and exhaustion, aiming to deplete British resources and resolve over time.
Stalingrad (World War II):
The Soviet defense of Stalingrad involved a prolonged and costly urban battle, effectively bleeding the German forces.
The Spanish Civil War (later stages):
The latter stages of the Spanish Civil War saw a shift towards attritional tactics as both sides faced significant losses.
The Second Sino-Japanese War:
Chinese forces utilized strategic withdrawals and endurance tactics to wear down the Japanese military.
The Sri Lankan Civil War (post-2005):
The protracted sieges and campaigns against the LTTE in Sri Lanka are considered a modern example of attrition warfare.
The Siege of Sarajevo (Yugoslav Wars):
The prolonged siege of Sarajevo involved intense fighting and a focus on inflicting casualties and disrupting life in the city.
