Fixing Allied command and control in the Battle of France

Daniel doubts that foreknowledge alone would overcome the French Army's organizational weaknesses, while Alex argues that warning France of the attack route could turn the campaign into a much more costly struggle for Germany. Their proposed communications remedy is to attach British portable-radio teams to French headquarters as Allied cooperation units. These teams could coordinate operations quickly while French formations faced a choice between acting immediately and waiting hours for confirmation through their own channels. The diagnosis concerns command and control rather than the courage or fighting ability of French soldiers. Command changes driven by personal antagonism are another concern, although the identity behind the example is recalled uncertainly. Alan Brooke's childhood French is suggested as a reason to consider him for senior liaison work.