Norway offers an unattractive Allied invasion route in this counterfactual because of its difficult amphibious conditions. The interpretation of Germany's historical success gives greater weight to Norwegian failures of preparation than to German amphibious skill. Earlier reserve mobilisation, radio warnings, and support for naval officers are identified as measures that could have made the German operation much harder. Clear orders and prepared deputies would also have reduced hesitation within the Norwegian chain of command.
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Norwegian readiness and the risks of an Allied return
Norway remains a difficult Allied landing option, while the interpretation of German success in 1940 focuses on Norwegian preparation.