1. The Prussian Military and German Unification
The increase of both the army size and the length of service time, would drastically change Bismarck's capabilities in Europe. ... The Prussian military proved its discipline and strength during the Austro-Prussian War. ... French military strength was modern, with the exception of artillery, but suffered from a lack of discipline, the mobilisation of their troops was exceptionally slow. With their haste, the German armies quickly beat back the French leading to the Battle of Sedan, the Siege of Metz that followed would be the defeat of the French army and the humiliating capture of Napo...
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