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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1919
Page
13
General Ludendorff claims American forces halted a 1918 offensive through rapid retreats and propaganda. He asserts the March attack decision involved the Crown Prince to counter Bavarian influence, suggesting coordinated efforts to end the war on Germany's terms failed.
Fragmentary OCR outlines German aims in World War I focusing on Ludendorff choosing the Arras St Quentin front for a big attack to split British and French forces. It notes fear of American deployment, weather affecting orders set for March 21, and mentions Crown Prince legal moves for direct control.
General Erich von Ludendorff discusses multi front attack strategy with three sectors under consideration. He notes deception via dummy works, massive supply mobilization, and preparations for crossings, focusing on Verdun center as most feasible due to favorable tactical conditions and year round feasibility.
General Pershing discusses Ludendorff's planned 1918 offensive in the west, weighing center versus northern thrusts, the aim to cut the English from the French, and the need for tactical feasibility. He details army groupings, French and British positions, and his views on peace negotiations and mobilization.
Nearly 1,000 service men marched through Cumberland for a welcome home reception. A free supper followed at city hall, with Knights of Columbus distributing cigarettes and gum. Third National Bank president Weber bought cigarettes for the troops. Baltimore Street section roped off for dancing as the M C A provided beverages. Elie Sheets from Washington performed with his drum corps.
In Rockville Maryland on September 13 Rev P Rowland Wagner officiated at the marriage of Viola B Ratcliffe and Lawrence H Raines of Moss neck Virginia at the minister home The report also notes burglaries in Hagerstown and Rockville areas and a Baltimore pastor receiving a call to Grace Baptist Church
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