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I was reading about Crete and discovered that originally there were two German plans to capture Crete.
XI Fliegerkorps proposed simultaneous drops on seven different sites to capture all key points at once.
Luftflotte IV wanted airborne landings only around Maleme and Canea, following up with a ground advance eastwards. The plan decided on was a compromise between the two, with the results we all know.
What if the Germans decide to go with the Maleme focus? How would the battle play out? I reckon the Germans would win, due to their air superiority and focused resources. How about you?

Source: Forty, G. Battle of Crete. Ian Allan Publishing, Hersham, 2001. Page 53
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