The Z-Plan was an ambitious German naval surface fleet build up that Hitler approved.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plan_Z
I recall reading a few articles and commentary lampooning it as grossly inappropriate for the Germany's situation and a misallocation of resources.
However, the plan was only launched in early 1939, and almost all of its authorized construction was cancelled and diverted to more urgent uses once war was actually declared in September 1939?
So how much difference did did it make since it affected German production for only 6 to 9 months?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plan_Z
I recall reading a few articles and commentary lampooning it as grossly inappropriate for the Germany's situation and a misallocation of resources.
However, the plan was only launched in early 1939, and almost all of its authorized construction was cancelled and diverted to more urgent uses once war was actually declared in September 1939?
So how much difference did did it make since it affected German production for only 6 to 9 months?