EDIT IMW862756 French troops heading to the Eastern Front 1914

The transcript discusses Plan 17, a French military strategy focused on deploying forces on the eastern frontiers, driven by a desire to reclaim territories lost to Germany in 1870. Despite news from Belgium, the French army continues its eastward march, emphasizing offensive tactics believed to ensure victory.

What is the main objective of Plan 17 as described in the text?

How does the text describe the sentiment behind the plan to reclaim eastern provinces?

What impact does the news from Belgium have on the French armies' plans according to the text?

What is the significance of the offensive strategy in the French General staff's approach?

In what way does the text suggest that the offensive has a 'supernatural virtue'?