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What policy did Barclay initiate during the French invasion?

  • Scorched earth

  • Blitzkrieg

  • Trench warfare

  • Guerrilla tactics

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Scorched earth was a policy initiated by General Barclay during the French invasion of Russia in 1812. This strategy involved destroying crops, villages, and other resources to deprive the invading army of supplies and support. By implementing this policy, Barclay aimed to slow down the French advance and make it more difficult for them to sustain their campaign.
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