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What aspect of Vauban's tactics remained in use until the mid-20th century?
His arrow formation
His offensive tactics
His naval tactics
His desert warfare tactics
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Vauban's offensive tactics remained in use until the mid-20th century because they were so effective. Vauban was a French military engineer who is credited with developing many of the fortifications that are still used today. His offensive tactics were based on the use of siege artillery to bombard enemy fortifications and create breaches in their walls.
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