- By drawing German forces away from the Soviet Union, the Allies would allow the Soviets to make territorial gains and strengthen their position in the war.
- If too much of the Wehrmacht was transferred West to stop an invasion, the Soviets could launch a massive offensive to exploit this weakness.
- The Allies could link up with and supply the resistance movements active in German occupied territories, boosting morale and strengthening the potential invasion force when it arrived.
A second front in Europe would provide a direct supply route to the Soviet Union.
- The Soviet military was severely depleted by the losses suffered in Operation Barbarossa, and they desperately needed supplies to continue fighting.
- Establishing a direct supply line through Europe would allow the Allies to provide the Soviets with the materials and equipment they needed to continue fighting the German army.
A second front in Europe would boost Allied morale and public support for the war.
- The war had been going on for several years and the Allies had yet to achieve a major victory. By opening a second front in Europe, the Allies could demonstrate their commitment to defeating Germany and boost morale at home and among their troops.
A second front in Europe could lead to Germany’s defeat.
- If the Allies could successfully open a second front in Europe and force the Germans to divert significant resources to the Western Front, it could lead to Germany’s defeat.