As Count Roberts' mindset changed, the South African battlefield saw a rather negative shift. The Allies, who had always taken the initiative to attack, abandoned their original style and turned instead to the normal operating mode of the army.
According to the previous state of the British forces, they aimed to directly use "advanced" military weapons to immediately incapacitate East Africa, but they greatly underestimated this opponent.
In fact, the adjustment by Count Roberts also aligned with the thoughts of the frontline commanders. Don't be misled by battle reports announcing "great victories" frequently. In reality, the British frontline commanders were suffering silently, unable to openly admit their lack of preparation and the adverse outcomes caused by underestimating the enemy.
