Good response Asterix, but I still agree with Sloniksp, I cannot imagine any outcome worse than what happened historically. Maybe the deficiencies in the French army would have been recognized and dealt with in a more timely manner because of said offensive.

What I find funny however, is that from what you wrote, it sounds like the French Army was pretty much defeated by some mines, some trees, and a couple of old guys lol. What a great Army. Why would Winston Churchhill ever have said "Thank God for the French Army". Sorry, but how'd they win WW1 again?!?