Battle of the Third Reich Chapter 209: The destruction of the empire (5)

When the agreed time came, the Germans still did not receive any news from the military envoys, so according to the original plan, the Cypress Army was fully activated, and the 7th Armored Division first launched a tentative attack on the British positions.

Speaking of fighting urban street battles, the German Army has long accumulated a set of experience in France. For these British Guards who are limited to talking about soldiers on paper, they are obviously a lot wiser. The British Royal Guards are composed of field infantry, and they are trained in positional combat. In history, they were more often as royal minions, going to various colonies to expand territory or suppress uprisings and riots. Compared with the German Army, their advantage is that the officers and soldiers are very familiar with the battlefield environment. After all, this is their own territory.

The No. 4 tank of the first battalion and four companies is the original model. The main armor is not strengthened like the G type. The main gun is still the short tube 75mm, but these indicators are still sufficient to meet the current combat needs. In the case that heavy artillery cannot be used, this low-speed artillery provides the strongest direct firepower for the Synchronized Forces. The second place is the 80mm mortar carried by the battalion artillery.

The infantrymen of the Sixth Infantry Regiment are ready to attack. The commander anticipates that they should encounter fierce resistance from the British defenders. The commander must be psychologically prepared, and there may be considerable casualties.

As expected by the German command, the Germans were caught in a dilemma of being passively beaten as soon as the two forces first contacted. With their familiarity with the terrain, the British defenders attacked the German forces from various hidden firepower points. Although the tanks were struggling to cover, the German assault infantry was still suppressed by the British crossfire on both sides of the street. The battle gradually developed into a white-hot development. The German infantry was under tremendous pressure and fell into a bitter battle for a while.

As the armored force commander worried at first, because of the terrain. His tank company couldn't deploy the line of fire at all, and could only rely on the solid armor to stand up to the opponent's artillery. Cunning British soldier. The anti-tank guns were installed in the buildings on both sides of the street at the intersection, and the British army piled thick sandbags inside the houses. The anti-tank gun only relies on a narrow gap to shoot out.

Although this artillery cannot penetrate the frontal armor of the No. 4 tank, it does not need to be completely destroyed to stop the tank from advancing. The lead tank No. 4 finally destroyed one of the anti-tank bunker after being hit by more than a dozen rounds of shells. Just when it was about to turn to pick up the next firepower point, the continuously damaged track was finally overwhelmed. The position broke, and as the tank continued to advance, the track slipped onto the street.

The driver noticed that the vehicle was out of control. Hastily stepped on the brake. The huge No. 4 tank collapsed in the middle of the road, blocking the street in half. The British anti-tank gunners were overjoyed and quickly focused their firepower on the other half of the road. They were ready to wait for the next reckless German tank to show up. .

The German tank company commander is an experienced commander. How could he not know the British plan? In his opinion, the purpose of this probing attack has basically been achieved. It is not that the German army has encountered similar failures. The opponent stalked and fought. What should be done now is to quickly leave contact with the enemy, withdraw to the starting position, and then adjust the offensive tactics. Fight again after regrouping.

The company commander reported the current situation to the command via radio. Ludwick was not a muddlehead. He immediately agreed to the company commander's request for retreat.

Although the commander's permission was obtained, the German tanks couldn't just walk away. Before the armored forces withdrew, they had to cover the German infantry from the front. Compared to the tragic attack, the German retreat went smoothly. Under the double cover of tank guns and smoke, the infantry began to evacuate the battlefield in an orderly manner. It is worth mentioning that. Despite the setbacks, the soldiers did not feel depressed. These are elites of the hundred battles, who have long been mentally trained to be stronger than tank armor plates.

The German infantry took away all the wounded and some of the dead bodies during the retreat. Because the remains of some sacrificed officers and soldiers were within the line of fire of the British army, they could only be left in the middle of the battlefield.

The first German attack was repelled and the morale of the British defenders was boosted. From the starting position of the German troops, cheers from the opposite side could be heard. However, the German army was completely unmoved. If they couldn't bear even this small failure, how could they be qualified to claim to be the elite of Cypress.

As if nothing had happened, the army gathered the retreating troops step by step, gathered the dead bodies, and sent the wounded to the field hospital. At the same time, a new infantry offensive company began to form, the infantry counted ammunition and load, and began to prepare for the next attack.

The British Royal Guard is a different scene. These soldiers, who were originally arrogant, have almost raised their noses to the sky. The British showed off a rare victory, and the soldiers scoffed at the embarrassment of the German retreat. An argument spread quickly on the ground. The so-called invincible German Army was nothing more than that. They could only flee in embarrassment in front of the elite Guardsmen. The rumors on the market before were all fictitious. The Germans were able to win only because They have never encountered a decent opponent. The soldiers came to the city not because the Germans were strong, but because the friendly forces were really incompetent.

Most of these officers and soldiers were incorporated into the army when the Cold Creek Regiment was rebuilt. From their bones, they have a pride that surpasses other British forces. As one of the oldest units in the British army, the Cold Creek Regiment has With such great prestige, these officers and soldiers have grown up listening to the legends about Lengxi regiment since they were young. If they can become members of this legendary army, they will of course inevitably fall into self-expansion.

"It's really simple guys, but they're pretty good." In the regiment headquarters on the other side of the Thames, the current Cold Creek regiment commander, Victor School, put down the phone in his hand.

"Report the situation to the headquarters immediately. Your Royal Highness will be happy about it." Victor said to his adjutant.

"Yes, sir." The adjutant saluteed and turned and walked out of the office.

"This was a good start. To be honest, I didn't expect them to actually withstand the first round of the German attack." Sitting on a sofa in the corner of the office, a middle-aged gentleman smiled to Victor. Said. This man was wearing a black formal dress with gold cuffs, a red ribbon straddling his chest, and a few shiny medals hung beside the ribbon.

"You are right. This is a good start, Sir Simon. It seems that we... at least here in the Cold Creek Regiment can guarantee the completion of the tasks assigned by His Highness. Hold the line of defense for twelve hours. If the Germans Still maintaining this offensive rhythm, we may be able to hold on longer." Victor stood in front of the Jazz. Replied respectfully.

"If this is better, if it can blow the morale of the Germans and make them feel that the British* team is still strong, then it will be of great help to our future plans. If the Germans can be made When they feel that conquering this country may have to pay a very high price, they will definitely tend to cooperate with us so that we can gain more say in the negotiation.

If you can really exceed the tasks assigned by your highness, I think your highness will never forget your merits, how many schools are Vic. I told you already. Allegiance to Your Highness will be the most correct choice you make in your life. You are a wise man, unlike the stubborn fellow Clint, you will surely rise to the top, Major, I hope you can remember what I said today. "Sir Simon drew two cigars from his pocket and handed one to Victor. The British major was flattered and hurriedly took two steps to take it with both hands.

"Thank you very much, Sir, if it weren't for your guidance. I'm still using them as cannon fodder stupidly." Victor took out a match from his pocket, struck it, and lit a cigar for Simon. smoke.

"Sir!" The adjutant's anxious voice sounded at the door, and then the young guard officer hurried into the room.

"I just received a call from the headquarters. The Germans broke through the Welsh regiment's defenses ten minutes ago. The Germans are crossing the Thames from Lambeth Bridge. A battalion of the Welsh regiment has been annihilated. The remaining troops We are retreating in the direction of Hyde Park. The above commanded that we must guard the Westminster Bridge and must not allow the German armored forces to cross the river." The deputy reported attentively.

"What, how did it become like this, this group of incompetent Welsh junks, don't they know that once they retreat. Our entire flank will be exposed to the German army?" Victor hurried to the desk , Check the map on the table.

"It's not just the flanks. After the Lambeth Bridge, the Germans can go straight to Buckingham Palace. The Guards Grenadier regiment guards Buckingham. I don't know how long they can hold on. We are running out of time. I I'm going to see your Royal Highness right away." Sir Simon stood up quickly, dangling his cigar, and sorted out the ribbon and the ceremonial sword hanging on his waist.

"How many schools in Vic, you must hold on to the Westminster Bridge. This is related to the success or failure of our plan. In any case, we cannot let the Germans go one step further. I believe you will not fail me and your Highness to you. Hope, I will keep in touch with you." Simon said to Victor.

"Don't worry, Cold Creek Regiment is different from Welsh waste. All of them are tough guys. Even if we only have one soldier left, we will not let the Germans pass through our defense line." Victor replied loudly. . At this moment, the phone rang on the desk quickly, and Victor quickly reached out and picked up the handset.

"How much school I am from Vic~IndoMTL.com~What? I didn't catch it, you say it again! When and how did it happen... How did you tell me before, I ordered it long ago You... In any case, you must take back the position to me. I don't care how many casualties you have... This is not a reason... Reinforcement? I will deploy a company to support you, before you do so. The existing line of defense must be kept. You know the consequences of retreating without authorization, Captain, if you lose your position again, I will go to the front and shoot you myself!"

Victor fell off the telephone receiver severely, and then he reported to Simon with an awkward look.

"The Germans had just launched a second offensive. They have already occupied the outer positions of Waterloo Station. The infantry company guarding the position lost more than half of the losses. According to the frontline commander’s report, the first to break through was a group of German SS soldiers. It can be confirmed that the troops opposite us are indeed directly under the German head of state."

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