Battle of the Third Reich Chapter 237: Big fire and (3)

The size of the Sd.Kfz-223 armored communications vehicle is really small, and the size is about the same as a barrel car. Speaking of the German Army’s 222 armored vehicle series, if it weren’t for a 20 mm caliber in the turret The machine gun is not as deterrent in appearance as the Rolls-Royce in front of it.

This four-wheeled light reconnaissance vehicle equipped by Germany is very suitable for activities in the narrow road network of European cities and towns. It can walk the streets and alleys and drill alleys without any scruples. It is 4 meters long and 195 meters wide. , The empty car weighs only four tons, basically as long as it is a road that can drive a carriage, this kind of car can easily pass on it.

The design of European military vehicles in the early twentieth century was not only constrained by engine horsepower and production costs, but also considered the combat environment and the actual needs of the troops. The road conditions in the German countryside are generally not very good. Otherwise, there is no need to distribute high-tube military boots to soldiers. Although there are highways paved with high-grade cement and military construction standards, the overall number is still too small. The circulation of goods mainly depends on the railway.

The 22X series of light wheeled reconnaissance vehicles of the German Army, at the beginning of its design, only considered combat and auxiliary operations in the country's territory, so the conditions must meet the driving standards of German urban roads. The 222 itself is not big, and even with the 20 turret, the total height is only about 1.7 meters. And this 223 model with a small machine gun tower looks even smaller. If it weren't for a frame antenna on the top of the car, it might be regarded as a toy car. But if you really think of this thing as a toy, you will surely be swollen on the battlefield by this car.

Marshal Blumberg was assassinated in Shanghai. This kind of news could not be blocked. At that time, there were at least two hundred news media workers, documentary crews from several film companies, and even the entire assassination. During the process, I am afraid that the Marshal, the first military dignitaries in the world to be assassinated in front of the camera lens.

The news of the Marshal's assassination was delayed by the Ministry of Industry for three days. This is already a remarkable achievement in the history of the Shanghai concession authorities. In fact, on the night of the assassination, several well-known newspapers in Shanghai had already drafted press releases, ready to launch a full-scale mockery of the Japanese. As a result, the Bureau of the Ministry of Industry held a meeting overnight and agreed to disclose the details of the case to them afterwards. This delayed the press release for three days.

If it were placed a few months ago, these newspapers would not give much face to the Ministry of Industry, and they might have a reputation for defying power and independent journalism.

The media in Shanghai at that time had both hard-core heroes and servile traitors. Today is different from the past. The city has become an isolated island surrounded by the Japanese army. Even if editors and reporters don't think about themselves, they have to worry about their families. If the newspaper is shut down, it will be a big deal for a bite to eat, but if the whole family is driven out of the rental industry, it will really kill people.

The major media who have been hiding in the concession over the years have been stunned by the air all day long, and have offended the puppet regime and the Japanese people. If it hadn’t been for the concession authorities at this time, they still had some scruples. The traitor on the 6th had already gone to Fuzhou Road to drop bombs. Don’t think they dare to do this kind of thing. The spies even dared to smash the patrol station of the Ministry of Industry. After waiting for 41 years in history, when Japan’s popularity was the most arrogant, these puppet agents even dared to go to the concession Here, machine guns were used to shoot at the staff dormitories of the Bank of Communications only because the other party boycotted the Wang Puppet Central Bank’s sale of savings vouchers in the concession.

On the 76th, it has become the most convenient weapon in the hands of the Japanese. It is not only to deal with the anti-Japanese organizations and patriots hiding in the concessions, but also to put pressure on the top leaders of the two concessions to force them to cooperate with Japan. People cooperate, or follow the will of the Japanese. This has been the case in history. The Japanese controlled No. 76 behind the scenes and frequently launched attacks in the two concessions. In addition to even assassinating the directors of the Ministry of Industry and the concession military and police officers who opposed them, they eventually forced the concession to completely ban the concession. All anti-Japanese activities.

However, history has changed at this moment. The concession authorities have regained their strength. Facing the Japanese, the conflict on the Bund is the best proof. Since the concession authorities no longer put the Japanese in their eyes, how could they still endure the provocation of the No. 76 lackey. In particular, there is already ample evidence that the 76th participated in the assassination of Marshal Blumberg.

The consuls of Britain and France in Shanghai directly participated in the negotiations between the German representative and the Japanese side. The parties fully exchanged their views on the assassination of the Marshal and the military conflict on the Bund.

Due to the consideration of the diplomatic relations between the two countries, the Germans stated that the Japanese military could not be held accountable publicly. The evidence in the hands of Germany is conclusive and the Japanese cannot be denied. Regarding the attitude of the German side, the concession side expressed considerable support and understanding. They did not want to have a direct conflict with the Japanese. At least until the military deployment in South Asia is completed, it is for both sides to maintain peace and stability in Shanghai and the surrounding area. Conditions of approval. But Germans can let the Japanese go, but it doesn't mean they will let go of the Wang Puppet regime.

At this time, Yoyou Matsuoka was already overwhelmed by the incident, and he finally calmed down the emotions of the German envoy, how could he tolerate another problem with this issue? He sent a detailed report to Tokyo overnight. In addition to showing his merits, he also specifically mentioned the Japanese government's position on this incident. In any case, let the German breathe out, and absolutely can't cause diplomatic disputes, otherwise, no matter whether Japan's national strength can hold it, his own heart may be finished first.

After reading Songgang's report, Konwei Fumou finally breathed a sigh of relief. There was such a big incident that it would be enough to cause a declaration of war elsewhere.

If the European war broke out, Japan would still be able to rely on diplomatic means to co-operate and deal with these ghosts of Omi. But now the European war is over. Under the deterrence of Germany's powerful force, European evidence is tending to be unified. This situation makes the Japanese prime minister feel very uneasy ~ IndoMTL.com ~ Japan may no longer be able to learn from the contradictions of European countries. In, get the benefits you want.

The only way out for Japan is to establish a good relationship with the European hegemony Germany and encourage the other side to support the empire’s war in Asia. On the contrary, Japan will face the most severe test since the Meiji Restoration. Regardless of the army and navy being fully prepared for the southward plan, the guards are very clear that once this war breaks out, Japan will have no retreat.

The first cabinet emergency meeting was convened quite night, and in fact the group of people has not returned home for two days. The next morning, a transport plane from Tokyo landed at Jiangwan Airport, carrying the cabinet and base camp envoy. He brought a letter from the Prime Minister of Guards and all the blank official documents Matsuoka needed.

In addition to agreeing with all the opinions of the Foreign Minister, Matsuoka’s reply to Matsuoka also specifically reminded Matsuoka that he must meet all the requirements of the German mission, and if necessary, the Japanese Army and Navy troops stationed in Shanghai must fully cooperate and defy. Commanders will be severely punished by military laws and national laws regardless of their military ranks. The lines make people feel murderous.

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