Battle of the Third Reich Chapter 448: The head of state’s abacus

"War is not a goal, but a means. Now we should consider how to end this war." Weirler put a stack of reports on the desk, took off his glasses and rubbed his brows.

"How the head of state planned, our investment has greatly exceeded the original plan." Kirsten put a cup of coffee on Weierle's table.

"Don't speculate, the Führer seems to have a new idea." Weirle took a sip of his coffee, and turned his attention to the wall clock on the wall.

"It's three o'clock?" Weierle put down his cup and stood up quickly.

"Get my car ready. There will be a meeting at 3:30 on Italy. Where’s my file bag? I’m going to take these things, Miss Jessica, find out for me from Zurich yesterday The report sent is the one with the yellow label. Sorry Kirsten, I will leave it to you next. If there is news, I will call the Chancellery immediately and I will stay there until dinner. ."

Weiller took the report from the secretary and stuffed it into a black leather briefcase along with the documents on the table.

"Extension 14, I see." Kirsten smiled and saluted the teacher goodbye.

The distribution of the internal structure of the new German Chancellery is not very reasonable. As an ornamental building, it does demonstrate the power of the Third Reich everywhere. The problem is that as the core department of an empire, it must consider practicality and Functionality. Obviously, as a resident of government agencies, the New Prime Minister's Office is not very qualified.

Before Xu Jun walked into the meeting room, he was still considering this issue. These tall and lengthy corridors have no other purpose except to bring people mental pressure. The actual utilization rate of this building is less than 40%, and the rest of the space is used to render a solemn atmosphere. This has to be admired by Speer, he is indeed an unparalleled genius.

The meeting was held in a small conference hall. It was a small room of more than 20 square meters with a round table in the middle. The walls were framed with magenta wall coverings with gilded arabesque patterns, directly opposite the main seat. A large scarlet velvet curtain hung on the wall of the city.

"Hey! Reinhardt!" The participants had already arrived. Seeing the arrival of the head of state, they hurriedly got up and stood at attention. Both officers and officials raised their right arms to greet Xu Jun.

"Please sit down, gentlemen." Xu Jun walked to the main seat reserved for him and raised his right wrist in return to everyone present.

He found that he is now more and more adapted to this fascist etiquette, and the earlier disgust has slowly dissipated with this habit. This kind of hand-raising has become a part of German life, representing the interests of Germany and its people above all else, and also a symbol of the dictatorship of the head of state. As with Hitler, this is now regarded by the German people as a way to show loyalty to Xu Jun. Xu Jun can't find a reason to ban it. He can only tell himself that this is just a retro Roman military salute, and it doesn't have it. What's the special meaning? Besides, it seems to be very powerful. As long as the people don't oppose it, why bother to make extravagances.

In a few months, Xu Jun has integrated into his current identity. He believes and must believe that his actions are all just, because he cannot be tolerated at all because of his current position and responsibilities. What self-denial game to play.

"Mussolini has begun to lose influence in the government, which is in my expectation." After a few chattering words, the head of state began to discuss today's topic.

"Badoglio's conditions are in the documents before you. I believe you have already understood this before. General Weierle and Marshal Brausic are directly involved. If you don’t understand, you can privately Asked them. Now this is a supplementary text. There is an initial agreement before. I agreed to it at the time. The initial agreement is in the last part of the document." Xu Jun elbows on the arm of the chair, watching the secretary hold Documents were distributed to the hands of all the participants.

"Now, Mussolini's control over the Italian government has reached a historical low point, and his orders have no longer been binding on areas outside of Rome. Weierle, you can introduce the specific situation. The head of the empire tapped his finger on the table to remind everyone to pay attention.

"Mussolini has lost control of that country, not only because of the defeat on the battlefield, of course, but also because of this aspect. His political opponents have never succumbed, but just hid in disguise. The situation is the result of the combined counterattack of these opposition forces. The Savoy royal family and the high-level military have formed an alliance. They want to use Mussolini as a scapegoat, trying to use his step down to trade with Germany, and are willing to make a deal. Part of the benefits will be used to calm our anger." Weierle reported.

"I agreed to Badoglio’s request. He is preparing to initiate a coup in Rome. The German Wehrmacht will cooperate with his actions and will not interfere. Afterwards, he will represent the royal family to request truce negotiations with Germany. End this war in a more respectful way." Xu Jun picked up the crystal bottle in front of him and poured himself a glass of natural French mineral water.

"My head of state, Italy does not want to surrender unconditionally?" Marshal Rondstede asked.

"It seems that they have put forward a lot of conditions. In fact, we can ignore them. From the current progress, the Wehrmacht can occupy the entire territory of Italy in three months." The Field Marshal was full of his heart to achieve this goal. confidence.

"As you think, your Excellency, we have enough strength to completely defeat Italy. However, we may have to pay no small price on this. They have a very capable fleet and a large army. Stay in overseas colonies. Considering the materials we need to pay and the possible losses if these troops are to be completely eliminated, this solution is obviously the most convenient now.

We do not need to use much force to achieve the desired goal. Let the Italians solve these problems for us. In many cases, the power to push down the wall does not come from outside. "Xu Jun squinted, with a sly smile at the corner of his mouth.

"I think I understand what you mean and believe that your judgment is correct. It’s just that I don’t think these Italians are credible. They can betray their leader. If they find a chance in the future, they will definitely betray again. We." Long Destede said loudly, and finally got a circle of generals nodded in agreement.

"Of course they will betray us again. I have no doubt that as long as they are given a chance, Bagdoglio will overturn our agreement. He is a classical soldier who regards honor as his life and is extremely loyal to their king. , He is not the kind of person who can easily endure shame.

He is using us to achieve the goal of overthrowing Mussolini’s government. The power in the hands of that leader is too great. Internal affairs, military, industrial production, civic education, religion, and any policy formulation and implementation cannot be bypassed. Drive this man.

He has already threatened the royal family, but his party members are all over the court and the opposition, and no one in Italy can shake this man's rule. Threats can only come from the outside world, and we have just become what they need. "Xu Jun opened the cigar box in front of him and took out a cigar from it. After seeing the generals and marshals, they also took out pipes and cigarettes from their pockets.

"But he forgot, if he can use us, why can't we use him the other way around? Badoglio thought I was a fool who was so happy and easily confused by immediate interests, just like Mussolini That way. Of course I have to cooperate with him, so we only paid a very small price to take Sicily, the whole of Northern Italy and most of Albania, and then we have to take Sicily and Tuscany, and wait for him. Having completed the mission we entrusted to him, we have to take the entire Rome." Xu Jun lit his cigar and sneered out a smoke ball.

"Anzio landing? I've seen this plan. Could it be that you have already arranged this?" Marshal von Kluger had just returned to Berlin from the sanatorium, waiting for the high command to arrange a new one for him. At present, there are troops on the Italian battlefield that he once commanded on the French front.

Xu Jun doesn’t have many negative views on Klug. Loyalty cannot be regarded as a crime. This is an excellent tactician. He has been commanding army-sized troops before, but compared with several other senior marshals. There is no experience in commanding a group army group battle. However, Xu Jun appreciates his incomparable loyalty to his superiors, and the 58-year-old marshal will be given a heavy responsibility.

"No, no, this is the plan that Yodel came up with. I just approved it. Originally, I only wanted to break through the Apennines from the center. Yodel’s landing plan is a magical stroke. If you play well, you can save money. A lot of strength behind us.

The hardest thing now is General Küciler. His African army has just landed in Sicily, and is about to launch a second landing battle, which is really worrying. "Xu Jun dusted the soot.

"We all know Admiral Küciler and believe that he will be able to overcome all difficulties." Bok said cheerfully.

"The Italian navy will not bother him. The air force on Sardinia and Corsica will provide him with air support. We have absolute air supremacy in that area. The Italians have not deployed defenses there. , The largest armed force within a 15-kilometer radius is the 15 police officers of the Anzio Police Station.

This landing is like an exercise for us. The biggest difficulty facing General Küchelel now is how to get his 47,000 soldiers and 70 vehicles in 24 hours. The tank was safely sent ashore. "Weirle looked serious~IndoMTL.com~ teasing the commander of the African Legion.

"I look forward to receiving the report of the successful landing. Now let’s take a look at the direction of the Apennines. Let’s take a look at the map first..." Xu Jun raised his hand and gestured. A staff officer opened the curtain on the wall, revealing A map of the whole of Italy.

"According to the plan, when Anzio landed, the coup d'etat in Rome was almost over. No matter who the final victor of this farce is, our army will ultimately control the city.

At the same time, our troops in the Apennines will take advantage of the situation to launch an offensive, break through this fragile line of defense, and annihilate the mobile corps secretly retained by Badoglio in Florence.

At that time, General Küciler should have completed the occupation of Rome. He will follow my order and arrest all government officials and high-ranking military officers in that city. "Xu Jun sat there and talked, and the baton in the hands of the staff member followed the head of state's words on the map.

"My head of state, they are likely to run away early. I mean the royal family and those high-ranking generals." Longdsted reminded.

"I don't think so, Badoglio will be lucky, because he signed this "agreement" with me." Xu Jun waved his hand to relieve the marshal.

"In order to prevent Mussolini from escaping, Badoglio helped us annihilate the only transport aircraft unit in Rome. If they want to escape, they can only retreat by land. The Apennines were After the breakthrough, they actually have nowhere to go."

"Then they can only choose to surrender unconditionally to Germany. You have won another great victory, my head of state." Bok nodded to Xu Jun with admiration.

ps: Delivered on time, thank you for your understanding. (To be continued.)

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