parade(1/2)
"God, I arrested Baron Alexanderson, and I still can't believe that I have really arrested Baron Alexander. I don't know how the Baron will punish me, shoot me, and hang me, but no matter what the Baron does to me, I will never regret it."
Ludman, captain of the second-level assault brigade of the German Waffen SS, the 9th Hohenshdofen Division, SS, December 1965.
Major Ludman and his men are still scared. You should know what the charge is to arrest a German hero? They may be really shot.
As for Martin, who was in charge of the Baron, he was indeed more proud in addition to panic. He had been with the Baron for so long, and even if he was punished, he still had the capital to brag about with others. In Germany, there were not many people who could stay with the Baron.
Martin remembers for the rest of his life that when the Baron left with Marshal Model, he smiled at him slightly, and then whispered to him: "Thank you for your cigarette."
Then, the Baron asked Marshal Model for three marks to fulfill his promise to Martin. However, Marshal Model touched his whole body, but he didn't even find a single mark. Why did a marshal who was commanding the battle on the front line carry money? This made Marshal Model a little embarrassed. In the end, he used a staff officer to take out three marks to help the marshal clear the siege.
Martin vowed that no matter how difficult these three marks are, they will never use them for the rest of their lives.
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"Model, tell me the situation of the German army in North Africa." Wang Weiyi couldn't wait to ask in Model's command.
Model has recovered from excitement: "The entire North African Legion, under my direct command, are 6 SS divisions, 12 Defense Forces divisions, 6,360 tanks, and 3,500 aircraft of various types...."
Wang Weiyi was very surprised. He did not expect that the North African Legion would still maintain such a powerful force.
Model commanded not only the German army, but also the South African army. South Africa is currently one of the few countries in North Africa that still swear allegiance to Germany. In addition, there are also a considerable number of British troops and Commonwealth troops.
After the fall of London, General Monrita, the supreme commander of the local British and Commonwealth Army, rejected the Allied forces' request for surrender, but instead continued to strengthen cooperation with the German army and established the "North African Alliance" led by the German army to fight against the powerful Allied forces.
The reason why the German army in North Africa was able to maintain such a strong force was entirely due to Marshal Model. As soon as the war broke out, Marshal Model discovered that the situation was wrong, he immediately ordered the attack to stop and defend on the spot, avoiding greater losses from the German army.
"We are fully capable of long-term combat with the current strength of the North African coalition." Marshal Moder said, pointing to several locations on the map: "And here, we still have a large number of troops who are continuing to fight. I am preparing to launch one or two large-scale operations and fully train these locations to the front line."
Wang Weiyi was relieved at this time. Although the German army suffered great damage due to Cloer, under the command of such an excellent officer of Marshal Model, the North African Legion maintained such a strong force.
There are not many people who can do this, which also ensures that the German army has the ability to carry out a major reversal battle.
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"The situation in Manstein is similar to mine, and even better than mine." Marshal Moder said immediately: "Menstein and I tacitly agreed to have a new idea, to open up the transportation links between North Africa and the Middle East, to connect millions of German troops on the same front, to create a huge shock to the Allies, and to indirectly support Berlin. Moreover, we thought before that once Berlin falls, at least we are still fighting, and Germany still has hope. But now that you have come back, I think this worry no longer exists."
"Thank you, Moder." Wang Weiyi said sincerely: "When I just returned to Germany, I found that I was completely desperate. But when I heard that you and Manstein were still fighting, hope burned in my heart. And now I found that the situation was even better than I thought. So, why did you attack Aswan in a special way?"
| "I plan to use Aswan as bait, and use the method of repeatedly adding troops here to attract the attention of the Allied forces, mobilize the Allied forces, and then launch a counterattack in several places at the same time to restore the connection between the troops." Marshal Model quickly expressed his intention: "But I didn't expect you to appear here, and Aswan would fall into our hands so quickly."
Wang Weiyi smiled bitterly. He did not expect that he had destroyed Model's plan without knowing it.
Sometimes the battle is too smooth and may not be a good thing.
Perhaps seeing the Baron's self-blame, Model hurriedly said: "But it doesn't matter. Aswan landed in our hands as soon as possible, and it can also attract the attention of the Allies. In short, everything will be carried out according to the plan. Judging from the previous situation of our air reconnaissance, a large number of enemies are operating towards the Aswan area."
"Model, everything will do as you imagined." Wang Weiyi nodded.
"Marson, our reconnaissance force brought the situation back." Chief of Staff Hitsley walked in: "It was confirmed that the Allies have established a powerful artillery position, mainly responsible by the French army. However, we need a commando team familiar with the local conditions to capture nearby Moorto and provide the most accurate guidance for artillery fire."! What artillery position?" Wang Weiyi asked on the side.!
"That's right." Model explained immediately: "Our intelligence shows that the Allies are establishing a new artillery position, which will directly pose a huge threat to us. Therefore, I sent a large number of reconnaissance troops and aircraft to find out the situation there. Try to destroy this artillery position before it can work... The closest to the artillery position is a South African army, probably still armed with two brigades, but we need to find a commando team familiar with the local conditions and contact the South African army, but our artillery fire did not provide accurate coordinates."
"I think someone should have chosen you, right?" Wang Weiyi asked immediately.
Model nodded: "Yes, part of this commando will be composed of South African and British soldiers. They have all been stationed in the local area and are familiar with the situation there. The other half is composed of Germans. I have also chosen the candidates, but you need your consent."
"Get my consent?" Wang Weiyi did not understand the meaning of Model's words.
Model couldn't help laughing: "Because the most suitable candidate is Major Ludman to arrest you."
Wang Weiyi couldn't help laughing: "I'm just about to settle the score with him. This is good, let him redeem his sins. General Shitsley, go and bring Major Ludman. Ahha, I think you should scare him."
Shitsley left the command center with a smile.
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When his chief of staff left, Model lowered his voice: "Baron, there is another very important situation. I think you will be interested. The reason why I can't wait to kill this artillery position is because it poses a huge threat to Egypt."
"Egypt? Didn't it surrender to the Americans?" Wang Weiyi couldn't help but be stunned.
"Surrendered, surrendered on the day of the war." Moder explained carefully: "After the death of the absurd Sultan of Egypt, Farouk I, his son Ahmed Fuade succeeded the Sultan. When the German-US war broke out, Frouk immediately announced Egypt's surrender, but was immediately attacked by the German-English Allied Forces stationed in Cairo. Frouk I escaped from Cairo and received protection from the US military. The Sultan had Farouk I's wife Farida regent. However, because of the fierce Allied offensive, in order to avoid more casualties in the troops, I stepped down from Germany-English Allied Forces to withdraw from Cairo. We persuaded Farida many times to leave with us, but she refused. Finally, Frouk returned to Cairo under the protection of the Allied Forces...."
When Wang Weiyi heard Farid's name, he couldn't help but smile knowingly. He probably remembered the absurd night with Farid more than 20 years ago.
Modelko didn't know the situation: "Farida was later deposed as a regency position and under house arrest. If it weren't for fear of killing her, it would cause unrest, as long as Farida was dead. However, despite being under house arrest, Farida still had a large following in Egypt, and she had even planned a major uprising throughout Egypt. I have ordered the German and British troops who had previously launched Cairo to prepare. However, it was very difficult to keep such a big uprising secret. The Allies had obviously discovered her intentions. In addition to strengthening local alerts, they also set up this artillery position."
Wang Weiyi nodded, and now he fully understood.
"I think I should go on a trip to Cairo." Wang Weiyi suddenly said.
"No." Model flatly refused: "Baron, I will not let you take risks. If you encounter any accident here, I will become a sinner of Germany."
"Hey Moder, what's wrong? Are you scared?" Wang Weiyi said with a smile: "We have never been afraid, no matter how dangerous the situation is.
Here, it is enough to be directed by you, and my main purpose is here.
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At this point, Shitzley had brought Major Ludman, who was as beautiful as the earth. The poor Major was probably scared to death that he trembled all over when he saw the two German marshals.
"Standing at attention, Major!"
In Marshal Ernst's majestic voice, Major Ludman quickly stood up straight.
"Major, you made a serious mistake." Wang Weiyi said coldly: "You dare to arrest a German marshal. If the North African Legion loses war because of your absurd behavior, then your crime will be unforgivable!"
Major Ludman was extremely frustrated: "Yes, Marshal, I beg you to shoot me!"
"Shooting? It's not that easy." Wang Weiyi tried his best to endure the urge to laugh: "Now I'll give you a chance to atone for merits and sins. Are you willing to seize it?"
"Of course, Marshal, we are willing to die for you!" Major Ludman said loudly.
"Marshal Model, give him an order."
When Marshal Model told Major Ludman about the mission, the major did not hesitate at all: "I understand that in the prescribed time, I will complete the mission well."
"You will get support from the ground forces and from the air." Marshal Model said lightly: "Then, go accurately now."
Major Ludman saluted the two marshals and hesitated, "Marrior Ernst, I'm sorry for everything I have done."
"No, you don't have to feel sorry." Wang Weiyi smiled on his face: "When the war is over, you can proudly tell everyone, 'Hey, look, this guy Ernst is nothing great. I have arrested him with my own hands and locked him up. Ah, the only thing I regret is that I didn't kick him hard a few times...."
Major Ludman smiled, he never smiled so comfortably: "Marty Marshal Ernst, it will be the greatest honor in my life to see you. I will fight for you and die for you!"
Watching Major Ludman leave under the leadership of Shitsley, Wang Weiyi sighed in his heart, what a great officer.
But when the war is over, how many of them will survive?
"Baron, what was your main purpose for coming here just now?" Model suddenly remembered what Ernst had said halfway.
Wang Weiyi was silent for a moment: "Go home."
"Go home?" Model did not understand what Ernst said at all.
"Go home!" Wang Weiyi repeated these two words repeatedly: "Rommeel has gone home, and Guderian has gone home. Now I want to take you and Manstein home."
Model was stunned, and then he suddenly seemed to think of something: "Ah, by the way, they are all awake."
Wang Weiyi smiled again: "Yes, my dear friends, they have all woken up. When they are asleep, they are just to wake up. I need new you, and Germany also needs new you. Model, are you willing to fall asleep and wake up again?"
"I do." Model's answer was so firm: "I'm willing to do anything for you, just like when I was in the Skeleton Commando."
Wang Weiyi looked at his friend deeply: "Then, I will give your subordinates an order, you will have to rest for a few days due to physical reasons. During this period, I will be here to command the North African Legion on your behalf."
Model picked up the phone without any hesitation.
When the order was issued, Model put down his phone: "Baron, I'm ready, now, what do you want me to do?"
"Take out the injection I once left for you."
To be continued...