The Rise of the Empire

"Ruprecht, welcome!" When the prince once again entered the German base camp in Brussels, the Kaiser personally came forward and gave the latter a hug full of goodwill! \u003c/p\u003e"Although we were unable to parade again on the Champs Elysées in Paris, I believe that such days will not last long. Well, let us put aside the pressure of the war for the time being and enjoy tonight. Let’s have a happy time!” With that, the Kaiser pulled the prince into the middle of the banquet hall. \u003c/p\u003e "To be honest, I'm a little uncomfortable with this kind of environment. All kinds of entertainment, emptiness and compromise." After working for a long time, Wang could finally sit aside and take a rest, and by chance, in the rest area of ​​senior officers, he Saw little Maoqi. \u003c/p\u003e"Your Highness, your life is really like that of the Puritans." Little Maoqi said half as a compliment and half as seriously. "After seeing the extravagance of the Prussian aristocracy, you showed me the life attitude and principles of a true German aristocrat. I always thought that you would succumb to the pressure of the Kaiser and the General Staff, and then let us crash in Paris. "\u003c/p\u003e "But fortunately, not only were we not lifted on the iron plate, but we bit the Frenchman again." Ruprecht stretched his arms and said comfortably. "By the way, let me tell you, I will bid farewell to the Kaiser in 2 days, and my troops will gradually withdraw from the Western Front within a week. I have already told the Kaiser about this, and he has agreed. Now I will tell you Tell me."\u003c/p\u003e "This, it's a bit fast." Little Maoqi was stunned for a moment, and then said with some worry. He knew what the prince meant. The so-called evacuation included but not only armored forces and aviation forces, but also a large number of transport units, artillery and technical support units. At this time, the withdrawal of the Bavarian Army has a relatively large impact on the Western Front. If nothing else, the Air Force has left at least 30%! \u003c/p\u003e"The Eastern Front can't wait any longer. The Austro-Hungarian Army has completely retreated to the national border, and the Russian offensive has not yet reached its peak. Fritz will shed a lot of blood this time. The loss of hundreds of thousands of troops It will be difficult to make up for it in the short term, and we may have to bear most of the pressure." Although the prince drank some wine, he was still very clear at the moment. \u003c/p\u003e"Since His Majesty has agreed, then I have no objection." Xiao Maoqi said helplessly. The Kaiser had agreed, so he had no objection. And judging from the current situation, when Germany was indeed at its best, the French suffered two heavy losses. Now fully on the defensive, both sides began to build defense lines to restore health. Within three months, it is estimated that there will be no large-scale battle. \u003c/p\u003e "Is there anything else you can help with? I have already said hello to Mackensen, and he will fully cooperate with your actions. If His Majesty Fritz had not expressed his stance, then you would be the future ally. Commander-in-chief of the Eastern Front Theater." Xiao Maoqi said. \u003c/p\u003e"There is something in the words here." The prince smiled and did not speak. \u003c/p\u003e "Then where do you plan to attack first after you return? Will you launch an attack from East Prussia, or from the center line controlled by the Bavarian Army? Or help the Austro-Hungarian Army hold the southern line?" Little Maoqi saw that the prince did not answer. , to put the question more directly. \u003c/p\u003e "My plan is to launch an attack from the northern and central lines first. The Russians have already advanced to the Garpathian Mountains. Our attack surface is relatively small and is not suitable for troop deployment. However, I will dedicate some troops to help the Austrians. The defense of the Hungarian Empire. Prince Leopold has made preparations."\u003c/p\u003e "You are still so sensible." Little Maoqi was relieved after hearing the prince's future arrangements for the Eastern Front. From a purely military perspective, it is most realistic to cooperate with Mackensen in East Prussia to launch a counterattack from the west. Mackensen is a master of mobile warfare.

The combat quality of the Eighth Army can also be guaranteed. Moreover, the front was relatively short, and the German army could use a considerable part of its mobile power to launch a counterattack. This is undoubtedly the safest way. \u003c/p\u003eBut from an emotional or political perspective, helping the Austro-Hungarian Empire will undoubtedly gain higher points in these two areas. After all, the Austro-Hungarian Empire is an ally of Germany and is in a difficult situation. Fritz is also the father-in-law of the prince. . On that day, from a military point of view, it was undoubtedly not good to do so. The defense lines of Austria-Hungary and Russia were too long. This time, the Austro-Hungarian legions had retreated from all directions. After the Russians launched a general offensive, the entire defense line would inevitably be everywhere. There are loopholes, and it is obviously taboo to use precious mobile troops to defend the defense line and spread the troops. \u003c/p\u003eThe prince's approach was obviously the safest. Prince Leopold led some troops to defend key nodes and stabilize some fronts, and then the prince led the main force and Mackensen to launch a new offensive. So Xiao Maoqi's answer was actually a very appreciative response to the other party. But soon, the prince's next words made Little Maoqi very uncomfortable. \u003c/p\u003e "If nothing else happens, Bavaria's military production will need to meet the needs of the Eastern Front in the next two months. I can only say I'm sorry." The prince said. \u003c/p\u003e"Can I take back what I said before?" Little Maoqi said with embarrassment. \u003c/p\u003e "To speak with conscience, I suffered the greatest loss among all the armored units in this battle! My battle losses must be replenished, and the two sides have just ended their battle on the Western Front, and there will not be another major battle in a short time. battle, then the military industry will naturally tilt towards the eastern front first." The prince said with some displeasure. In peacetime, the internal military competition for budget is ruthless, but in wartime, it is even more necessary to go all out to compete for supplies. At this time, the prince naturally cannot show mercy, and from the perspective of logic and demand, the General Staff has no reason to veto it. \u003c/p\u003e "And we are not only replenishing the losses of the Bavarian Army, we also need to replenish the lost materials and equipment of the Austro-Hungarian Army. In fact, you can completely adjust and improve the military-industrial enterprises in Prussia. After all, Bavaria It’s just a state.” The prince said with great sincerity. \u003c/p\u003e "So do you have any other suggestions or advice for the Western Front?" Little Maoqi was obviously unwilling to tangle with the prince on the issue of supplies and materials. After all, doing so would be fruitless. The prince would not give in, and if the case was to be taken to the Kaiser, even if the Kaiser wanted to do it, he would not be able to do so quickly. So Little Maoqi decided to ask for something nutritious. \u003c/p\u003e "On the Western Front, in fact, according to my point of view, before we solve the Russian problem, the Western Front can be maintained based on the current standards. With our current troop strength and equipment level on the Western Front, The main purpose should be to kill and injure British and French personnel and consume their strength." The prince thought for a while and said. \u003c/p\u003eThe third update is here~~~! Please subscribe and reward~~~! \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e