It has been a month since the outbreak of the war. Pen "Fun" Pavilion www.biquge.info however, the situation of the war became very unfavorable for the Entente. Although, the overall strength of the Entente was significantly stronger than that of Germany. However, Germany's strong military capabilities were vividly demonstrated in this war. Not only on the eastern and western fronts, but also on the sea, the British were embarrassed. At least, from the current point of view, the Allies led by Germany, even if there are only two countries, Germany and Austria-Hungary, still have the possibility of winning this war!

King George V even summoned Prime Minister Asquith to ask him if there was a way to reverse the current situation. If Britain could not win the war, perhaps it would have been time to think of something else. It can be seen that the king, who has only recently ascended the throne, is no longer so confident in whether he can defeat the Germans.

Immediately after returning to the Prime Minister's Office from Buckingham Palace, Prime Minister Asquith convened a cabinet meeting.

"Gentlemen, His Majesty is very worried about the present state of the war, fearing that we will lose this war. Personally, I share the same concerns. Although, I believe that the British Empire is the most powerful and will surely win in future wars. However, the current situation is really unfavorable for us.

On the Eastern Front, Germany's demonic crown prince led an army of less than 200,000 men and annihilated more than 500,000 Russian* troops. On the Western Front, the Germans had already entered northern France, and even threatened Paris, and the Anglo-French army was beaten all over the ground by the Germans. At sea, the German navy was even more aggressive, and many merchant ships were sunk by the Germans in the Atlantic Ocean every day. The Royal Navy could do nothing about it. In such a situation, I really have a hard time believing that we are going to win in the end.

Gentlemen, tell me, what do we need to do now to turn the tide of the war? Prime Minister Asquith's gaze swept over the faces of cabinet members.

"Your Excellency Prime Minister, I have to admit that the Germans do have a great advantage on the battlefield now. However, this is mainly because they are too well prepared for this war. And we, the French and the Russians, were not prepared. Therefore, it was inevitable that the Germans would have an advantage in the early stages of the war. Churchill explained.

Indeed, at the time of the outbreak of the war, Britain, France, and Russia were not able to prepare for war. Britain has a strong navy, and the army should not be expected too much. The French Army and the Russian Army are in the process of being reorganized. If the French Army and the Russian Army had completed the reorganization, their combat effectiveness would have been greatly improved. But alas, before their adaptation was completed, the war had already begun. As a result, France and Russia had to suspend military reform and face Germany. This led to their unfavorable situation on the battlefield.

Prime Minister Asquith nodded, reluctantly accepting the explanation.

"Your Excellency Chancellor, the Germans have won on the Eastern Front. An army of up to half a million was also eliminated. 500,000 troops may be a great number for us. However, for the Russians, it is nothing at all. You know, the standing army of the Russians is as much as 1.4 million. Once their mobilization is completed, the army will be able to expand to more than 3.5 million, or even 500,000 if it goes further. So, the loss of half a million troops, for the Russians, is nothing at all. We don't have to worry about the Russians at all. I am sure that the Russians will soon send more troops to the front. "Secretary of War Richard? Haldan said.

"As for the Western Front, the Germans did have the initiative. The north of France also fell to large territories. However, the Anglo-French forces were confident that they would be able to withstand the German attack on the Marne Line. The Germans wanted to break through the Marne line and take Paris, it was impossible. "Richard? Hardan continued.

"Your Excellency, will the Coalition really be able to hold Paris?" Prime Minister Asquith asked. His greatest fear was that Paris would be captured by the Germans. In that case, the French would probably despair and withdraw from the war. At that point, everything will be irretrievable. Having lost France to contain Germany on land, Russia, which relied only on the Eastern Front, was no match for the Germans at all. Without worries on land, the Germans would have gone all out to compete with the British Empire for the seas. Will Britain still be able to win? Prime Minister Asquith, even if he did not come from the Navy, knew that this would be very difficult.

"Your Excellency, I don't think you need to worry about that. Even if the French lose Paris, they will continue to fight. Their will to fight is still very strong. I have already spoken to the Prime Minister and the Minister for Foreign Affairs on this issue. "Foreign Secretary Edward? Sir Grey smiled.

Prime Minister Asquith nodded, if that was the case, it would be even better. While the situation is bad now, it's not so bad that it gets out of hand. The Anglo-French alliance is also possible to turn the tables again.

"Nevertheless, we need to send more expeditionary forces to help the French. It would be best if Paris could not fall. Once Paris falls, it will be a fatal blow to both the French military and the people. We can't afford to let that happen. Otherwise, it will be even more difficult for us to win the war. Prime Minister Asquith said.

"Yes, Your Excellency Prime Minister." Richard? Haldan nodded.

Now that there was no problem with the Army, Prime Minister Asquith looked at Churchill.

"Your Excellency, Lord of the Admiralty, has the Navy thought of how to deal with the Germans? If the safety of our sea lines is not guaranteed, it will be a big problem. Prime Minister Asquith said with a serious face.

Britain is a country that is extremely dependent on sea transport, and once the sea transport lines are cut off, the consequences will be fatal.

"Your Excellency, the Royal Navy is already trying to find a way to deal with the German fleets and submarines. We even sent capital ships to escort merchant ships. So far, it's not bad. The fleet, escorted by capital ships, was not attacked. However, this is a palliative rather than a cure. I have ordered the Royal Navy to find a way to deal with the German fleet. Only by eliminating them can our sea lines be truly safe. ”