Chapter 623: Chinese Expeditionary Force (Asking for a Monthly Pass)

"Ungrateful and despicable! Those damn yellow-skinned monkeys, they are simply an inferior people, and they should not exist in this world at all. If we had known, we should not have supported them in the first place. Now it's time to lift a stone and hit yourself in the foot. Crown Prince William roared angrily. He used all kinds of vicious language to curse the Chinese Empire. If he can bring the Chinese empire to ruin because of this, perhaps he will be even more stingy with his vicious language.

Wilhelm II had a black face and did not speak. However, his inner thoughts at the moment must be the same as that of Crown Prince William. It's just that he didn't say it. If he could choose again, he would never choose to support China. Originally, he hoped to use the rise of China to drag down Britain and France and other old powers, and create conditions for Germany to win the war. However, I didn't expect that China was strong, but unfortunately, China not only did not help Germany, but also became Germany's enemy.

After China announced that it would join the Entente to fight, it caused an uproar around the world. Originally, the tide of the war was in favor of the Entente. Now, China's announcement of its entry into the Entente camp has made matters worse for the Allies. Almost the vast majority of countries believed that the victory of the Entente in the war was already unstoppable. Of course, if the United States, another great power, also joined the Entente in the war, then the Allies would have no place to die.

After China declared war on the Allies, the situation of Germany and the Allies became extremely dangerous. The German Navy was unable to completely defeat the British Navy and win the naval battle, which caused the Allied Powers to gradually be dragged to death.

The German ministers were also silent. It is clear that Germany and the Allies as a whole are now in a desperate situation. Once the Chinese Army enters Europe to fight. Then, Germany will be under even more pressure.

These Germans, who only knew how to curse China for being ungrateful, seemed to have forgotten that after they practiced unrestricted submarine warfare, they also sank many Chinese merchant ships. It has brought a lot of losses to China. In addition, they had bad motives in supporting China in the first place. Now, China has joined the Entente to fight for its own interests, and what is to blame?

"Your Majesty, the current situation is becoming more and more unfavorable for us. Perhaps, we should find a way to achieve a decent peace. Prime Minister Holwig said. Since the war cannot be won. If it continues to fight, it will not be victorious, and Germany will pay even heavier losses. In that case, it would be better to end the war in order to fight again in the future. Of course, now that the Allies no longer have the upper hand, it will not be so easy to end the war. Britain and France suffered heavy losses. Rather harsh conditions are bound to be proposed. But at the very least, Germany can hold on.

"End the war? British and French. Will they agree? Wilhelm II asked.

"Your Majesty, if the war ends at this time, the most basic condition for Britain and France is probably the withdrawal of our troops from the occupied territories of the Kingdom of Belgium and France. In addition, I am afraid that they will have to pay a large amount of war reparations. All of our overseas colonies are not coming back. Said the Earl Hertling, the Foreign Secretary.

"What? Such conditions. How can this work? The empire lost the lives of millions of soldiers before it took possession of these lands. If you give up like this, how will you explain it to the soldiers and the people? Crown Prince William said in a loud voice. Obviously, if he had to pay such a great price to end the war, he would never agree.

"Is there any other way?" Wilhelm II asked. For conditions like that. He was obviously not willing to accept it either.

"Your Majesty, I'm afraid there is no other way but to continue the war." Count Hertling said.

"What if we defeat Britain and France before the Chinese army joins the European theater? In that case, even if the Chinese army arrives on the European battlefield, it will not be able to change the situation. If we take advantage of the situation to propose an armistice at that time, we may be able to get an armistice agreement that is favorable to us. Kaiser Wilhelm II said. Even at this time, he still pinned his hopes on the brave and warlike German Army.

"Your Majesty, if we are to launch a large-scale offensive on the Western Front, we need to prepare millions of troops." Said the new Chief of the General Staff of the German Army, Hindenburg. After the defeat at Verdun, Falkingham was relieved of his post as chief of the General Staff and replaced by Hindenburg, who had distinguished himself on the Eastern Front. It's just that even if Hindenburg is very capable personally, he can't change the situation of the war anymore. After all, at this time, Germany is also running out of oil.

"In any case, find a way to defeat Britain and France before the Chinese army arrives in Europe." As long as we beat them, we still have a chance to win. Kaiser Wilhelm II said.

"Yes, Your Majesty." Hindenburg nodded. Although he knew that this was a very difficult task, he had no choice but to work hard for the sake of Germany's future. If it wins, Germany has a future. If it fails, Germany will be completely finished.

"By the way, when will our pawns in Russia be able to act?" Wilhelm II asked.

In order to get out of the dilemma of fighting on two fronts, Germany also thought of many ways. The anti-government forces in Russia were the objects of German support. Both the bourgeois and the proletarian revolutionaries were the objects of German support. Even the well-known Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov was not less funded by the German side. Otherwise, he would not have been able to have his current position.

"Your Majesty, the situation in Russia is very tense right now. The chess pieces we have planted are working. Perhaps soon, good news will be received. "The head of the intelligence agency in Germany reported.

Wilhelm II nodded, this is a rare piece of good news. If there was civil strife in Russia, then German troops would be able to be transferred from the Eastern Front to the Western Front. When the time comes, Germany will not have no chance of defeating Britain and France.

In the distant East Asia, China, His Majesty the Emperor issued an order to join the Entente and fight against the Allies by divine decree. Although, some ordinary people want to live a comfortable and peaceful life. However, the people of the country have long been accustomed to following the orders of the emperor. The so-called king, important ministers, and ministers have to die. The emperor ordered them to go to war, and even if they didn't want to, they had no other way but to follow the action.

The giants of the Empire* military were very happy to participate in the war. For these guys, as long as they can fight, it doesn't matter whether they help the Entente fight the Allies or help the Allies fight the Entente. As long as there is a fight, it is enough.

After announcing his entry into the war, Emperor Wu Haoxuan announced the formation of an expeditionary force. According to the agreement with the British, the empire would send no less than half a million troops to the European theater. Of course, it is not to send so many troops to the battlefield at once, but to send them to Europe in batches.

On February 10, 4615 (17) of the Yellow Emperor Era, Wu Haoxuan went to the General Staff to listen to the military's opinions on the formation of an expeditionary force.

"Your Majesty, the General Staff plans to send the First Army of the Expeditionary Force to Europe within two months. The First Army of the Expeditionary Force has three infantry divisions, namely the 1st Infantry Division, the 2nd Infantry Division and the 3rd Infantry Division of the Expeditionary Force. In addition, there is a heavy artillery brigade and military headquarters, with a total of more than 65,000 people. The commander of the First Army of the Expeditionary Force was General Shi Tianchuan. The commanders of the three infantry divisions below are Major General Jiang Baili, Major General Cai Songpo and Major General Zhang Yunnong. Marshal Shi Tianhan arrived.

The First Army of the Expeditionary Force was to serve as a forward station for the entire Expeditionary Force. Although, the combat power of the Imperial Army is very strong. However, the European battlefield was fierce. From the information received by the Empire* military, it is clear that they have been completely mired in trench warfare. Both the Central and Entente powers lost a large number of troops. Many people were killed in trench warfare.

Wu Haoxuan nodded, and the three of Jiang Baili served as the commanders of the three infantry divisions of the expeditionary force, which was also his favorite. He knew that all three of them were talented people. It's just that because of seniority, he has only been promoted to major general now. This is still the reason for Wu Haoxuan's care. If you want them to play a major role in the future Imperial Army, you have to let them further improve their qualifications. After the expeditionary force returns home, they can be raised one level in the name of justification, whether they are the commander of the group army, or they can serve in the general staff or the army department.

"Well, the soldiers of the three infantry divisions of the expeditionary force will be drawn from the Praetorian Guard and other army groups. Let our soldiers feel the tragedy of the European battlefield. In the future, when it comes to war with these countries, the Imperial Army will not fall behind. Wu Haoxuan said.

"Yes, Your Majesty." Marshal Shi Tianhan nodded.

"Your Majesty, what about our navy? The Navy also intends to send some of its main warships to Europe to participate in the war. Navy Commander Marshal Cheng Biguang said.

"Navy? No, the main forces of the Navy remain at home. At most, we would send some light cruisers and destroyers to Europe to carry out anti-submarine warfare. Wu Haoxuan rejected the navy's request for war.

After all, the capital ships of the Imperial Navy are all treasures, and it is impossible to lose them in Europe. After the end of the war, the Imperial Navy was an important guarantee for defending the interests of the Empire, and there could be no mistakes. (To be continued.) )

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