Chapter 1077: Catching a Turtle in an Urn

The 11th Army of the Imperial Army, with a total of 180,000 men entering Arkansas from Texas, must not have been hidden from the agents of the American army. Both the Spaniards and the Americans are Caucasian, and it is all too easy for American agents to want to blend into the territory of Spain. Therefore, the whereabouts of the Imperial Army are difficult to hide from the Americans.

However, even if the whereabouts of the Imperial Army were known, would the Americans be able to react correctly? The Spanish Army was weak, and they could attack at will. However, if the attack on the Spanish Army continues, there is a danger that the rear road will be cut off. But to let the US military let go of the impending victory, that would make them unwilling. Therefore, the US military could not help but find itself in a dilemma.

Washington, U.S. Army General Staff, U.S. Secretary of War Charles Murphy. M. Conrad appeared here. He was the representative of President Millard. Fillmore had come to hear a debriefing on the war.

"Your Excellency, General, I heard that the Chinese have been dispatched. Nearly 200,000 Chinese entered Arkansas. Their targets, most likely, are Tennessee and South Carolina. At that time, the 500,000 troops that invaded Spain will be completely cut off. What measures does the General Staff have to deal with? "Charles. M. Conrad asked.

Originally, the entire US cabinet was excited about the US military breaking through the Spanish Army's defense line, but now, as soon as the Chinese Army was dispatched, they immediately felt a great crisis. Once the 500,000-strong army that invaded Spain was wiped out, it was clear to everyone what this would mean for the United States.

"Your Excellency, there are only two paths before us now. Ten infantry corps attacking the south, either retreating. To guard against the attack of the Chinese, or to ignore it. Continue to attack south until the Spaniards are wiped out once and for all! "Edwin. Admiral M. Stanton said.

Charles. Minister M. Conrad, although not from the army. But he is still very clear about such an easy-to-understand battle situation.

"Well, what does the General Staff plan to do? We're in Tennessee and South Carolina, and there's just a few state militias. If you want to resist the attack of the Chinese, it is almost impossible! "Charles. M. Conrad was somewhat worried. Nearly 200,000 Chinese* troops invaded Tennessee and South Carolina, and they could have occupied these two states in one fell swoop. When the time comes, the consequences will be unimaginable.

"Your Excellency, with the militias of Tennessee and South Carolina, it is impossible for us to defeat the 200,000 Chinese* troops. But. But we can find a way to slow them down. It will take a lot of time for the Chinese to fully occupy Tennessee and South Carolina. By then, our army might have defeated the Spaniards. In addition, those troops in the recruit camp can also be put into battle! "Edwin. Admiral M. Stanton said.

Obviously, Edwin. Admiral M. Stanton did not clearly state what the General Staff meant. But, from his words, Charles. Minister M. Conrad would have been able to understand what they meant.

"Your Excellency, can you ensure that the 500,000 men going south will destroy the Spaniards before the back road is cut off?" Charles. Minister M. Conrad frowned. No doubt. This is very important.

"Your Excellency, I dare not guarantee you. But it's the best we can get. If we retreat now, our previous preparations will be in vain. Other than that. It will also face a siege by the Chinese as well as the Spaniards. When the time comes, it will be very difficult for us to win. And if our plan can be successful, then we will be able to recover from the disadvantage. With the cooperation of the southbound army and reinforcements. We will put on a siege to the Chinese * army. The chances of us winning will be much higher! "Edwin. Admiral M. Stanton said.

Charles. Minister M. Conrad nodded, he understood what Admiral Edwin M. Stanton meant. Merely. In doing so, the risk seems too great.

"Your Excellency, General. Are you sure that the Army will carry out this battle plan? "Charles. Minister M. Conrad asked.

"Yes, Your Excellency, this is our only chance!" Edwin. Admiral M. Stanton said firmly.

"Well, Your Excellency, I will report to His Excellency the President! I hope that you will be able to bring a victory to the United States of America! "Charles. Minister M. Conrad said.

"Yes, Your Excellency!" Edwin. Admiral M. Stanton was relieved to hear Minister Charles M. Conrad say this. After all, if the War Department were to interfere with the command of the Army, he would have no choice. He also knew that the plan was a little too risky. The Chinese* army is very strong in attack, and if they cut off their rear route and cooperate with the Spanish army to launch a counterattack, they will face great danger. Of course, as he said, if you want to defeat the Chinese army and win this war, you have to make dangerous moves.

Charles. Secretary M. Conrad briefed President Millard Fillmore on the Army's plans and he personally expressed his support for the Army's plans. Although, there are dissenting voices in the US government cabinet. However, Millard. Still, President Fillmore approved the Army Staff's plan. He also knew that blindly defending, waiting for the Chinese to attack, the United States wanted to win the war, it was almost impossible. Only by actively attacking can it be possible to win.

After the U.S. Army made up its mind to prioritize the elimination of the Spanish Army, the Spanish Army undoubtedly began to come under tremendous pressure. The Spanish Army, which was stationed in Birmingham and Atlanta, came under heavy attack by American troops. Although, the Spanish Army was at a disadvantage in terms of troops. But they have been preparing for this battle for a long time. The two large cities of Birmingham and Atlanta, both of which are densely fortified with their fortifications, are undoubtedly a good strategy to drag the US Army into the quagmire of street fighting. In street fights, the defending side can always have a big advantage.

"Send a telegram to the generals at the front, our allies have already begun to act. As long as they can hold on, then, the back road of the Americans will be cut off. When the time comes, we will win a brilliant victory! Admiral Freddy's face was stern. Although the Spanish Army is now under tremendous pressure, he also very much agrees with the battle plan of the Chinese Empire. Even if it would cost the Spanish army and people a huge amount of casualties. But as long as you can win in the end, then it will be worth it. After all, this qiē should be counted on the heads of Americans.

"Yes, General!" Lieutenant General Gonzalo nodded, he also knew that the most critical moment had come. Whoever can hold on to the end will be able to win the final victory.

The Spanish Army on the front line, for the sake of victory, held their ground. Using their fortifications, they inflicted great casualties on the American troops.

Although the firepower of the US military is strong, with the support of strong industrial strength, the weapons of the US Army are already world-class. However, in street fighting, the advantages of weapons cannot be fully exploited. The U.S. Army's street fighting capabilities are far from being comparable to those of the Imperial Chinese Army and the Spanish Army trained by the Imperial Chinese Army. Therefore, in the street fighting, the American troops paid a heavy price, and they hit their heads and bled in front of the strong defense line of the Spanish Army.

The headquarters of the U.S. Army's southbound forces was established in Greenville, South Carolina. When Ulysses. When Admiral Grant learned that the American offensive in Birmingham and Atlanta had been blocked, his face was very ugly. Although the attack of the other two American* armies went smoothly, and a large number of small and medium-sized cities and towns fell into the control of the American army, if the two big nails of Birmingham and Atlanta were not removed, the rear of the American army was under the threat of the Spanish army. And the invasion of Tennessee and the Chinese* army is like a noose wrapped around the neck, getting tighter and tighter, so that the American army is about to run out of breath.

"Give me orders to Erwin and Cross, no matter what they do, within a week, they must capture Birmingham and Atlanta!" Ulysses. Admiral Grant gave the order viciously.

"Generals, Lieutenant General Erwin and Lieutenant General Cross all want more reinforcements. The enemies they face are not much less than them. And in street fighting, it is difficult for our troops to take advantage! "A major general officer asked Ulysses. Admiral Grant reported.

"Hell! Tell them, and we'll give them reinforcements for one more army. However, they have to get the job done. Otherwise, a court-martials await them! "Ulysses. Admiral Grant roared.

Although, Ulysses. Admiral Grant didn't want to give such a ruthless order either. However, he also had no choice. The Chinese army is approaching step by step, and if it is not done quickly, the consequences will be unimaginable.

Those militias in Tennessee, USA, also took many measures to delay the offensive of the Imperial Chinese Army. But how can these militias be compared to the Imperial Army? Even if they hid in the crowd and fired black guns, after the enraged Imperial Army, they were often counterattacked dozens or even hundreds of times. As a result, the Imperial Army has been advancing very fast.

On September 20, the Imperial Army's 11th Army captured Nashville, cutting off the rear of the American army. After the Imperial Army's 11th Army left two corps to defend Nashville, the other three infantry corps continued to attack eastward, preparing to completely cut off the American rear. (To be continued......)

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