In order to win the war, the Germans were clearly prepared to compromise on all means. History has always been written by the victors, so as long as the war is won, then history is written by them. No matter what means are used, as long as the final victory in the war is won, then it will be fine. Therefore, the Germans intended to take a preemptive strike in this war, in other words, it was simply an undeclared war.

Undeclared war is undoubtedly despicable and shameless. However, this is undoubtedly the best way to ensure the suddenness of the attack. Of course, this brings infamy. But what does it matter if you can win the war and bear a little infamy?

The surest way for the German Empire to win the war was for both the army and navy to gain superiority in Europe. That is, the army is going to sweep the whole of Western Europe. At the same time, the Navy needs to win the war at a small cost. Compared to the Army, the Navy's task is much more difficult. Although, the strength of the 5th Fleet deployed in Europe by the German Navy and the Chinese Navy is comparable. However, if you want to launch a surprise attack, it is almost impossible.

The Chinese deployed a large number of submarines and seaplanes in the North Sea, and outside the German Navy's military ports, Chinese fast warships often cruised. As soon as the warships of the German Navy go to sea, then the Chinese Navy will immediately get the news. All the warships of the Chinese Navy will go to sea for a decisive battle with the German Navy. If the German Navy was not lucky, it would not have been easy to defeat the German Navy in a decisive battle at sea. If you want to win big at a slight cost, that's even more impossible. The best outcome is a pyrrhic victory.

As a matter of fact. The Germans did not know when their navy was facing the 5th Fleet of the Chinese Navy at this time. There is no advantage anymore. In 1863, the Chinese Navy had eight 'Minggai-class' battleships in service. in the first half of the year. The first batch of four 'Mingkai-class' battleships has already entered service. And the second batch will have to wait until the second half of the year. In order to strengthen the strength of the 5th Fleet, Long Yufei directly decided to allocate the first batch of four 'Ming Gai-class' battleships to the 5th Fleet. The 1st Fleet is preparing to receive the second batch of four 'Mingkai-class' battleships in the second half of the year.

So, the 5th Fleet of the Imperial Navy now has not 28 capital ships, as the Germans guessed, but 32. The four extra ones are still the most powerful battleships. In a naval battle of equal proportions, these four 'Mingkai-class' battleships will undoubtedly play the role of the last straw that crushes the camel's back. For the sake of secrecy, the four 'Mingkai-class' battleships did not take the Strait of Malacca and the Suez Canal when they went to Europe. Rather, it enters the Java Sea from the Sunda Strait. Then into the Indian Ocean, and then around the Cape of Good Hope arrived at the Azores, the military base of the Imperial Navy in the Atlantic. Moreover, these four 'Mingchang-class' battleships did not enter the port of heroes, but rested in a remote military port. It was only after the situation became more tense that the four ships sailed on their backs to the north of England. Even, these four battleships were never with the main fleet of the 5th Fleet of the Imperial Navy, but were moored alone in a secret port. A qiē is to prepare a big gift for the Germans.

The Germans' war planes were already in motion, and a large number of land forces began to assemble on the border. The Navy's overhaul and maintenance are almost complete. This made Germany ready to start a war at any time. The Germans prepared for war. Of course, it can't be hidden from the neighboring Kingdom of Belgium.

At this moment, the Kingdom of Belgium has completed its preparations for war, and the army has mobilized a million people. The Navy's fleet is also ready for war and can go to sea at any time to fight. Of course. Compared to the Chinese Navy, the strength of the Belgian Navy is too weak. Their mission was not to fight the German navy. Rather, it is the blockade of the English Channel. The task of a decisive battle with the German Navy fell to the Chinese Navy.

Given the tension of the situation. King Leopold I of Belgium had ordered the withdrawal of 100,000 Belgian troops who had been deployed in the French battlefield. Next, the Kingdom of Belgium will face a frantic attack by the German Empire. has reached the point of life and death, and naturally needs to accumulate all the strength. The Kingdom of France has also completed its mobilization, 600,000 of the 800,000 troops have been put into the attack on the French Empire, and the withdrawal of 100,000 Belgian troops will not have much impact on the overall situation.

Leopold I convened a council in the royal palace in Brussels. Rozhye, Foreign Secretary Henry. De Bruquell, Secretary of War Carton, Secretary of the Navy Jenkins, Crown Prince Leopold. Victor, also known as Leopold II, was present at this meeting. In addition, General Luo Li, commander of the 14th Army of the Chinese Empire in the Kingdom of Belgium, was also invited to attend the meeting. The future of the Kingdom of Belgium is at stake, and the Belgians naturally have to gather all their strength.

"Ladies and gentlemen, the Germans' armies are moving frequently, and it is foreseeable that they will soon be on the offensive. This will be another crisis facing the Kingdom of Belgium. Last time, though, we were able to hold on and win in the end. This time, I am still convinced that the Kingdom of Belgium will win the final victory! Leopold I said firmly. He is old, although his energy is a little low. However, when it was a matter of life and death for the country, he still stood up. His country and his people need him. Crown Prince Leopold. Victor is too young to be qualified to serve the public.

"Your Majesty, this has been expected for a long time. As long as the Germans dare to attack, we will resist to the end. Of course, the Germans were so strong that it was difficult for us to defeat them. But as long as we can buy enough time for our allies to wait for the allies' reinforcements to arrive, we win! "Prime Minister Charles. Rojje appeared optimistic. By the time he said this, Charles. Luo Riye did not forget to glance at Admiral Luo Li.

"Yes, His Majesty. The Imperial Army had already begun to assemble in the various ports, and the Navy had prepared enough transport ships. As soon as the war began, the armies of the empire would go to Europe. In a month at most, our troops will land in Europe. The Germans wanted to sweep all of Western Europe, that was impossible. They want to win the war, but it is even more wishful thinking! Admiral Luo Li said confidently. Although the 14th Army had only 200,000 men, the use of a large number of new weapons made him full of confidence in future wars. Not to mention anything else, the 14th Armored Brigade assigned to the 14th Army is the trump card unit in his hands.

Hearing Admiral Luo Li say this, Leopold I's face also looked a little better. At least, everyone is still confident. In this case, it may not be difficult for them to win the war.

"Are our military preparations complete?" King Leopold I asked.

"Your Majesty, the Belgian Army has now completed its mobilization. An army of one million, of which 200,000 were deployed in the fortress of Liège. The fortifications we have built in the Scorching Sun region are more than capable of withstanding the German attack. If the Germans were going to break through from here, they would be able to break their heads. Of the remaining 800,000 people, 400,000 are deployed on the northern border, and the other 400,000 on the eastern border! Secretary of War Caton said. Although, an army of a million seems like a lot. But in reality, once it is put into the various fronts, there are not many. What's more, they all knew that if the Germans were to attack, the army would be far more than a million men.

"The 14th Group Army of the Chinese Army is used as a reserve force." Caton continued.

Leopold I nodded, after all, the army sent by the Chinese Empire is equivalent to the guests, and it is impossible to let the guests be at the forefront as soon as the war begins!

"Now that we have completed the preparations for war, let's wait for the war to come with peace of mind! We want to let the Germans know that the Kingdom of Belgium is weak, but we are not afraid of them. If they want to destroy the Kingdom of Belgium, they must be prepared to pay a terrible price! Leopold I said firmly.

"Long live the Kingdom of Belgium!" The others shouted loudly.

After the meeting, Admiral Rolley exchanged views with the Minister of War of the Kingdom of Belgium, Carton, and the Minister of the Navy, Jenkins.

"On the land side, the Reich built the Kingdom of Belgium to prevent a sneak attack by the Germans. In order to win, the Germans were able to do anything this time. On the naval side, the Empire hoped that the Kingdom of Belgium would strengthen its control of the English Channel and, if possible, move west of the Strait of Gibraltar to protect the shipping lines. After all, when the time comes, a large number of transport ships from the Reich will arrive and will be the target of the Germans' key attacks! ”

Carton and Jenkins both said that they knew that in this war, they also fought in the spirit of twelve. The importance of war is self-evident. If it fails, the consequences will be dire.

The Belgian army and navy are at their highest level of combat readiness, and the Kingdom of France is still fighting the French Empire, but they have already achieved a decisive advantage. The Spanish Army sent millions of troops north of the Pyrenees. It can be seen that the Peace Alliance, having felt the crisis, is also ready to deal with it.

August 10, 1863, is a time that should be remembered by the world. It was on this day that Germany launched the right hook battle plan with more than two million troops. Without a declaration of war, a direct attack was launched on the Kingdom of Belgium. (To be continued......)

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