Just when a group of neatly dressed generals, with shiny epaulettes and polished leather shoes, began to consider whether to send Reinhardt to a mental hospital, Reinhardt, who looked like a lunatic, spoke again:
"Oh my God! In the entire Third Reich's military elite, there isn't a single hard-core person who dares to bet with me?"
Boom, now Reinhard has stung a hornet's nest. Originally, if you want to implement your policy, just give the order directly. Although there will be objections among the generals, German generals have always regarded execution as the criterion, and they must
It will eventually be done.
Bet on streaking? How the hell is this a good deal if you generously allow me to wear some underwear?
Finally, there is a provocation method to stimulate these commanders who have been in the army for decades!
If a politician insists on making a 100% final word on a military issue shamelessly, he is not leaving himself a way out, nor is he saving himself face!
Seeing that the generals were getting angry, Reinhard simply threw out another trump card: "Don't say that I don't listen to everyone's opinions and insist on having my own way. I put it here today. If someone wins my bet, Britain and France will be in Germany."
During the war, he sent troops to attack western Germany. Well, the next military operations will be carried out immediately according to his backup plan. And from now on, I will never ask for military operations above the battalion level..."
"What? No one dares to bet on their own judgment? Who is the strategist, you or me?"
"Okay!" Lundstedt, who had long lost his composure, gave Reinhard a rare salute with a raised hand instead of a military salute, and then said in front of everyone: "Since the Yuan capital has spoken,
Then I, the general who put forward the opinion, will not shirk it. Today, my subordinates will follow the leader's wishes and gamble on such a game. I just hope that the leader will abide by his promise and let the Army General Staff be fully responsible for the subsequent operational command after losing.
"
Damn it! Rundstedt was the most senior general in Germany today. Reinhard was extremely excited when he thought that he could let him run around the center of Berlin wearing a pair of pants soon.
Although General Rundstedt's performance in World War II was always known as being quite satisfactory, this could not conceal his profound knowledge in infantry group tactics.
As for the veteran Lundstedt, Sickert had repeatedly praised his military talent Ling Ran when he was still alive, and asked Reinhardt to be more respectful and humble towards him.
From a political perspective, Sickert's evaluation of Rundstedt was: This general fully represents a passing era!
From a military perspective, Reinhardt, who was a fan of World War II before time travel, also admired Lundstedt and labeled him: a man who fought steadily but dared to invest troops and was good at seizing opportunities.
In terms of his ability to plan an excellent plan, Lundstedt may not be as precise and perfect as a commander who came from the staff department like Manstein. But if it is really put on the battlefield, his ability to command on the battlefield is absolutely unparalleled.
It can give his opponents a headache.
Lundstedt's strength lies in his skillful use of his many years of accumulated experience. He can always put his troops into the most lethal position to the enemy in the shortest time. This makes the enemy commander tired of dealing with it and entering
within the rhythm of war he set.
This skill in controlling the battle situation was his most typical symbol throughout World War II in history. So many later generations of World War II fans mistakenly believed that he did not have any means of surprising victory, but only commanded the troops step by step. But
It is precisely this kind of steady and steady combat that best reflects a general's profound skill.
You can let such an originally arrogant general suffer a dumb loss from you, and you will make a lot of money!
Although Reinhard was very excited in his heart, he still had a righteous expression on the surface and said: "Everyone knows that honesty is my code of conduct. As the head of a country, my words naturally have weight.
I won’t break my promise.”
At this moment, you remember that you are the leader of a country? How could your madman-like image look anything like a head of state? At this moment, I don’t know how many people below despise Reinhardt who says one thing and does another.
"Well, General Lundstedt has made a good start. Then who else will bet with me?" Reinhardt, who had deceived Lundstedt, was obviously not satisfied, so he turned to him with great interest.
Looking for its next target.
"General Bock? How about you add one too?"
"No, no, no..."
"Let's make a bet, General Kluge. It's very fun."
"Uh... I'll forget it, my subordinates. I actually think the head of state's previous analysis is reasonable."
"It doesn't matter if it makes sense. After all, the British just made a guarantee to Poland, so let's take a gamble..."
Who dares to bet? No one dares to bet!
Lundstedt was a veteran of the army, so he could still compete with Reinhardt. How many of the remaining ones could really stand up to the Führer?
Needless to say, the Air Force is all Reinhardt’s cronies!
If the Navy wants to launch more warships, it has to beg for mercy from the head of state who only loves aircraft carriers.
How many of the remaining senior generals of the army were not single-handedly promoted by someone else's head of state?
To be honest, if it weren't for the head of state's promise that "after losing, he will never ask for military operations above the battalion level again." Lundstedt would not have been in a hurry to come forward and fight Reinhardt.
Such a stupid bet.
Yes, he likes to run, and he wears very little even when running in winter. But this does not mean that he likes not to wear anything at all!
Having been in the army for many years, a young second lieutenant who graduated from the military academy, step by step, has reached his current position. Lundstedt has always relied on his rigorous style and solid military theoretical foundation. He has always been in awe of war.
The most despicable person is the kind of politician who thinks he has a perfect idea and puts the lives of soldiers on the line.
Although Reinhard was also a politician who came out of the army, and claimed to be the protégé of General Sickert, whom he respected most. However, Lundstedt did not think that Reinhard's experience at his age could make him
He knew everything about the enemy beforehand and had no plans left.
In addition, Britain and France took advantage of the situation and sent troops. From a military point of view, there was no shortcoming at all and it was the best strategy. Lundstedt had no reason to give up his idea.
However, Rundstedt was a general with a sense of responsibility after all. Although he had objections, he still tried his best to complete the tasks assigned by Reinhardt. After the bet, he immediately and seriously reported to the head of state.
: "My head of state, regarding the situation on the front line, I have asked the staff to prepare a document. After reading it, you will have a deeper understanding of the situation on the front line. Perhaps, by then you will be able to truly understand our
situation."
After all, he is a respectable veteran. No wonder Hitler in history still had some lingering thoughts after he was dismissed twice. With this serious and responsible attitude, Lundstedt is worthy of being a representative figure of German commanders.
No matter how many opinions I have, I will always implement the matters assigned by the head of state seriously.
A smile appeared on the corner of his mouth. After looking around the conference hall confidently, Reinhard said loudly: "General Lundstedt's rigorous and responsible attitude is worth learning. However, the materials are not required."
Under Lundstedt's puzzled gaze, Reinhard waved his hand and laughed: "I am also the apprentice of the previous army commander-in-chief, General Sickert. In the formulation process of the "White Plan", every item I
I’ve seen it all before. Speaking of it, I can memorize it.”