Chapter two hundred and seventy-three, two hundred and seventy-four
In the end, Krupp himself expressed his emotional stability.
Although they have been criticized a few times, don't forget that among these factories, Krupp has the closest relationship with Reinhardt. The current three major shareholders of the Krupp Consortium are Krupp himself and the other
Reinhard. The remaining one is Krupp's sister, Bonna, who is the wife of the head of state.
Therefore, even if Reinhard treated anyone badly, he could not treat Krupp badly. A few days ago, the Schneider 155mm howitzer that had just been captured from Poland was sent directly to Krupp before the Wehrmacht artillery general saw it.
The factory has gone.?
As for the officials in the occupied areas, they were eager to return to the place they managed and celebrate the arrival of the good days.
Their previous raids on the occupied areas could only be said to have been carried out secretly. Even if almost everyone knew about it, they could not bring it to the table.
Moreover, many places are still under military control, and the military has the greatest power. As long as the National Defense Forces ask for it, they will have to spit out as much as they eat.
But now, the Führer has rationalized this search!
Moreover, in the meeting just now, the generals of the National Defense Force did not dare to raise objections. This means that in the future, such things can be carried out openly.
Of course, they will also pay attention to what Reinhard said about not oppressing civilians and not creating resistance organizations.
It doesn't matter, civilians can't get anything out of it anyway.
Their targets have long been locked on those capitalists, big and small. Coupled with the very low moral integrity of the domestic arms dealers, it is completely conceivable how these people's "branch factories" will open.
It is nothing more than using various reasons to occupy various small factories, and then any domestic industrial giant such as Mauser, Volkswagen, Zeiss, etc. will turn them into their own branches.
As for the Wehrmacht and the SS, they are also stakeholders. After all, the powerful weapons produced by German companies will eventually be delivered to the German army...
After the capitalists and officials have left, the only ones left are the officers.
Reinhardt, who was in an excited state, did not stay too long and immediately convened a military meeting.?
"You can handle the overall re-equipment of the Wehrmacht by yourself. The order has been placed a long time ago. Major arms suppliers are already in mass production. The specific operation is your Wehrmacht's business, but the corresponding share of weapons for the SS must not be less." Rein
While Hart was taking care of the overall situation, he also did not forget to ask for benefits from the SS.
"By the way," Reinhard suddenly mentioned as he thought of something: "I asked everyone present to report on the 38t chassis assault gun newly developed by the Skoda factory. Please read it and tell us what you think."?
Seeing that everyone around him was looking at him, General Miller, a former Austrian artillery general who was once known as Austria's first artillery expert, could only cough lightly and slowly analyzed and answered:
"According to the report, the 48x75 gun used by this light tank has the same firepower as our No. 3 assault gun. The defense uses 60 mm high-angle armor, but in terms of defensive power, even
More than the No. 3 Assault Gun! As for power, it uses the 160-horsepower engine of the original Czech 38t tank. It can be directly produced after slight modifications to the original production line in Czechoslovakia. In addition, the chassis comes from the mature Czechoslovakia.
The 38t tank chassis production line has removed the complex turret, making production more convenient and consuming less man-hours and resources. This light tank should be able to become a convenient, cheap, and widely equipped weapon."
Admiral Miller is worthy of being the best academic artillery general in former Austria. In a few words, he explained the advantages of this tank destroyer from a professional perspective.
Obviously, Reinhard was very satisfied with this academic general from the Eastern Province. He clapped and said with a smile: "Admiral Miller's analysis is completely correct. This assault gun has powerful firepower.
It has outstanding defense and is a very excellent assault gun. It now has a majestic nickname called - Stalker!"
Stalker! After hearing this nickname, many generals said it was a good idea.
After all, any commander would like a weapon that can pursue enemy positions and hunt down enemy tanks.
Seeing that the generals were very satisfied, Reinhardt raised his lips and continued happily: "This assault gun can not only become an important assist for infantry when attacking enemy positions. At the same time, it is 48 times more powerful than the 75 gun."
, is also enough to penetrate the frontal armor of most combat vehicles currently in service, serving as a supplement to our anti-tank strength."
"In view of the low cost and reliable performance of the Stalker," Reinhardt smiled and said with a wave of his hand: "After preliminary decision, in the future we will add a battalion of 30 vehicles or a reinforcement to each infantry division according to the establishment.
A company of 20 38t (Stalker) assault guns.?”
Each infantry division can expand such a powerful and practical new self-propelled artillery unit, which is definitely a benefit for infantry division commanders.
A "dual-purpose artifact" that can be used as an assault gun when encountering enemy infantry positions, and as a tank destroyer when encountering enemy armored forces. If it can be produced in a streamlined manner and distributed in large quantities to various infantry divisions, it will make the first
The infantry divisions of the Three Empires have experienced a geometric increase in combat power!
Of course, infantry commanders are not the only ones who see the value of stalkers.
As an advocate of "tank warfare", Guderian also quickly discovered the shining point of the 38t assault gun: "This assault gun is not only low in body, highly concealable, but also maneuverable, making it easy to switch after an ambush."
position. And its defense and firepower are also outstanding. In addition to its prototype, the Czech 38t tank has been added to the armored force for a long time, and it is easy to get started..."
Guderian's words were fair and objective at first, but later on, they became tinged with selfishness.
Saying that armored troops are easy to use doesn't mean that armored troops should be given more uniformity!
Sure enough, Guderian immediately continued: "I think this 38t light tank destroyer (called this instead of an assault gun is also to imply that the stalker is suitable for armored forces) can very well supplement domestic armored warfare.
The defect of insufficient vehicle production capacity."?
After a pause, Guderian also added with integrity based on his experience in commanding armored forces: "However, the defenses on the sides and rear of this tank are relatively weak, the artillery firing range is small, and the self-defense firepower is only one
Machine guns. At the same time, as a special artillery organization, the assault guns of our infantry division often divide the entire company and battalion into separate platoons to disperse and support attacks in key areas. In this way, if there is no infantry support on the side or rear, there will not be much support.
Support from surrounding tanks can easily be exploited and destroyed by enemy infantry."
I have to say that Guderian’s last words were quite reasonable. After listening, Reinhard thought about it and immediately continued:?
"This is something that lower-level commanders should pay attention to in the future. No matter how easy it is to produce stalkers, they cannot be wasted in the hands of careless commanders."
"The Stalkers... should give priority to the infantry division, according to the preliminary idea." Glancing at Guderian, Reinhard rubbed his chin and thought: "But in order to compensate the armored troops, the former subordinates
The infantry's No. 3 assault guns were all transferred to the armored forces. This was considered as additional compensation and was not included in the small share of combat vehicles that would be given to the armored forces when there were surpluses in the future.
It’s not that Reinhard is more willing to favor infantry generals than Guderian, who has been with him for more than ten years. It’s that in his German grand strategy, replenishing a large number of Stalkers for the Wehrmacht is an urgent priority!
In the timeline before Reinhardt's time travel, many later Western European war history experts held this view - only the "Stalker" was the German army's answer to the huge number of American M4 Sherman tanks and
The only way for the Soviet Union to make T34 tanks!
Nowadays, the decisive battle between Germany and France is imminent. Once the war begins, there will be no chance to prepare for a rainy day, no time to leisurely expand the armored forces, and no possibility to start from scratch...
Not only must it be equipped to the National Defense Forces, but also as soon as possible!
First of all, all the first batch of Stalkers coming off the production line must be transferred to the rebuilt 30th Infantry Division to help them form a 38t assault gun (Stalker) battalion.
Because it won't be long before Reinhard will let the rebuilt 30th Division set foot on the battlefield again.
This battlefield is at the center of the current diplomatic competition between Britain and Germany - Norway!
The Stalker's low, lightweight body and excellent power give it a unique configuration advantage in the mountainous Nordic region. Even after the end of World War II, Nordic countries like Sweden still use the improved version of the Stalker as their main equipment.
, this is enough to prove how suitable this assault gun is for the upcoming Battle of Northern Europe.
Glancing around the army generals who were hesitant to speak because of the pain of having to release the No. 3 assault gun, Reinhard waved his hand and said: "Anyway, you already account for the majority of the stalkers, so we'll take them away."
The No. 3 assault gun isn’t much, so what else can’t you accept?”?
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Before I knew it, the meeting had lasted until nine o'clock at night?
After looking at his watch, Reinhardt, who had a thirsty mouth, picked up a glass of water, drank it down, and breathed a sigh of relief: "It's getting late, so I'll make the rest of the long story short."
"The Air Force has applied to the Armored Forces to use the Mauser 1932 combat pistol as self-defense firepower. Guderian and Katherine will discuss the share as soon as possible and report it to me. Calculate how much it will cost. If the domestic production capacity is not enough, I will go to Spain to find Franco.
Place an order. You can rest assured that Franco will not have trouble with money."
As he spoke, Reinhard's bragging temper came back again: "Besides, we helped him win the Spanish Civil War. If he dares to disobey, I will send Rommel to bring an armored division to deal with him!
"
Everyone knows that the story of Rommel's armored division sweeping across Spain was not because the German armored forces were really so amazing, capable of defeating ten thousand by one. If it weren't for the nearly one million troops composed of Franco's Army and the Italian Expeditionary Force.
With his backing, no matter how hard Rommel fought, he would never be able to completely annihilate the Spanish Republican Army, which was dozens of times his own size.
Of course, everyone also understands that Reinhardt is just talking and enjoying himself. It is absolutely impossible for a smart person like Reinhardt to actually spend his time and energy on such a stupid thing as dealing with Spain, his quasi-ally.
made.
Even Italy's stinky leader could put down his posture and compliment him with a playful smile, let alone Franco, who was usually respectful and had a "proper" attitude.
Seeing that no one responded to his stupid words in a lively atmosphere, Reinhard coughed twice and changed the subject: "Ahem... By the way, the Air Force originally had an airborne division. Remember to expand it later."
Looking at Kesselring, Reinhard warned seriously: "Our airborne division is inherently elite. We let outstanding soldiers serve as squad leaders, the squad leaders serve as platoon leaders, and the platoon leaders serve as company commanders. We must set up a framework to recruit new recruits as soon as possible.
With our combat effectiveness, the pace of war is getting closer and closer."
After talking about the Air Force, Reinhard did not forget to greet the conference representatives who came on behalf of the Naval Design Bureau: "The modular manufacturing plan proposed by the Naval Design Bureau is very good. You are indeed outstanding German designers. On behalf of the Empire, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to you."
Offer thanks?"
Hearing the head of state say thank you, a group of designers below immediately stood up and returned the favor with sincerity. Many people here are from the shipyard. They don't have the opportunity to see the head of state in person on weekdays, so they admire the head of state who they have known about from the propaganda.
When Hart thanked him like this, they were just like the groupies of later generations who were frightened and excited when they were praised by their idols.
"The Navy can apply modular technology in production as soon as possible and use it in the production of new submarines. I saw the new submarine design a few days ago. It's very good. Let's mass-produce it as soon as possible." Reinhardt said thoughtfully.
mentioned.
Finally, as the meeting was about to end, Reinhardt suddenly said sternly to Redel, who was regularly attending the meeting:?
"The Navy wants to establish a Marine Corps as soon as possible. I will be of great use in the future. If there are not enough people, you can discuss it with the National Defense Forces. If they don't give you people, you won't give the National Defense Forces the old gun barrels in stock. Anyway, everyone will follow the new organization.
Everything that should be there will be there. Remember, your goal is the British Isles! You will represent the army of old Europe after the Duke of Normandy and once again set foot on British soil. At the same time, you will also be the first general to plant the flag in the United Kingdom.
Homegrown German team!"
"Raeder, I entrust you with the task of trampling on the glory of the British Empire. The Third Reich will eventually take off amid the decline and collapse of the British Empire!"
"However, the fleet of the British Empire is still their absolute force to defend the island. At present, it is very difficult to achieve it. I want to ask again, do you have the confidence to use blood and fire to cleanse the battle?
Do you have the confidence to use the life of a British man to comfort the unyielding soul of Scapa Flow, comfort Frederick the Great, Prince Elbert, Crown Prince William, Moltke, Hindenburg, Ebert...
....
Listening to the familiar names, Redel looked calm on the surface, but anyone could see from his trembling voice on the conference table that he was clutching his pen tightly. People could see from his hands that were turning white from exertion that his
There has been a huge wave in my heart. The First World War and the Treaty of Versailles are not only a scar for the navy, but also a shame for everyone present, because they are soldiers!
After suppressing the fluctuations in his heart, Reddel stood up suddenly, with red eyes and moved his lips, as if he had a thousand words to say, but in the end, he just said loudly: "For Germany!"?
Next to him, Dönitz, who had been in a British prisoner-of-war camp, became even more excited and stood up. Then, everyone stood up and shouted at the top of their lungs.