The situation on the German front line was excellent, which also allowed the transfer of power in the rear to proceed smoothly.
After all, the more successful the front is, it shows how wise the head of state is in revising the "Yellow Plan", which means that the head of state's prestige will become higher and higher.
Under such circumstances, Brauchitsch, who had been demoted from the commander-in-chief of the army to the chief of the army's general staff, was now quite sensible. After a day of silence, he went to the head of state's residence to report his work in person. It was said to be a report, but in fact it was a disguised expression.
attitude, complying with the head of state's move to demote him to chief of general staff.
When he saw Brauchitsch, Reinhardt was in high spirits. Although staying up late for a long time recently made Reinhardt always feel sleepy during the day. But now, on this sunny day,
It's his turn.
Looking at Brauchitsch who came to report his work after being demoted by him, Reinhard really wanted to take two steps forward, pat him on the shoulder and say: "Surprise or not, surprise or not, you short-circuited your head and violated the law."
When I gave the order, I certainly didn’t expect today to happen, right?”
It's not enough. Once you say this kind of thing, it feels good, but it also offends people and makes it difficult to get along with them in the future...
Therefore, Reinhard actually seemed to be beating his chest in front of Brauchitsch: "Brochitsch, my general... you said, the 0th SS Division and the Berlin Garrison
Why are people so reckless, leading troops to surround the Army Headquarters?"
I saw Reinhard saying in a cadence, "Let's encircle this. Lieutenant General Jack actually killed all the disobedient Junkers officers. Twenty-three of them were all children from some wealthy families. He
It’s too rude. When I have time later, I will scold him!"
Seeing Reinhard talking to himself, Brauchitsch's face was twitching. Anyone with a discerning eye knows that you called the SS and the Berlin garrison. You are talking so nonsense now.
Is it really good?!
Besides, what the hell is a good scolding?! The Junker nobles have killed so many family members, so you can just scold Lieutenant General Jack and let it go? If you still have time to look back, then just say it if you don’t have time.
Are you too lazy to say a few words?
I heard that some of the Junkers were killed and their children were not over yet. Starting yesterday, SS General Aka began to lead troops one after another to liquidate those families who were preparing to develop their own influence in the army.
These families were not blatantly resisting Reinhardt, but just wanted to cultivate their own power and occupy a place in the army, so they suffered such a huge extortion. As far as Brahchi knew, there were already more than ten elders.
The nobleman was accused of surrendering to the enemy and treason, was arrested and shot.
However, when he came to express his attitude to the head of state this time, he was not worried about his own life. After all, the head of state had just announced that he would be promoted to field marshal. A dignified marshal cannot be accused of treason and be killed. This would be embarrassing if word spread.
The face of the Third Reich.
After a long time, when Reinhard finally finished talking nonsense, Brauchitsch finally said slowly: "The Führer... I'm deeply sorry for stopping the armored forces. I promise the same."
It will never happen a second time."
Reinhard really wanted to complain: "You don't have to guarantee that as a chief of staff, you won't be able to ruin my good deeds."
It was almost, almost, the tragedy of Dunkirk would have happened again. If I hadn't reacted quickly and mobilized my direct troops to promptly resolve the shackles of the Army Headquarters, the armored forces had only stopped for less than 24 hours. Maybe.
The 300,000 helpless British and French troops should escape from Dunkirk and become a major threat to the German army in the future.
It has to be said that some ill-intentioned Junker nobles encouraged Brauchitsch to act arbitrarily. Perhaps their original intention was to expand the influence of the Army Headquarters and gain more say in the future to prevent Reinhardt from
The high command seized power.
However, their behavior has touched Reinhardt's bottom line and almost led to irreparable consequences. If not, Reinhardt would not have wanted to take the same step as Hitler in history and turn the Army into a
The headquarters was forcibly evacuated.
"Well, I believe you." Just think about some things in your mind. On the surface, Reinhard still said it very appropriately: "No matter what, I still have great trust in you, General. Oh, by the way! Maybe I should advance
Let’s call you Marshal Brahchi.”
While downgrading to the Army General Headquarters, he also gave Brakhitch a reassurance and promoted him to field marshal. These were all arranged in advance, and Brakhitch also received the news from the headquarters.
"My head of state, regarding the promotion to marshal, I am very grateful..." Braxitch's eyes suddenly lit up.
After all, the German Army has not promoted a marshal in nearly 20 years. This promotion also means that Brauchitsch's status will instantly rise to the number one person in the army. As the only marshal in the army, this honor is not awarded with a Medal of Honor.
Comparable.
Reinhard watched with interest as Brachitch continued to express his feelings, and Reinhard felt a little embarrassed. He knew how excited Brachitch was to be given the title of field marshal, and he also knew what this title meant.
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However, the gold content of this army's number one man is only temporary. Through his own prophetic advantage, Reinhard is actually very sure that the French battle will be won in the end. When the time comes, he will have reason to promote a large number of meritorious officials, one by one.
He was promoted to several field marshals in one breath.
Hehe, this guy Brahchi must have never imagined that he just made him the marshal one month in advance. This favor is more than worth it now.
When Brahchi found out that one month later, field marshals who were equal to him appeared one after another, it was too late to have any opinions. After all, by that time, the nobles who should be dealt with had already been cleared up, and no one could go to the marshal.
Make a fuss about yourself and cause some trouble.
Reinhardt did this very beautifully.
With the greatest honor at the moment, he stabilized Brahchichi, whom the Junker nobles could count on most, cut off their thoughts, and then dealt with these dishonest nobles one by one.
After cleaning up those who should be dealt with, and taking advantage of the victory in the Battle of France, he was promoted to other field marshals, breaking Brachchi's position as the number one man in the army, and taking back all the benefits given.
"You deserve it all. You have worked hard for the empire for so long." Reinhard said with a half-smile: "The empire has never been stingy with rewards for its meritorious officials."
I told you in advance that meritorious service will be rewarded, and other meritorious officials will be promoted to marshal in the future. Don't blame me for not warning you in advance.
"Yes, thank you, the head of state, for your respect." Brauchitsch, who did not understand what Reinhard meant, replied respectfully.