Battle of the Third Reich

"It's really good weather today, Mr. Captain." Admiral Jean Degu stood on the rear deck of the battleship Dunkirk and watched with interest as the sailors trained down the tail ladder. I can't wait to set foot on this land.

Following the private deal between Petain and him, he only needs to serve the land for four years, and then the government will transfer him back to the country and grant him the coveted rank of naval marshal. This is only a small part of the benefit that the admiral wants. In addition to the necessary power and wealth, he is also allowed to learn all the contents of the secret transaction of Germany and France. This is a political recognition of him, indicating that he There will be a chance to enter the core of power at the national level, of course, if he can successfully pass this test, but for the ambitious General Jean De Gu, as long as France and Germany are his backing, he can calmly face Challenge all.

"Yes, very good weather, Lord General." Colonel Louis Kolini, the captain of the Dunkirk, catered to the side. The captain had just learned from the admiral that after the other party took over as governor of French Indochina, he would be promoted to major general and he would also hand over to him the position of deputy commander of the French Far East Fleet. This has been exciting for a long time, and now I am still a little confused as if in a dream.

Because the formation of this fleet is a private transaction between Germany and France, and the news must be closely blocked externally and internally, so apart from the captains of these warships, the navy did not mobilize any senior naval generals. , He took the fleet to the sea to carry out the mission will not trigger other associations of the British. When the fleet departed from the Port of Toulon, the British and France were seemingly close allies. They stayed in Alexandria for one night, and they organized several battleships of the Mediterranean squadron. Then the fleet successfully passed the Suez Canal and entered Arabian Sea.

When the fleet sailed out of the Gulf of Aden, something that surprised Louis and other French captains happened. Just like snowballing, ships of all sizes continue to come from all directions to join the fleet. These ships include large passenger ships and cargo ships, as well as some naval logistics transport ships. The captains clearly saw that the passenger ships were full of French Army troops, and some of the transport ships were also full of tanks and trucks on the deck. This abnormal phenomenon certainly aroused the suspicion of the naval captains, and some unexpected rumors began to spread in the fleet.

Because the order announced at the time of the fleet's departure was to go to the French Indian colony (note: not French Indochina, but French India, when France still kept several colonies in India.) to evacuate a group of local French expatriates, but now This situation. Where does it appear to be the evacuation of overseas Chinese, it is unlikely that there was a riot in French India, which they suppressed in the past. Speaking of it, it is also possible. In recent years, the rise of the independent thought in India has been reported. There have been several small-scale uprisings in the area under British rule.

Not waiting for the good guys in the French sailors to compile the story, followed by an amazing news, the British Royal Navy attacked the French fleet shamelessly on the night of the 17th, and the fleet stationed in Egypt and Mirskbil port lost Tragically, the commander of the French squadron in Egypt, General Godfroy, committed suicide. At this time, he and his flagship have sunk into the icy waters of Alexandria.

Suddenly, the entire fleet was full of excitement. In addition to swearing at the shameless British guys, some officers also shouted the slogan of turning around and returning to Egypt, which happened to bring so many troops in the fleet. Simply landed directly in Egypt, completely blocking the Suez Canal and cutting off the transportation between India and Britain.

Jean Degu immediately came forward to stop these commotions in the fleet. He still has important tasks to complete, which directly relates to his future prospects, how can he allow for misfortunes. He also felt that the time had come. It is possible to announce the truth of this mission to the officers and men, so he called all the captains on the flagship Dunkerque for a meeting. At the meeting, he took out the appointment letter that Petain gave him and announced it The real destination of the fleet. He told the captains that the fleet will **** the transport fleet to French Indochina. All the ships in the fleet are integrated into the Far East Fleet. In the future, they will stay in Asia to protect France. In the interests of the Far East, resist possible invasions.

As for why it was kept secret to the captains before, Jean Degu explained that this was mainly for the purpose of achieving the task smoothly, because such a powerful fleet going to Asia will definitely break the balance of local strength, in order to avoid unnecessary trouble, That's why they chose to block the news and avoid which sailor spoke quickly to the British.

The British have always opposed France’s strengthening of Asian military powers, fearing that their authority there will be shaken, so once they discover the true destination of the French fleet, the consequences are completely imaginable. Facts have now proved that the Fleet Command’s concerns are correct. If the real plan was made public at that time, maybe they are now sunk in Alexandria with the Mediterranean Fleet.

Since the Commander of the Fleet said this, the captains did not have the courage to complain, and the order had been made clear, so they should be carried out honestly. It is said that life in Asia is quite comfortable, at least stronger than the chaotic France. At the same time, this is not a vacation. This is to defend the country. As a naval officer, you have to get used to being at home.

Next, what happened to Degussa made the captains stunned. The admiral pointed out to the captains that there was a transport ship in the fleet carrying a German force. The French navy must be enthusiastic. Reception, and to restrain the sailors, must not cause any trouble, otherwise he vowed that the directly responsible commander would immediately get rid of his troops.

The general said that he understands that his subordinates will have emotions, but as a French naval officer, he must have an overall view, and he must not let paranoid hatred cover his eyes. Before the fleet's departure, Germany had a secret truce with France. At present, high-level negotiations between the two sides are in close negotiations. With the efforts of Marshal Betten, Germany has already shown some willingness to ease relations with France.

The army soldiers on the ship outside were former prisoners of war. They were still shoveling in the camps a few weeks ago. The German side was willing to release them and agreed to re-arm them to defend the French colony. This is obviously an act of releasing goodwill. Now that the Germans have expressed their sincerity, how can the noble French not show their performance. This time the German troops carried, whose mission is to protect a high-level German mission, they will pass through the law Belonging to the border of Indochina and traveling to China in war, all French troops have obligations and responsibilities to ensure the safety of these people regardless of the perspective.

Jean Degu reminded the captains that this was not a weak act of casting an enemy. It is an equal status cooperation, which is a rare opportunity for France to allow the Germans to reconsider the status of their defeated country. If this mission successfully completes its mission with the help of France, then it will certainly promote the negotiations between France and Germany. In the end, Jean Degu reminded the captains again and again that they must explain their meaning to their subordinates and let them understand that what they have done now is to save their motherland.

Because France and Britain had torn their faces back then, of course it was impossible for the fleet to pass through the control area of ​​the British Far East Fleet. Although according to the strength of the British Far East Fleet at that time, the French fleet did not pay much attention to it, but when going out, some unnecessary troubles can be avoided or avoided. So the fleet did not pass the Singapore waterway. But through the Sunda Strait of the Dutch East India, after thousands of nautical miles, the French fleet finally reached its first destination, Jakarta.

I spent a whole day in that bustling city, replenishing fuel and supplies. It was also equipped with the remaining personnel of the German mission. Marshal Blumberg was invited by Deguss to board the flagship of the fleet, and the best commander’s bedroom on the ship was also given to the army marshal. .

"The ones he said at the time. I think there are some truths. Although they do not conform to the aesthetic style of our Germans, they do have some truths." Marshal Blumberg climbed from the senior officer's passage to the back of the Dunkirk On the deck, followed by the lieutenant carrying a briefcase, two French sailors wearing white summer uniforms, carrying the marshal's suitcase.

"Your Admiral, this is really a beautiful and elegant warship. I have some reluctance to leave her." Blumberg saw Jean De Gu standing on the side of the ship and chatting with the captain. He shouted enthusiastically. Greeted.

"I am also reluctant to leave this battleship, but unfortunately we all have a duty, His Excellency Field Marshal." Jean Degu paid a military salute to Blumberg, and the German Marshal gladly raised the Field Marshal's cane.

"It's a shame not to have breakfast with you today, but we can find a place to have a drink after we go ashore." Jean Degu smiled at Blumberg in fluent German.

"I look forward to your invitation, Admiral, no, now I should call you Lord, Governor." Blumberg answered in the same skillful French.

"You are so humorous, Marshal, your subordinates and the guard have all landed. The unloading of equipment will take some time. We have prepared a comfortable villa for you in the city. The rest of my subordinates It will be arranged properly." Jean De Gu said to Blumberg with a smile.

"The car is ready, Lord General." Jean Degu's adjutant ran up the gangway and reported to the new Governor.

"So, Marshal, please allow me to invite you to set foot on this French overseas territory." Jean De Gu made an invitation to Blumberg.

"This is my honor, Your Excellency Governor." Blumberg adjusted the collar of the entire military uniform and followed Jean Degu down the ramp.

With the arrival of these two people, the history of Asia has turned a new page.

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