Battle of the Third Reich

A group of new guests arrived at the Kummersdorf Weapon Proving Ground today. The security checkpoints were set all the way to the highway. At each intersection, armed vehicles equipped with large-caliber automatic weapons were placed on duty.

Soviet military representatives wore their own straight military dresses, their chests were covered with glittering medals, and the German masters also sent a gorgeous reception lineup, full of elites from the General Staff with red welts on breeches.

These Soviet soldiers were representatives of the Red Army who visited Germany along with the "trade delegation." What is interesting is that the ranks are generally not high. The leader is a 50-year-old colonel of Soviet Red Army workers and peasants. In fact, even the Germans know that this is just a fake. The real core of this team is the first deputy people's commissioner, Major General Merkulov, who is wearing a uniform of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

The Germans could not understand why these Soviet soldiers were willing to accept the management of personnel from other systems. The Soviet Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Red Army were not affiliated with each other. In theory, Merkulov had no power to intervene in the affairs of the Red Army, just like the German Security Administration The internal affairs of the National Defense Force cannot be intervened, even if the administrative level is the same as that of the Major General.

In the final analysis, the root of the problem still lay with their "Apostle". Because of the deliberate interference of the German Head of State, history has undergone dramatic changes. The original sudden abrupt rebellion in Soviet history in early September 1940 The movement continued in this time and space. Not only did it not show any signs of extinction, but in the past month there has been a growing trend.

The Soviet Red Army is still the hardest hit area. At the end of October, Moscow had just executed a group of middle and senior officers. Even today, even a senior commander with a diamond star on the neckline, his legs tremble when he sees the blue cornflower cap. Not to mention the Soviet Party’s political and military institutions, even the Internal Affairs and People’s Committee has been cleaned back and forth several times, otherwise Beria could easily become General Secretary of National Security.

As Belia's confidant, director of the National Security Agency, and first deputy people's committee, Merkulov can be said to be in charge of the life and death power of all the delegation. Inside the Soviet Union, Merkulov carried a blank arrest order at any time, and only needed to fill in his name to arrest any "enemy of the country" he thought. However, at this time, the delegation was abroad, and it was impossible for the bureau chief to exercise his authority in Germany. He had to wait until he returned to the country to clean up which one he wanted.

Merkulov is not worried about who in the delegation will escape his palm. These Red Army officers, like the agents who were recalled to domestic execution two years ago, have no other escape route except to return to the country unless they are willing to give up in the Soviet Union. All relatives.

"Thank you very much, Marshal Keitel, for your hospitality, let us dry this glass of wine for the friendship between the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics and the Great German Empire." Molotov raised the glass in his hand and moved towards the Soviet military administration present. The officials toasted loudly.

"longlive friendship!"

"Hi! Reinhardt!" the officers shouted slogans and took a drink from the cup.

"My Excellency Marshal, I am glad that the German Head of State will allow us to visit the Kummersdorf Weapon Proving Ground. I don’t know what visits you have arranged for us today? We hope to see the latest tanks and artillery developed by Germany. The British called "the green devil." Molotov put the empty glass on the plate held by the waiter.

"Since the head of state has agreed to open everything to Soviet friends, we will of course meet your request." Kettle took out his handkerchief and wiped his beard, then raised his wrist and looked at his watch.

"It's almost time, let's go to the stands with me." The Field Marshal took his scepter from the aide.

A group of people left the cold dining venue, followed the marshal of the landing army, and walked to the shooting range not far away. This is a medium-sized shooting range covering an area of ​​20 square kilometers. It is usually used for shooting tests of direct-fire artillery and armored vehicles. After the crowd boarded the towering stands on the side of the field, it was found that several armored vehicles of different sizes had been parked on the shooting range, and a row of artillery was placed on the rear side.

"These are the main tanks and armored vehicles currently equipped by the National Defense Forces, as well as most of the conventional artillery that we have." Kettle said to Molotov.

"It's really elite, and it's worthy of the famous German Wehrmacht." Molotov's polite compliment arrived.

Although this foreign minister was used by the Finns to name a simple anti-tank weapon, he did not have much concept of industrial products such as tank planes. As a diplomat, he did not need to be an expert in weapons. He only needs to learn how to use the deterrent power brought by the weapon to others.

"Is that type I, type II, type III tank, or that pile of old tricks, the one on the side should be their latest type IV tank, it looks quite different from the previous German style, if possible It’s better to be able to enter the tank and take a look.” A Lieutenant Colonel of the Red Army introduced Merkulov.

"Andre Valeryevich, you are an expert in tanks, just look at it from the outside. What do you think of this kind of tank?" Merkulov is not expert in this respect, but he can rely on Experts around.

"Okay, Comrade Vsevorod Nikolayevich, from the outside, it should be a very advanced tank, the armor thickness should be more than most of the light and medium tanks of the Red Army. The artillery caliber It seems to be more than seventy millimeters. Although I don’t know how high the shell velocity is, but the caliber should not be too small. I think this tank is enough to threaten all our active tanks, even the latest T34.

We do not know the specific parameters of this tank at all. If the Germans are willing to fulfill the agreement, it is best to get a few prototypes of this tank and then return to the country for detailed testing. But I am worried that they will not make us wish, after all, this is the latest main equipment they have on hand. Lieutenant Colonel Andrey Valeryevich Xie Miao answered.

"The Germans will not only develop this kind of tank. I know they are developing a more powerful tank. Unfortunately, we only know one number, but we can't get any evidence to prove that such a tank exists." Speaking of here, Merkulov couldn't restrain the depression in his heart. The German intelligence officer who provided this news has now disappeared, as if the world has evaporated, which has confirmed the authenticity of the intelligence from the side.

At this time, the rumbling engine sounds echoed over the shooting range, and the tanks under the stands began to demonstrate their superb maneuverability to the audience, especially the No. 3 tank, thanks to the newly equipped high-horsepower engine, just walked all the way to the dust , Leaving several companions far behind. The No. 2 tank, which also had a new engine, was not to be outdone. Under the skilled operation of the driver, it quickly rushed out of the highest speed. If the No. 3 tank is like a galloping horse, then the No. 2 tank is exactly like An excited hound jumped up and down to chase his colleagues in the ring off-road test track around the shooting range.

"Comrade Vsevorod Nikolayevich, this is nothing compared to our tanks. We already know these old German tanks well. But it looks like Germany is their number three. The tank has been replaced with a new type of engine. If possible, we'd better get another one for testing." Lieutenant Colonel Xie Miao whispered.

Hitler gave generously to the Soviet Union three No. 3 tanks as a proof of the friendship between the Soviet Union and Germany. At the same time, there was no lack of showing off the idea of ​​the German "Science and Technology World First" to the Soviets. He did not believe that the Soviet Union could produce weapons that surpassed Germany. In his view, even if the tank was placed in front of the Soviets, they would not be able to copy it.

It can only be said that Hitler is half right, the Soviets did not have the idea of ​​copying the No. 3 tank at all. In their view, this tank is too sophisticated, and the Germans are too chasing the comfort of the tank occupants. The extravagant interior design, in the eyes of the Soviet Red Army, was completely unnecessary waste.

Both the production and maintenance of German tanks require a lot of resources and manpower, especially for the personal qualities of the members of the car group. They have high mechanical qualities. In addition to requiring the crew to have certain mechanical knowledge, they must also be able to understand various complex charts and use Manuals and repair instructions.

They were replaced by illiterate or semi-illiterate Soviet Red Army soldiers, who were generally confused about the direction of the valve. In the first few months, at least four-quarters of the equipment distributed by the Red Army tank troops in the first few months Three will be damaged due to improper operation. It is much worse and more repaired, and it will become proficient after a long time. This is the normal growth trajectory of the Soviet Red Army tank driver.

"When the show is over, Comrade Vyacheslav Mikhailovich (Molotov) will ask to see the army equipment up close. The Germans will not refuse his request. Way around the shooting range to see if there are any other discoveries. But be careful, as far as possible not to attract the attention of the Germans, you are all veterans, I don’t want to remind you any more of this." In the stands At the tip of the corner, Dekanozov whispered to several suites in suits.

These people claimed to be reporters with the regiment, but in fact all were agents of the Foreign Affairs Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Gruu. Dekanozov used to be the head of the foreign office, but at that time this patron was cleaning up inside the foreign office, and did not invest much in overseas intelligence work until he was transferred to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Nothing can be done.

This time he and Merkunov were forced to live up to Liangshan by the Germans. If they can't come up with some satisfactory results for Stalin in a short time, he and Merkunov may be due to the relationship between Beria It won't be finished in a moment, but it will definitely lose the trust of this background.

The two of them have made too many domestic enemies in the past ten years. Once they lose their trust and protection, their enemies will send them to the guillotine at all costs.

"You can't let go of any clues. The Germans will not give us this second chance. This area hides a lot of German secrets, just waiting for us to dig them out." The executioner in Baku said seriously To.

"Yes, Comrade Vladimir Kiraljeevich, resolutely completed the task, all for the Soviets." A leading agent nodded firmly.

PS: Thank you for your understanding, everyone's enthusiasm made me very moved,

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