Struggle in Soviet Russia

In the post-war situation determined by the Tehran Conference, the Eastern European region to which Poland belonged belonged to the absolute sphere of influence of the Soviet Union. In this regard, even the most resolutely anti-Soviet British did not raise any objections.

Why do the United Kingdom and the United States regard the Polish government in exile as a troublemaker? The main reason is that this so-called government, which has even perished, always jumps up and down to show their sense of existence.

The Katyn Forest incident had already happened once before. At that time, the Polish government-in-exile was tantamount to Berlin's cooperation, which caused the Allies to be overwhelmed. Finally, the turmoil of the incident was suppressed, and they unexpectedly jumped out to engage in trouble again, preparing to rush out before the Soviet army entered Warsaw and stage a so-called uprising.

Of course, if the Poles’ plan for an uprising is feasible, then this matter may be said, and perhaps it may also be supported by the British and American allies, but the reality is that their plan is not too ugly.

First of all, the most important feasibility of the entire uprising plan is to think that the German army was defeated by the Soviets in the Battle of Minsk. Therefore, at this delicate time, as long as they can initiate an uprising on the China Sofa, they will create momentum. , Then the German troops in Warsaw will flee in embarrassment.

Secondly, according to the current speed of the Soviet advancement, if they launch an uprising as planned, after the uprising is successful, the insurgents only need to stay in Warsaw for less than a week, or even if they need to hold on for two to three days. Advance to Warsaw and join up with their rebels.

Finally, their uprising can also be supported by the US and British air forces. As long as the air forces of the two countries can be deployed, they can prevent German aircraft from entering the sky over Warsaw, thereby creating more favorable conditions for the insurgents.

Looking at the Polish plan from beginning to end, they hoped that their enemy would flee without a fight; After the uprising was launched, they rushed over to join them at all costs to help them win such an honor to liberate Warsaw; the last aspect was the hope that the British who had betrayed them once before the war, and that the British and the Americans, You can support them at all costs.

Therefore, in reality, the Poles’ plan for an uprising is tantamount to pinning all their hopes on others, without an objective assessment of their own power. In other words, they put forward all their hopes. Requests, even their enemies, but only did not consider what they can bring to others.

I really don't know if this is revolutionary romanticism, or a foolish optimism, in any case, in Victor's opinion, this is a bit funny.

But having said that, what he finds funny is not necessarily funny in Comrade Stalin's eyes. On the contrary, he has to consider whether Comrade Stalin will be furious because of this. After all, the Poles are instigating this uprising. It is tantamount to grabbing the fruits of victory in the hands of the Soviets.

Think about it, at this time, if it weren't because the Soviet Red Army was quickly approaching Warsaw, would those Poles dare to consider launching such an uprising? The answer is obvious. They dare not in any way, because they don't have that kind of power.

But now, with the rapid advance of the Soviet army, the Poles are ready to play such a hand, then after the liberation of Warsaw, what will these Poles say? There is no doubt that they will say without shame that Warsaw was liberated by them and has nothing to do with the Soviets.

This is the abacus of the Poles. It is a downright despicable trick. Of course, Poles have always been like this. There is nothing to be surprised about.

Now, Victor has obtained this information. Considering the seriousness of the problem, this information is always going to be sent to Comrade Stalin. Of course, he hopes to choose a leader when he is in a good mood to send it there. In that case, there is at least a buffer. .

Comrade Poskrebeshev can clearly see the troubles in this matter. He has to admit that the Polish government in exile is really a "trouble maker". The strategy they came up with is really disgusting. Extremely, because no matter how the alliance responds, it may get into trouble.

"Comrade Stalin said before that you, this fellow, can always bring him happy news." After reading the content on the letterhead, Poskrebeshev sighed and said bitterly, "Now it seems, His statement will soon be changed."

Victor spread his hands with a wry smile, what could he do? Is it possible that information like this can not be reported?

"Let's go, I will take you there now," handing the letter back to Victor, Poskrebeshev got up from his chair and said, "Sent away the foreign envoys, Comrade Zhdanov and Molotov Comrades should stay here for a while, and this news should let them know."

Victor nodded, followed him to his feet, and walked towards the office door together.

The two went out of the secretarial room and went straight up the stairs to the second floor. On the way, Poskrebeshev was relatively silent and said nothing. He didn't stop until he walked to the door of Comrade Stalin's office. Stepping, winking at Victor, he opened the door first and walked in.

As the door opened, Viktor heard Zhdanov’s voice coming from inside. This close friend and relative of Comrade Stalin seemed to be describing the image of someone. It is probably because the description was more humorous and attracted. The laughter of Comrade Stalin and Comrade Molotov.

After a while, I heard Comrade Poskrebeshev say: "Comrade Stalin, Comrade Viktor Viktorovich is here."

"Oh, let him in," Comrade Stalin was indeed very happy, he said with a smile, "It just so happens that I have an invitation to inform him."

After hearing this, Victor took a step forward and stepped straight into the office. Standing at the door, he first saluted Comrade Stalin, who was sitting opposite the door, and then saluted Zhdanov and Molotov who were looking at the same time.

"Okay, come and sit down," Comrade Zhdanov looked very approachable in front of Comrade Stalin. He beckoned to Victor, pointed to the position beside him, and took another bottle of wine on the table. Said, "This is a bottle of whiskey sent by Mr. Sitz. The last point is yours. I hope you can drink it as you like."

Sitz refers to William Sitz, the British ambassador to the Soviet Union before the war. Regardless of the relationship between the United Kingdom and the Soviet Union at the time, at least Sitz’s personal relationship with Molotov was good, and this time, he was also personally Came to Moscow as an excuse specifically to watch this event.

"Thank you," General Victor took off his cap, tucked it under his arm, and walked over with a smile. He sat down on the sofa next to Comrade Zhdanov and said, "Speaking of Mr. Siz, I was just watching the salute. Among the foreign representatives of China, it seems that he has not been seen."

The reason why Victor asked this question was because he had received information confirming that William Sitz knew about the Warsaw Uprising plan, at least part of it, because the diplomat of the Polish government-in-exile Alexander Mišek had close contacts with him. For a period of time, the exchanges between the two became more frequent.

"Oh, Mr. Sitz left Moscow last night," said Comrade Molotov with a smile. "He came to Moscow as a private person. Even today, he can't get on the viewing platform."

"Why, you are very concerned about Siz?" Comrade Stalin asked curiously.

"It's been more attention in recent days," Victor didn't plan to go around, he fumbled his pockets, took out the letter paper, and said, "Comrade Stalin, I am afraid I will ruin your good mood again. The Warsaw Intelligence Station just sent it. The latest piece of information involves Mr. Sitz, to be precise, it involves the diplomat of the Polish government-in-exile who has close contacts with him, Alexander Mišek."

Comrade Stalin frowned and stared at his face before he reached out and took the letter paper.

"Comrades at the Huashan Intelligence Station have determined that members of the Polish National Army are secretly gathering in Warsaw in recent days," Victor continued while Comrade Stalin was looking at the intelligence, "They have already made a specific plan for an uprising. It even included the idea of ​​setting aside a few retreat channels for the Germans."

Yes, the members of the National Army are so considerate. They fear that the more than 20,000 German troops stationed in Warsaw will not retreat. They also prepared a retreat route for these German troops in the plan of the uprising. In their imagination, it is best not to shoot at all. The liberation of Warsaw is the most suitable.

Unexpectedly, Comrade Stalin did not get angry. After reading the content on the letterhead, although the expression on his face was not very good, it would not be enough to say that he was angry.

"What's the matter?" Although Victor also made some explanations, he was not specific after all. Therefore, after Comrade Stalin read the letterhead, Molotov couldn't help but ask.

"Just as Victor said, the Poles are preparing to launch an uprising on the China Sofa, to **** Warsaw from the Germans before our brave Soviet Red Army," Comrade Stalin handed the letter to Molotov. At the same time, Shen Sheng said, "Those who are in exile in London think that this will have a bargaining chip with us, and to the greatest extent, we can weaken our influence in Poland and even Eastern Europe as a whole."

There was not much content on the letterhead. Molotov only read it in a while. He handed the letterhead to Zhdanov on the opposite side and said: "This is a despicable attempt by the Poles. We must make a decisive counterattack. Otherwise, Warsaw will not be the only city to do this, and we will face countless troubles in the future."