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Volume 2: My Country One Thousand One Hundred and Sixteen.  "Southampton Undercurrent"

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    General Cassano's uprising was something the Allied command had not thought of before, and it once again disrupted the Allied deployment.

    As a close friend of General Cassano, General Vincent was obviously also jealous of the Allies.  Due to General Vincent's reputation in the UK, the Allies and the Fenton government did not dare to openly deal with him, otherwise it would cause new turmoil in the army.

    ¡°According to Prime Minister Wilkins¡¯ suggestion, they adopted a more conservative plan.  On the evening when General Cassano announced that the Second Armored Army and himself were re-alleging themselves to Her Majesty the Queen, General Vincent was awarded the rank of General in the Fenton Government and, in view of the rapid development of the present situation, was ordered to command a  Armored Corps troops were deployed on the Milton Keynes front line.

    ?This is a painstaking decision.

    Milton Keynes is not far from London. If London is attacked, if General Vincent is loyal, then he can lead his armored group to reinforce London as soon as possible.  And what if that's not the case?

    Milton Keynes is not on the path of the Axis Army's attack. General Vincent cannot respond to the Axis Army, or even provide any help to the Axis Army's advance. Allied forces are arranged on both sides of him.  The troops can surround him anytime and anywhere, and he will not be able to play a big role.

    A unit that lacks air and ground artillery cover and is surrounded on all sides cannot cause any substantial damage.

    Of course, General Vincent is very aware of this. His good friend General Cassano has re-sworn allegiance to the Queen.  But he was trapped in this place, which was intolerable to him.  But he doesn't have any good solutions at the moment.

    Just when General Vincent was worried about this, the person he had been looking forward to suddenly appeared in his headquarters:

    Ernst Alexson von Brahm!

    General Vincent said no pleasantries.  Quickly taking the baron into his office, he closed the door and said impatiently: "Your Excellency, the Americans and the Fenton government no longer trust me. I am ready to revolt immediately in Milton Keynes."

    "No, General, now is not the time." Regarding the current situation.  Wang Weiyi didn't seem to take it too seriously: "The more the enemy is like this, the more it means they are feeling the crisis coming. If they can arrest you directly. Although it will cause turmoil in the army, there are ways to make up for it. But  They are now scared and they can no longer afford any kind of loss, so they transferred you to Milton Keynes. This is telling us that they still have illusions about you. General Vincent, this is something we can take advantage of.  opportunity, but not to revolt now, but to give them a fatal blow when London is really attacked!"

    General Vincent thought carefully for a while, then nodded slightly.

    He trusted the Baron and believed that everything the Baron said was absolutely correct.  Without the Baron, the war would not have gone so smoothly.  Although this form was seriously disadvantageous for the Allies.

    "Then we just stay here and do nothing?" It seems that General Vincent is still a little unwilling.

    Wang Weiyi smiled: "Hey, General. I didn't say that. Temporary patience does not mean doing nothing. I think there are many other things you can do. For example, use your influence to control the situation under your command.  The armored corps continues to make the officers and soldiers aware of their allegiance. When we officially launch the attack on London, Milton Keynes will be a very important point we rely on  "

    General Vincent took a long breath, and then nodded slowly.  At this time, he already knew what he should do

    "The weather is so good today." Wang Weiyi stood up and came to the window: "I think the weather will be such good in the next few days"

    General Vincent smiled, he fully understood what the baron meant

    ?¡­

    October 10, 1966, the third day when the "New Sea Lion Project" broke out.

    At this time, the attack momentum of the Axis Gun seems to be unstoppable.  The British Second Armored Group commanded by General Cassano declared its loyalty to Her Majesty the Queen again, and the German Waffen SS division that subsequently completed the landing was also the most elite armed SS skeleton division in Germany. It was in the 9th Armored Division of the German Wehrmacht and the 11th Army  Under the protection of the Royal Army Division, it successfully merged with the 1st Division of the Royal Army.

    Subsequently, these armed forces were unified into the "Medium Assault Group", and the commander-in-chief of the group was SS General Jonnar Erilster.  Romeo was appointed his chief of staff and remained the emperor of England.?Commander of the 1st Army Division.

    Strategic goal - Southampton!

    This is a very important city in the UK.  It is a city and large port on the south coast of England.  It is located in the Solent Gorge in the English Channel, between the estuaries of Test and Itching.  Population 180,000.  It is located in the center of the south coast of England, with a wide harbor and deep water, with the Isle of Wight as a barrier.  It was an important port in the Middle Ages.  The high tide lasts a long time, and ships can enter the port 7 hours a day.  It is an important ocean-going trading port in the UK; it is also the main passenger port in the UK.  There are railways and roads leading directly to London, functioning as London's outer port.  There are ferries to the Channel Islands, the Isle of Wight and France.  It is one of the largest shipbuilding and ship repair centers in the country and has a huge dry dock.  There are oil refineries, as well as industries such as aircraft manufacturing, electrical machinery, cables, automobiles, plastics and synthetic rubber.  And more importantly, London is about two hours away by train from Southampton, and France and the rest of Europe can be reached by ferry.

    The Allies were unwilling to hand over such an important city to their enemies under any circumstances.

    Prior to this, the Allies arranged a US armored division and a British infantry division in Southampton.  and the defense of a brigade of U.S. Marines, with ample artillery and air support.  The commander was Lieutenant General Don Tanner.  This is a general with rich combat experience and careful use of troops.  And he got the order.  We stayed here until reinforcements arrived.

    Southampton will become the center of the decisive battle between the two sides!

    If the Allied forces hold here, they can seriously dampen the spirit of the Axis forces.  To gain maximum time for readjustment and distribution of troops.  Once the Axis forces get here, they can cut off London from the main Allied forces and pose a huge threat to London.

    Don Tanner has made his own guarantee to the Allied Commander-in-Chief that Southampton will be firmly in his hands before reinforcements arrive

    He is fully confident that he has sufficient troops and artillery, and aircraft can provide reinforcements at any time, plus the British territory is only so large.  Even if the reinforcements are hindered, they can arrive on the battlefield in the shortest possible time.  He had nothing to worry about.

    But what he didn¡¯t know was that he was preparing intensively for war.  The "Lieutenant Colonel Moyol" who made the Fenton government and the Americans gnash their teeth and hate him has quietly appeared in Southampton.

    Achieving the greatest victory at the lowest cost - this is always the war Wang Weiyi hopes to see.  Although a strong attack can also lead to victory, it will cost him the lives of a large number of soldiers and consume a large amount of the effective strength of the troops. This is an outcome he does not want.

    Southampton looks impregnable.  In fact, it is not impeccable.  Because there is still a turbulent and dangerous factor here - the 6th British Army Division commanded by Major General Backus!

    Everyone knows that General Cachino's uprising had a great impact on the war.  But what most of them did not notice was that the more important significance of General Caccino's uprising was the psychological impact it had on the British government officers

    You know, when Her Majesty the Queen went into exile in the UK and the British army swore allegiance to the new government, although these British officers felt a psychological burden, in fact the burden was not very heavy.  However, as the war situation changed again and again, the impact of this burden began to intensify.  They still think about their future and start to think about whether their original choice was correct.  And once someone takes the lead in setting an example.  Then it will obviously be a heavier blow to the already fragile nerves of those British officials

    Now, it depends on who can change their position And this is the purpose of Wang Weiyi entering Southampton

    Here I suddenly received a call from Lord Monlington, Grislow.  Bacchus was still very surprised.  The Lord Monlington family has a great reputation in the UK. They have served the empire loyally for many years. In the army, the majority of people support and respect them.  At a dinner party held before Her Majesty the Queen went into exile, Bacchus had the honor to meet Sir Grislow of Monlington and had a brief conversation with him, an experience that Bacchus has always been proud of.

    It¡¯s just that they didn¡¯t meet again after that, and this time, when the war was so tense, Jazz suddenly called, which made Bacchus feel something in his heart

    Lord Monlington told Bacchus that a very good friend of his, "Mr. Brahm", was in Southampton. He had some very important things to interview with Bacchus, and he had to meet Bacchus himself today.  .

    Although Bacchus was hesitant, who could refuse Sir Monlington¡¯s request?  He agreed quickly.

    When he saw "Mr. Brahm" recommended by the knight, he couldn't help but sigh deeply.??: "Although I have never seen you in London, I know that there is a 'Lieutenant Colonel Moyol' in London. You are very similar in terms of age and appearance. If I am not wrong, you are  Lieutenant Colonel Moyol.¡±

    "Yes, I am Lieutenant Colonel Moyol." Wang Weiyi did not deny it at all: "Now you have two choices, one is to arrest me, the other is to listen carefully to what I have to say."

    Bacchus smiled bitterly: "You were personally recommended by Lord Monlington. If I arrest you now, then I may become the enemy of many people. Lieutenant Colonel Moyol, although I am very sure this is not your truth."  name, but I am more certain that you are here to persuade me to surrender."

    Wang Weiyi nodded: "Of course, in such a situation, I must be here to persuade you to surrender"

    "Listen to me, Lieutenant Colonel Moyol." Backus said first: "I know that the war has become irreversible, but I have betrayed Her Majesty the Queen. If I betray President Fenton again, my honor will be lost again.  If a soldier's reputation is tarnished twice, it will be a lifelong shame. Moreover, with the strong military force in Southampton, I have no chance of uprising."

    "Look, I like talking to people who are cheerful." Wang Weiyi smiled and didn't take it seriously at all: "I can completely understand your first concern, and I have also made a very good retreat for you. General Bacchus,  When Her Majesty was forced into exile, she summoned you urgently and gave you a special mission to hide with your army until the day of counterattack came, and now you can do it.  Restore the status assigned to you by Her Majesty the Queen"

    Bacchus¡¯ eyes suddenly lit up: ¡°Really?¡±

    "Really!" Wang Weiyi nodded solemnly: "Her Majesty the Queen even wrote an edict to prove your innocence. General Bacchus, please accept this edict."

    Bacchus took this extremely precious gift with trembling hands and looked at it carefully.  It was indeed written by Her Majesty the Queen.  The above content is exactly the same as what "Lieutenant Colonel Moyol" said.  He let out a long breath. This was good news that he hadn't received in a long time.  With this edict, he no longer had any shame. On the contrary, he became a hero in England.

    He carefully received the gift with gratitude, and then he heard "Lieutenant Colonel Moyol" say: "As for your second worry, it is actually easier to solve. I can tell you very clearly that the Axis Powers  The army will launch a full-scale attack on Southampton in six hours. What you have to do is very simple. Once there is a stalemate, immediately switch sides and launch a full-scale attack on the US military."

    Seeing that Backus was still hesitant, Wang Weiyi's expression gradually became serious: "General Backus, you don't have much time to think. When Her Majesty's army launches an attack on Southampton, I guarantee that half of the city will  All the British people will come forward. Moreover, can you ensure that your subordinates do not have such thoughts? I have given you everything you want. Now, you have to look at your own attitude."

    Bacchus picked up a cigar, but did not light it. It could be seen that his heart was full of contradictions at the moment.  He held the cigar in his hand and kept turning it. After a long time, he slowly put it down: "Please tell Her Majesty the Queen that Bacchus will be the staunchest guardian of Her Majesty the Queen and the British Empire!"

    He has completely abandoned all illusions, and he knows that he can no longer hesitate.  Her Majesty the Queen gave herself everything she wanted, including reputation, which the Fenton government and the Americans could not give themselves.

    "I have always liked to deal with smart people." Wang Weiyi smiled lightly: "Fortunately, you are such a lucky person. So, I think you have already thought about you and your army, right?"

    Bacchus nodded silently and picked up the phone on his desk: "Put me through General Don Tanner's office General Don Tanner, this is Bacchus. Ah, no, my army does not  Any situation arises. Have you received intelligence from the enemy? Yes, I have just received it. The enemy will launch an attack on Southampton soon. I personally think that my 6th Division lacks the preparation and preparation for a tough battle.  The psychological quality is more suitable for the supporting role. Ah, you think the same as me? This is really great. I don't think this is a shameful thing.  Rearrangement to the south side of Southampton, where sufficient fortifications can greatly enhance the combat effectiveness of the 6th Division."

    Don Tanner actually had exactly the same idea as Bacchus before. The combat effectiveness of the 6th Division of the British government army was not particularly strong, and it only had tanks and other equipment.There are not particularly many. Such troops will easily suffer heavy losses once they face the elite German army.  Arranging to serve as an auxiliary force on the south side of Southampton is indeed a good choice.

    As for the loyalty of Bacchus and the troops he led, Don Tanner was not particularly worried.  In the joint assessment report between the US government and the Fenton government, Backus's assessment was three A's, which means that this person will never betray the Fenton government and the Americans.

    "But what Don Tanner failed to think of was that people's thoughts will actually change as the environment changes.  Especially when their own safety is also seriously threatened.  No matter how good the evaluation report is, no matter how many A's there are, it is just pages of paper and cannot replace the true thoughts in people's hearts.

    "General Bacchus, your request is approved." Don Tanner quickly made his decision: "Although the south side cannot become the enemy's main target, however, once the US military is attacked and a critical situation arises,  , I hope you can provide reinforcements as soon as possible."

    "I will." Bacchus put down the phone with relief, and then he turned his head again to "Lieutenant Colonel Moyol": "Sir, I hope this ending will satisfy you."

    "I feel very satisfied with the result." Wang Weiyi sat down on the sofa relaxedly: "General Bacchus, you made the right choice at the right time. When the artillery fire flooded this place, I guarantee you will not be right.  I regret my choice.¡±

    Major General Bacchus certainly hopes that he will not regret such a choice!  (To be continued)
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