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    The situation in the Soviet Union was indeed not good.  The Germans actually advanced rapidly in the middle of winter and advanced all the way to Stalingrad, and also completed the siege of this southern granary in a short period of time. This was basically beyond everyone's expectation.  Because this is not common sense.  "But if the Germans have obtained a more effective way to keep out the cold, then their behavior is not unexpected." Because of the emergency, Marshall flew directly to Shangri-La in a small plane: "The Soviets took photos and  However, the Soviets are sure that the Germans have indeed found a way to keep out the cold. It is said that there are now white ice and snow huts almost everywhere outside Stalingrad.  "Ice cabin? Are the Germans performing 'Snow White'?" Churchill was puzzled.  "The Soviets explained that this was a method used by the Eskimos in the Arctic to keep out the cold. Because ice is a poor conductor of heat, living in a hut made of ice can effectively resist the cold outside. The lowest level in the house  The temperature is only a dozen degrees below zero, maybe even one or two degrees below zero, and this temperature is not a problem for the Germans. "Marshall's expression was very solemn," and the Soviet side also told us that the Germans were entering.  After arriving in Stalingrad, a large number of fortifications were built using ice from the Volga River" "Ice fortifications?" "If coupled with the Soviet climate factors, these ice blocks can even be strong.  Comparable to steel!" Marshall's words silenced the entire room, and Roosevelt immediately shut up.  Churchill began to smoke his cigar vigorously an ice fortification as hard as steel?  Although they couldn't imagine it yet, they already realized the seriousness of the matter.  Although the Soviet Union has always been their imaginary enemy.  It can be said that had it not been for the existence of the Soviet Union and had it not been for the fantasy of diverting the attention of the Germans to the Soviets, Britain and France would never have been able to engage in an appeasement policy towards Germany.  And this also represents the mentality of Britain, France and other countries that always hope that the Soviet Union will be destroyed.  But not now.  The Germans have captured almost the entire Western European continent. If they defeat the Soviets on the Eastern Front, they can concentrate all their power on the Western Front.  By then, the situation facing Britain and the United States will be ten times worse than it is now.  "Why don't the Soviets use fire?" Churchill glanced at his bright cigar for no reason and asked hurriedly.  But then he shook his head: "This can't be done I'm sorry. I'm too anxious." "It's understandable," Marshall said, "Actually, if the Soviets have enough fuel, they might really use what you said.  This method. But the fact is that when the Germans advanced to Stalingrad, they drove a large number of civilians along the way into that city. Therefore, Stalingrad not only lacked food, but also lacked enough fuel."  "It's really pitiful." Roosevelt sighed. "Did they say how long they can hold on?" "At most, until spring comes," Marshall replied.  "So there isn't much time left?" Churchill frowned again, "Is the German attack so fierce?" "The German army did not launch an attack." Marshall said, "They just surrounded Stalingrad, and they are still there.  "Despicable!" Roosevelt and Churchill immediately understood the German plan and cursed almost at the same time.  they know.  The Germans simply wanted to win without a fight.  Just imagine, Stalingrad is an important city in the southern part of the Soviet Union. It has a large population, but they are still trying to drive people out.  So, how serious will the problems of accommodation, heating, food, etc. become in Stalingrad, which are already tense due to the siege of the German army?  By then the Germans might be able to capture this important town with just one charge.  And if the Germans are lucky.  Maybe they can win without launching an attack at allif they can get enough people into Stalingrad before spring comes.  "Have the Soviets taken no action?" Churchill was anxious.  The United States is not yet fully prepared, and it is impossible for the United Kingdom to attack alone.  France has surrenderedno one can help the Soviets.  But the Soviets are not weak, and they should be able to save themselves.  "The Soviets have not yet completed the layout of the new defense line. Although they are trying to send reinforcements to support the defenders of Stalingrad, this will take time. And the Germans still have the air force advantage." Marshall said, "Stalin's telegram said  , If we cannot put the rescue plan into action before spring, then Stalingrad will most likely not be saved, and this means that the next target of the German army will be Moscow! " "The United States must take action as soon as possible!Many troops were sent to England.  Gentlemen, we are running out of time.  We must complete the massing of our forces before the Germans defeat the Soviet Union.  Churchill shouted. "Mr. Prime Minister, I intend to appoint General Douglas MacArthur as the commander-in-chief of our forces in Europe and temporarily the commander-in-chief of the Allied Forces in Europe. What do you think?"  "Roosevelt said in a deep voice. "General MacArthur?  Well, he is a great general.  But he seemed to have just broken out of the Japanese encirclement.  Did I remember correctly?  Churchill shrugged and expressed no comment about Roosevelt's proposal. "His enemies are ten times more numerous."  "Roosevelt and Marshall are both a little angry This damn fat guy did it on purpose! The purpose is to replace the position of Commander-in-Chief of the Allied Forces with the British. But why doesn't he think about who is begging whom now? He fucks us, the United States.  It¡¯s okay for you to be ungrateful for helping you, the British. Do you still dare to fight for power and gain? Do you believe that you are offended and I don¡¯t care about you? If we are willing to negotiate for peace, the Germans will still be cowardly.  It's a pity that Roosevelt and Marshall are different from Churchill who likes to make loud noises. They are both moody and angry, and they don't show it on their faces.  He broke out from the siege of his superiors, and before that, he led his troops to resist the enemy's ferocious attacks for several months He is fully qualified to be our Allied commander.  "Roosevelt said again. "Is that so?  If this is the case, then he is indeed an extremely good general.  "Churchill's expression remained unchanged, but he smoked his cigar a little faster, and looked at Roosevelt and Marshall with a somewhat unkind look. Britain's power in Southeast Asia was stronger than that of the United States, and he was very aware of the Japanese attack on the Philippines. That battle  Among them, MacArthur and the troops he led had almost no resistance and were easily defeated and surrounded by the Japanese. Of course, it is true that the Japanese were stronger, but MacArthur faced the Japanese in an encirclement.  After a fierce attack and tenacious defense for several months, was it basically an "open confinement"? In order to lure more enemies over, the Japanese did not do anything to MacArthur's people, they just surrounded them.  In fact, apart from the Japanese, the Chinese were the ones who really performed well in the Philippines. Even though they knew that the Japanese were well prepared, the Chinese still cleverly sabotaged the Japanese plan and finally rescued MacArthur and his group.  Therefore, if we really want to evaluate the generals who participated in the Philippine war, the Chinese general who directed the rescue operation was the best performer. Of course, the Japanese Seishiro Sakagaki was not bad either. As for MacArthur "MacArthur and his troops  Currently resting in China and northern Vietnam.  We planned for him to lead this force to Egypt, join the British Eighth Army in El Alamein, and then launch an attack on Libya.  Strive to seize various oil fields in Libya.  "Churchill only "praised" MacArthur, but actually still did not indicate whether he was willing to serve as the commander-in-chief of the European Allied Forces. Both Marshall and Roosevelt could hear this. But Marshall actually didn't particularly care about this MacArthur was different from the one in front of him.  He had a temper similar to that of Humpty Dumpty, and became more and more energetic as the number of people increased. He also had the same arrogance and blind pride. That's why he asked Roosevelt to point out that MacArthur was only "temporarily" commander of the Allied Forces.  That's all. The purpose is simple, to establish the leadership of the Americans on the European battlefield. Otherwise, if they fail to establish a supreme commander and then win the war, it will give the British a reason to postpone the selection of the Allied commander from Churchill.  Judging from their performance, the British were happy to do this. Although they were forced to put down their dignity and ask for help from the United States, they were actually very unhappy and unwilling to accept the command of the Americans in this war, even though they knew that there was no unified country.  Command is not suitable for cooperation between the two armies. Of course, if the battle is defeated, it will also be a big problem, but the reason why MacArthur is chosen to attack is to win Marshall has been with MacArthur for so many years, and he knows the other side's temper very well.  After all, MacArthur is the kind of person who deserves to be beaten. The harder he is beaten, the higher his level will be when he performs again. MacArthur has a high chance of being beaten by the Italian army in Libya.  Come back, and the 30,000 American soldiers who have experienced the war in the Philippines will definitely be more combat-effective than these domestic troops after they have experienced the war in the Philippines. At least for now, this is the entire American army.  "Well, I agree to let the Eighth Army cooperate with the US military. However, in order to enhance the strength of the Eighth Army, I decided to send General Montgomery.  Serve as Army Group Commander in order to cooperate more effectively with General MacArthur.  "Churchill said. ""
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