Chapter 63 Advance to the Rhineland

The German people will never forget the humiliation of the ceded territories, and we will quietly wait for the day of revenge to come.

This is engraved on the stone tablet of the Rhineland. For the Germans, the Rhineland is an unforgettable pain in Germany!

The Rhineland refers to the land on both sides of the Rhine River. The Rhine River is the only natural barrier between Germany and France. In order to prevent Germany from attacking France again, the "Versailles Contract" of World War I stipulated that Germany should not be fortified within 50 kilometers of the east and west sides. , the West Bank was occupied by the Allies.

In this way, the Rhineland has become a demilitarized zone, mainly serving as a buffer zone and an early warning area between Germany and France. Once Germany shows signs of moving troops, France can have ample time to rely on the Rhine for defense.

This is a precautionary measure, so the importance of the Rhine is political.

In 1925, the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Belgium and other countries concluded the "Locarno Convention", Germany, France and Belgium mutually guaranteed not to destroy the status quo of Germany's western border stipulated in the "Versailles Peace Treaty", and prohibited the Rhineland demilitarized zone. Assemble the army inside.

Otherwise, it will be regarded as a breach of the Treaty of Versailles, which constitutes an "unprovoked act of aggression". In this case, the violated State Party can take immediate action.

According to this convention, in 1930, the Allied occupation troops retreated from the left bank of the Rhine, and the area officially became a demilitarized zone.

For the Germans, this is of course humiliating, because the Rhineland was originally German! As a result, Germany cannot station any troops here!

They looked at the slowly flowing Rhine River, and in their hearts, hatred was constantly gathering!

In any case, now, Germany's military strength is still quite weak, with only 100,000 troops, Germany is less than a fraction of France's!

But at this time, Cyric came up with a very bold plan to enter the Rhineland!

This is simply provocation, Chi Guoguo's provocation!

"By doing this, we are testing the attitudes of Britain, France and other countries." Cyric said: "The United Kingdom, France, and the United States all have contradictions between them."

The United Kingdom is unwilling to watch France become strong and become a hegemon on the European continent, and the United States is even more unwilling to see the United Kingdom and France become strong, otherwise how can the United States interfere in European affairs!

And now, if German troops marched into the Rhineland, it would at most anger France! After all, the opposite is France!

"If the countries do not respond, then I have taken an important step, and the Treaty of Versailles has become a piece of waste paper for us." Cyric said: "We can bypass the Treaty of Versailles and make great strides. Develop our military!"

The attitude of other countries is very important! For France, even if France wants to intervene militarily, it may be hesitant, because the Ruhr industrial area a few years ago is in front of you.

At that time, the French proudly marched their troops into the industrial zone and wanted to plunder the German industry. As a result, the French found that it was difficult for them to stand alone. Not only the Germans resisted, but even the United Kingdom and other countries did not support it!

So, this time the French will be restrained, restrained, restrained!

"What if the French send troops?" asked President Hindenburg.

"Then we will withdraw immediately." Cyric said indifferently: "Now, our strength is unable to compete with the French. This has tested the attitude of the French, so we have to be careful."

"The big deal, let's say that it was the private behavior of the army below, to dismiss the officers involved, and to quell the anger of the French." Ciric continued: "President, Prime Minister, if possible, I want to lead the team."

This is a temptation to test the reaction of the French and the reactions of other countries. If they do not respond, and they are condoning and condoning Germany, then Germany will continue to move forward. If they react strongly, then Germany will immediately admit it. It's that simple.

Cyric's plan has already been spoken, and Hitler's eyes gleamed: "I think Cyric's plan is very good and can be carried out!"

Of course this plan works! This is Cyric copying Hitler's plan almost intact! And the results at that time were also encouraging. France began to tolerate and condone, and France did not take any measures against Germany! After that, Hitler's footsteps became bigger and bigger, annexing Austria and kicking open the door of Poland!

Now, that's the first step!

Cyric, willing to take all the responsibility for yourself! This moved Hindenburg even more. If he failed, Cyric would have to take all the blame!

"Okay, Cyric, I agree with your plan," said Hindenburg. "Now, which army do you need to mobilize? I can appoint you as the commander of the army."

"It's my old army, how about the 98th Infantry?" Cyric said.

At that time, Cyric was still the battalion commander of the 19th Infantry Battalion under the 98th Infantry Regiment. Now, at least Cyric is also a major. Of course, he should command more troops, especially, if he wants to completely occupy the Rhineland, One infantry battalion is not enough, at least one regiment is needed. Historically, Hitler dispatched 19 infantry battalions!

"Okay, then I will appoint you as the commander of the 98th Infantry Regiment, and the rank will be promoted to lieutenant colonel." Hindenburg said.

During this process, Defense Secretary Grener has not spoken. Although he is the Minister of Defense, Hindenburg is a field marshal awarded by the German Emperor, and his position in the army is even more noble!

In recent years, Hitler's power has been rising rapidly, and Grener has always been worried, but he has no choice. Now, he only hopes that this operation of Cyric will fail completely, which can make President Hindenburg wake up. , Don't be fooled by these people in front of you!

The current Cyric is only a small officer, but his potential is quite large. Grana knows that these guys in front of him are all ambitious. If they really let them completely master the German military Power, then they will definitely start a new war!

In the last World War, Germany had already lost a generation. Now, should Germany lose another generation?

Grener, don't want a world war!

Britain and France definitely don't want to fight a world war. In the last war, they also lost an entire generation!

Damn, these people in front of you should go to hell!