Vol 4 Chapter 92: , East Line change continues

"Your Majesty, this is the latest report from the Eastern Front. This time the Russians are going to be out of luck!" Chief of Staff Imya Dimityev brought bad news to Ferdinand.
It was not the time for the Russians to lose. Now the war in Asia Minor is at a critical moment. Once the Russians are defeated prematurely, the military pressure on Bulgaria in the Balkans will increase.
Ferdinand asked concerned: "How long do you think the Russians can last?"
Imya Dimitev thought for a while and said: "From the current situation, the Russian defense line may collapse at any time, but after all, they still have nearly five million troops. It is impossible for the Allies to swallow. Under them.
Even if the Allies have won, they will still not be able to escape from the Eastern Front within two or three months. This time the Russians may be greatly injured.
However, the Russians have a huge territory, rich human resources, and enough strategic buffer space. As long as they are given enough time, they can still get over! "
Ferdinand nodded slightly. As long as the Russians do not die directly, it is acceptable. The size of Mao Xiong is placed there, even if they are weak, they can contain a large number of troops of the Allies.
After thinking about it for a while, Ferdinand said coldly: "Let’s start the second plan. First, occupy Sardinia and the Tuscan Islands, and prepare to land on Lido—Diostia. Once the Russians are defeated. , We will take the Italians!"
There is no doubt that Ferdinand intends to let the Italians withdraw from the war ahead of time, and use Italy's surrender to offset the political adverse effects of Russia's defeat!
Lido Diostia is only a few tens of miles away from Rome. Once the landing is successful, the Italian capital, Rome, cannot be held.
Once Rome fell, the Apennine Peninsula was divided into two, and Italy could not do without surrender!
"Yes!" Chief of Staff Imya Dimityev replied
Of course, this strategy still needs the cooperation of Britain and France, otherwise Bulgaria's tens of thousands of troops in Sicily will not have this strength.
However, Ferdinand can be sure that Britain and France will not reject this proposal, and they cannot resist the political gains brought about by killing Italy.
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In Buckingham Palace, London, King George V was having a headache for the Russians' telegram for help. He really did not expect that a wave of bears just broke out, and he softened so quickly.
"Prime Minister, do you think the Russians really can't stand it, or are they playing mystery?" George V asked
The Prime Minister frowned and said: "Your Majesty, judging from the intelligence transmitted by our military observation mission, the Russian army is indeed running out of ammunition and food, and they may not last long!"
King George V asked with some confusion: "The Russians are still short of food?"
The Prime Minister shook his head and said affirmatively: "No, of course the Russians are not short of food! But because they blindly pushed forward on the front, and the two or three months happened to be the season of melting ice and snow in Russia, it was muddy. The roads obstructed the transportation of their materials, so there was a shortage of food. After a period of time, the problem should be solved."
After listening to the Prime Minister's explanation, George V's mood suddenly relaxed a lot.
"Oh, so as long as we find a way to solve the Russian weapons and ammunition problems, they can stop the Germans?
Then let the Ministry of Foreign Affairs negotiate with the Bulgarians, let them collect a batch of ammunition for the Russians, and help Russia pass this barrier. "
The Prime Minister said with a wry smile: "Your Majesty, the Bulgarians are also fighting on multiple fronts. Their strategic material reserves may not be able to supply the Russian army of five million!
In fact, we have negotiated with the Bulgarians before, and they clearly rejected our proposal, and they didn't even give us the opportunity to make an offer! "
King George V denied with a very firm tone: "No, Mr. Prime Minister, they don’t need to supply all the supplies. They just provide a batch of bullets so that the Russians’ rifles don’t turn into fire sticks. Of course, they can provide another one. It's even better to batch shells!
Believe me, Ferdinand can't be beaten by a mere 200 million rounds! On major strategic issues, he is actually very conservative and will certainly be fully prepared. This is what the great King Edward VII told me! "
The Prime Minister thought for a while and said: "Of course, I don't doubt the meaning of your majesty's judgment. If you only provide a batch of bullets, Bulgaria should be able to get it, but these bullets alone are not good?"
King George V sneered: "This has nothing to do with us. The Russians are our allies only now. Who knows the future?
As long as they can hold down the Germans, it doesn't matter what the Eastern Front is winning! "
The Prime Minister nodded in cooperation. Now the British Empire has 20 colonial divisions arriving in Europe every month. As long as the Russians drag on for a few more months, they will be ready. At that time, taking the death pile can also meet the death of Germany. people!
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Compared with the British, the French are much more sincere. They sincerely hope that the Russians can win. The tragic battle at Verdun has already made the French realize that they can defeat the Germans by their own strength. It will also suffer heavy losses.
They not only helped the Russians raise a batch of supplies, but also tried to use diplomatic means to lure Bulgaria to take the initiative to attack the Austro-Hungarian Empire. At the same time, they launched a feint on the Western Front to contain the Germans as much as possible.
It's a pity that all this is in vain, and Ferdinand can't put himself in danger for profit!
On the contrary, it was the British proposal that made Ferdinand very interested. It is undoubtedly in the common interest of everyone to use Teddy Bear and the Germans desperately.
Ferdinand finally decided to take out 300 million rounds of bullets and 5 million rounds of various artillery shells from the stored supplies to the Russians, so that the bear can support for a period of time.
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At this time, changes took place again on the Eastern Front. The Russian army that received ammunition assistance was immediately resurrected with full blood and fought with the German-Austrian coalition forces vigorously.
Of course, this only refers to the troops that have got the ammunition. The northern front army, which is the farthest away, is still insisting hard. They are still frustrated due to lack of ammunition.
The mood of General Alexei Andreevich Bolivanov of the Russian North Front is getting worse and worse. The Southwest Front nearest to the Black Sea is now full of blood and resurrected. Even the Western Front next door is also working. To replenish blood, only their Northern Front is in the worst situation.
The ammunition is there, but it is still on the way. When it is delivered to them, it is unknown how much is left.
Once the battle is fierce and the ammunition is consumed too much, the Russian army along the way will inevitably have to pass the feathers. In the end, only three melons and two dates are left in their hands.
It is no wonder that his heart is unbalanced, and whoever encounters such a situation will feel angry.
"General, the 2nd Infantry Division has sent a telegram saying that the Germans are violently attacking them and they are about to run out of ammunition, and they are asking for emergency support!"
"General, the 16th Infantry Division has sent a telegram saying that the Germans intend to penetrate the line of defense from their positions. They have repelled the enemy's offensive three times. Now the ammunition is in a hurry and urgent support is requested!"
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Looking at a series of telegrams for help, Alexei Andreevich Bolivanov knew that the North Front was miserable this time. The Germans seemed to have discovered their lack of ammunition and seemed to treat them as soft. The persimmon is pinched. U U Reading www.uukanshu.com
No, now they are already soft persimmons. All the weapons and ammunition have been distributed to the troops. The logistics warehouse of the North Front Army has been emptied. Now the only hope is waiting for logistics supplies.
Alexei Andreevich Bolivanov said sternly: "Tell them that they must persist. If we persist for two more days, our logistics supplies will be in place. Before that, everyone must If you want to stick to your post and die, you will die on the ground. Violators will engage in military law!"
"Yes!" the staff officer replied
Alexei Andreevich Polivanov ignored the staff’s answer and continued:
The order goes on and the logistics department is ordered to speed up the march. If the frontline cannot be reached within two days, all personnel All military law is engaged!
Order the 7th Cavalry Division to immediately go to the logistics unit to help them transport, and first use the war horse to bring some bullets back to me for emergency!
And all the officers and guards in the rear handed over the ammunition, sent me to the front line, and distributed it to the soldiers! "
Obviously the North Front Army is already in danger, and all the troops on the front line lack ammunition. This battle simply cannot continue.
Alexei Andreevich Polivanov knew that the current ammunition consumption was too great, and even if this batch of materials arrived, the North Front Army would not be able to hold on for long.
But now every minute of time is precious to the Russian army, and the Allies are already working hard to provide them with supplies.
As long as the ammunition is sufficient, it is not difficult for them to block the Allies' attack by relying on their military advantage.
Therefore, now Alexei Andreevich Bolivanov has decided to fight to the death. Even the weapons and ammunition of the guards have been sent to the front line. He is fighting for time with the Germans.
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