Chapter 650: Aid Finland

Throughout World War II, a large number of outstanding generals emerged in Germany, among which the most popular were Manstein, Guderian, and Rommel.
And Loeb has always been under the aura of these people.
Loeb enlisted in the 4th Regiment of the Field Artillery in 1895, then graduated from the Bavarian Military Academy in 1903 and participated in World War I.
In 1930, he served as commander of the Seventh Military Region and commander of the 7th Division and was promoted to lieutenant general. After Hitler took office, he was promoted to commander of the Second Army. In 1934, he was promoted to general in the artillery and became a famous defensive strategist in the history of German warfare.
According to the explanation given to this man in history, he was against the launching of war in his bones, especially the policy of abusing Jews.
And now, under Cyric's leadership, many Jews are also serving for the empire. He has set aside chaos long ago and forbids unfair treatment of Jews.
However, in the face of Loeb’s anti-war thinking, Cyric was also prepared for a long time. For example, in these few wars, Loeb was hardly sent to the front line, almost always At the rear.
Even in the war to invade France, Loeb just shot a few shots in front of the Maginot Line in the C Army.
He is not a core member of Cyric's leadership group.
At the same time, in the rebellion of the Junker regiment against Cyric led by Cyric, Loeb was on the right team. He did not participate in the conspiracy against Cyric and thus escaped the purge.
Cyric was satisfied with Loeb's team this time, so Cyric also assigned him a new task to help Finland!
Since Loeb has always insisted on justice in his heart, thinking that the German occupation is aggression, then simply give him something just to do.
The Soviet invasion of Finland was absolutely unjust. Now, send him to promote justice!
At the same time, everyone has his strengths. Almost all of Cyric's are good at offense, while Loeb is good at defense.
In 1934, Loeb drew up the basic plan for building a fortress on the Western Front, and completed the draft the following year. In 1938, the Army Teaching Model was officially promulgated. "Positional Warfare and Combat Against Permanent Fortification Position" and "Defense" all contain his defense thoughts.
He believes that the sacred mission of the field commander is to guard against enemy attacks to ensure national security; Germany's reorganization of armaments should serve the defensive posture.
Of course, this is not in line with Hitler's thinking, and is also the reason why he is not taken seriously, but now, in Finland, he can just play his strengths.
Loeb got off the plane, and behind him was a blond American pilot, Bruce.
When he came to Britain from the United States, Bruce was full of anger towards Germany. He wanted to become a fighter to defend Britain.
Unfortunately, the facts gave him a vivid moment. The British betrayed them when necessary. This made Bruce feel betrayed. At the same time, he firmly joined the German camp. He has repeatedly asked for aircraft to be launched into the air. Up.
Unfortunately, due to various considerations, these wishes of Bruce were not realized. He was only left behind and formed a multinational flying team.
Yes, they are not Germans, they are made up of pilots from other countries. They are eager to go to the battlefield and use battle to prove their loyalty to the Empire.
And now, the opportunity has come.
They were not sent to fight British and French fighters, but were sent to Finland. They will help Finland keep their skies in the name of private individuals!
Finally, the first battle is coming! As the leader of this team, Bruce is hopeful.
The two got off the plane, and in front of him was a Finn who had been waiting for a long time: "Everyone, please come with me. The President and the Commander-in-Chief are looking forward to your arrival."
The greeter picked them up in a car and quickly drove into the city, stopping in front of the presidential palace.
There is no welcome ceremony. It is a secret operation after all. Now, there are not many countries that can help Finland.
Britain and France are incapable of helping Finland, and the help of Germany is very important!
Even if there is news that the Germans and the Soviet Union secretly signed an agreement to sell Finland to the Soviet Union, the current Finns would not believe it. The Germans provided selfless help when they needed it most!
When Loeb took Bruce and entered the conference room, he saw Finnish President Kayander and the commander-in-chief of the armed forces Marshal Mannerheim.
Marshal Karl Gustave Emile Mannerheim, who also has the title of Baron, had a serious expression on his face at this time.
"Welcome to the two." Mannerheim said: "Now ~EbookFREE.me~ the Soviets are gathering forces. The border battle will start at any time. Now, we urgently need more support. I don't know if we Friends, what kind of help can you give us?"
At this time, there is no need for greetings anymore.
"We will provide three hundred anti-tank guns, two hundred large-caliber field guns, more than two hundred tanks, and a large number of other weapons and ammunition." General Loeb said.
Suddenly, the President and Commander-in-Chief of Finland were extremely excited. What they need most now is these equipment!
The Soviets gathered a large number of tanks and they needed effective anti-tank weapons!
And the next one made them even more excited.
"We can also provide a flight force, including pilots and aircraft, and there will be more than one hundred aircraft and crew members coming to Finland."
Over one hundred! You know, Finland now has only 114 airplanes!
Although there are thousands of Soviets on the opposite side, and their assistance is not enough, it is already quite good!
"Germany is our good friend!" President Kayander said happily: "We are very grateful for your support!"
"Also, if necessary, we will provide a mountain division." General Loeb continued: "However, for some reason, they are temporarily inconvenient to mobilize immediately. Only in emergency situations, and they need to wear Your military uniform is fighting."
There is also a mountain division! Most of Finland's terrain is mountainous, and mountain division is the most suitable! The help of Germany made Kayander very happy. Now, even if Germany asks Finland to form an alliance with Germany, Finland will unconditionally agree!
However, the other party's meaning is also very clear, all this support is confidential, Germany, can not tear the face with the Soviets.