Chapter 112: German Austria

"So, you're ready to completely tear your face with Britain and France." Sitting on the hospital bed, Sickert quietly listened to Reinhardt's report, smoking a cigarette and laughing.

After listening to Reinhardt's description of recent achievements and blowing the future route into the sky, Sickert just smiled faintly.

As for Reinhardt's divergent way of thinking, he can be said to be very clear as a teacher.

Anticipate the Franco-Belgian invasion of the Ruhr, build a militia SS sufficient to defend against the First Army in Europe, cheat 500 tons of gold reserves, manipulate the situation of the Spanish Civil War, take the family savings of the Childe consortium, and establish an efficient domestic production line.

Reinhardt proved his ability with his results. If nothing else, the things he's done so far have never been able to do in his lifetime.

In the eyes of other people, Reinhardt may have been just a lucky young chancellor who climbed to a high position as a disciple of Sickert.

Only the Germans themselves understood what Reinhardt meant to Germany in suffering! It is no exaggeration to say that he was a gift from God to Germany, and Reinhardt's deeds have proved that he is the treasure of Germany and the darling of the Germans.

At a time when Germany was in ruins, such a young man was born, put down the coup d'Γ©tat, reformed internal affairs, and paid off the reparations.

Internally, he gave every German the opportunity to work, liberated the rights of every German woman, and assisted a large number of Germans in other countries.

Externally, he broke the political blockade of the League of Nations against Germany, allied with Italy, a historical power in Europe, and sent troops to Spain, an old power in Western Europe, so that Germany, which was poor and white, had the fifth royal reserve in the world.

"That's right, the British and French opinions can no longer affect us in any way." Reinhardt rubbed his hands together and laughed, "When it comes to technology, they have been left behind by us in many ways. In terms of economy, Germany's booming economy is in stark contrast to their sluggish market. ”

"Haha!" Sitting on the hospital bed, Sickert patted his thigh and laughed loudly, "I didn't expect that I would be able to wait until the day when Germany will stand up again in my lifetime." ”

Hearing this, the corners of Reinhardt's mouth twitched slightly at an angle that Sickt couldn't see.

He knew that the historical Sickert did not wait for the most glorious period of Germany.

Sickert's "100,000 Wehrmacht" made the Third Reich a powerful one, but the father of the Wehrmacht did not wait for that day.

Reinhardt looked respectfully at the haggard old man on the hospital bed, and said softly: "Teacher, give me another week, and I promise to let you see a broader Germany." ”

Although these words made Sickert's eyes flash, however, Sickert did not give much guidance, and only replied lightly: "If you want to do it, just do it." I'm sure you'll succeed. ”

"Aren't you afraid that I'll drag Germany into the abyss of war?" Reinhardt looked at Sickert suspiciously, and asked, "President Gustav doesn't approve of my plan at all." Teacher, don't you want to know what I'm going to do first? ”

"There's no need for that." Sickert shook his head lightly and said leisurely: "You are a student I brought out, I believe in you." For war, you will see no less than I do. I've taught you how to control war, and as for how to face war, that's your business. ”

With a smug smile, Sickert looked into Reinhardt's eyes and said seriously: "You understand war even more deeply than that Gustav guy. You're not a war maniac, I'm sure of that. But there are things that Germany cannot fear war if it wants to take it back. Such as dignity, such as glory! ”

Looking at the general in front of him, who had little time, the corners of Reinhardt's eyes were a little sour. He swore that, at least, he would let his teacher see the day when Germany would unify Germany, and that Sickert would be in a complete Germany on the day he left!

Death for a confidant! Reinhardt bowed deeply to the German general, who was the first to identify with him and affirm his abilities.

"Go ahead, I'll be waiting here for your good news. Although I would prefer to have your report file in my office formally. Sickert said this with some pain.

Immediately, he quickly changed to that serious look and said, "If something goes wrong, I'll ask you!" ”

"Yes!" Reinhardt immediately put his feet close together and solemnly saluted Sickert with a standard military salute: "The student guarantees to complete the task smoothly!" ”

At this moment, the master and apprentice seem to have returned to 10 years ago, to the time when Sickert carefully explained the battle examples and analyzed the strategic objectives to Reinhardt bit by bit.

The difference is that Reinhardt has now lost his immature otaku temperament, and Sickert is no longer energetic......

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In Berlin, inside the presidential palace, Gustav, who received Reinhardt's report, was on pins and needles.

Although in recent years, Germany, under the leadership of Reinhardt, has completely disregarded the Treaty of Versailles. But Reinhardt's next plan still scared Gustav's heart.

Annexation of Austria! Reinhardt's plan was to take down a large European country with a population of 7 million!

The specific plan that Reinhardt gave to Gustav was roughly as follows: to instigate the Austrian fascists to revolt and assassinate Prime Minister Taulfis, and then to force Austria to sign the German-Austrian Pact, which promised Austria that it would always act in accordance with the principle of recognizing itself as a "Germanic state" in its foreign policy, and that the secret clause provided for the participation of German and Austro-Fascist parties in the formation of Austrian government institutions.

The ultimate goal of this plan was to merge Austria into an "Eastern Province" of Germany and to strengthen Germany's comprehensive national strength.

In this way, Germany would not only have an additional population of 7 million out of thin air, but would also be able to absorb Austria's air and land forces, which were not restricted by the Treaty of Versailles. More than 500,000 tons of gold reserves were added, and a full 1.8 million tons of oil reserves were obtained, as well as a large number of factories and grain bases.

It seems that this is an extremely tempting target. However, this means to blatantly provoke Austria, a large Central European country with a population of 7 million, a standing army of 300,000, and 2 air brigades!

At the same time, the League of Nations would not stand idly by and watch Germany annex Austria and grow stronger, especially France, Germany's old enemy!

Gustav sighed regretfully and said politely to Steve, the chief of the SS General Staff, who personally sent the annexation plan: "Chancellor Reinhardt's plan is indeed tempting, but it is too dangerous, and it is a big gamble on the fate of Germany." ”

"Mr. Gustav!" Steve, who is Reinhardt's right-hand man, responded unceremoniously: "As a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, you really should say that." But let's not forget that you are the president of the Germans and you are responsible for the future of Germany. ”

"It's not a matter of not doing your best!" Gustav, who has always been calm and steady, shouted in a gaffe: "Reinhardt is playing with fire!" Can't you see?! ”

Gustav's question was not answered, and Steve just looked at the German president coldly with a look of contempt for a coward.

Seeing that the other party did not answer, Gustav met Steve's cold eyes and said in a deep voice: "In order to interfere in the Spanish civil war, Reinhardt has sent tens of thousands of German ** people one after another. ”

Gustav paused, and then said in a heavier tone: "Every day, countless German soldiers are laid to rest in foreign lands, and countless reports of the dead are sent to China. If this continues, how will I, as the president, explain to the people at home? And what kind of sanctions will the League of Nations impose on Germany? Have you considered all this?! ”