Chapter 1723： Hindenburg One (1/2)
Chapter 1723 Hindenburg (1)
In the end, the German emperor let Xiaomoqi leave the General Staff, where he had struggled all his life, and left the German General Staff in Brussels in the eyes of his colleagues or with concern or regret. He was assigned to the first commanded by Kruger. The rear department of the group army, with the rank of general, is responsible for the training and logistics of recruits!
At the request of the Emperor of Germany, the new chief of staff was not the generals who commanded the army on the front line, nor was it the noble empire with the same military exploits and noble status, but was once a very dazzling star in the empire, but now Hindenburg tends to be obscured. When the emperor's order was issued, the eyes of all high-ranking officials were puzzled and even angry! In the eyes of the Junker nobles, why should such a lowly-born fellow with no military merits be the head of the German army? ! Even if they knew that the purpose of the Kaiser’s choice of Hindenburg was just to find a puppet, the dissatisfaction and anger in their hearts remained the same!
And now, what the Kaiser is discussing with Hindenburg are the two conditions the prince proposed. Regarding the first article, he was born an emperor, and a somewhat arrogant emperor was not very concerned about so-called internal problems. To be honest, it is difficult for a arrogant and proud emperor like a peacock to listen to the following voices. Even Xiao Maoqi, who had a good relationship with him since childhood, could be dismissed because of a deliberately exposed handle. As for the others, it was nothing to the Kaiser. So, at least for now, he believes that there is no chaos in Germany, even if some people are dissatisfied or suffer losses? The Kaiser doesn't care.
As for the second point, the Kaiser is still very serious. He needs to know whether the current supply situation in Germany can survive this period of tension. Hindenburg, who was originally responsible for logistics and military production, had no intention of being a professional. He wants to hear the opinion of this new chief of staff.
”From the current situation, the empire’s material reserves can last for more than one year without any foreign aid. We can also seize food and materials from the Russians. If the Russians really collapse, then our army will be completely Part of the supplies can be obtained during the offensive process, which can completely reduce our wastage, and from the military point of view, taking advantage of the other side’s civil strife, isn’t it the best choice for us to launch an offensive? As for the Bavarian Army, they have already attacked. It's too far, beyond the scope of their rule, the newly occupied area is nothing more than a new vassal state after the war,” Hindenburg said.
”If we use this part of the resources on the East Prussian Army, the effect should be better?” The Kaiser thought for a while and said. Although Hindenburg’s words were not much, they dispelled the concerns of the Kaiser’s Bavaria and Austria’s expansion. According to the previous agreement, the area controlled by Austria is at most Western Ukraine, and the area east of the Kiev-Crimean line is to be established. A Ukrainian Republic acts as a buffer. But now that the previous agreement or tacit understanding does not exist, the Kaiser is really worried about Austria becoming bigger!
”In fact, with Austria’s population and national power, it is already the limit to eat Western Ukraine. If you are afraid that Austria will gain an inch, we can release a public announcement with Austria to support the establishment of a republic in Ukraine, while strictly limiting Boundaries can not only restrict Austria’s expansion, but also buy some people.” Hindenburg thought for a while and said.
”You mean, if Austria agrees, then we will provide them with supplies for an extra month according to Ruprecht's request?” said the Kaiser.
”That's what I meant.” Hindenburg nodded and said.
”In addition, I hope to give the major arms companies more authority, because before, a lot of our equipment was provided by the Kingdom of Bavaria, but now, the relationship between us and Bavaria is not good, so we want more Even if there are some problems with efficiency, we should tolerate more.” Hindenburg said.