Chapter 402 We shouldn’t worry about these! "Capture it?" Cun Yunsheng was stunned for a moment. To be honest, he had never thought about this problem. According to his understanding, it was absolutely impossible for the Germans to capture it. There are hundreds of thousands of British troops in the British Isles. How could the German army succeed? "Absolutely impossible." Cun Yunsheng shook his head and denied. "Why is it impossible? What if it succeeds?" Meng Fanxiao asked. "Because it is absolutely impossible for the US military to watch the German troops successfully land. It is the springboard for the Allied forces to counterattack the European continent and it is absolutely impossible to lose it." Cun Yunsheng sneered. Do you really think the US military is vegetarian? "What if it succeeds?" Meng Fan was still very curious. He really wanted to know what the consequences would be if the Germans successfully landed. "If successful, the German army will completely control Western Europe, eliminating worries on the western front, and can devote more troops, resources and energy to the battle against the Soviet army on the eastern front." Cun Yunsheng thought for a while and began to explain road. "Originally, the German army needed to retain a certain amount of troops on the Western Front to guard against possible British counterattacks. After occupying the British Isles, this part of the troops can be liberated to strengthen the combat power on the Eastern Front. This may make the situation on the Soviet-German battlefield become unfair. Germany is more advantageous."
"Even in some key battles, the German army will invest more armored troops and infantry." "In general, occupying the British Isles will be very beneficial to the German army. It may not be a good thing for the Allies. The upcoming victory may have to be delayed again." After saying that, Cun Yunsheng was also hesitating. Would it have been better if he hadn't said it in the first place? It's a pity that things are already like this, and he can only wait for the news. "Is it gone?" Meng Fanlao had a puzzled expression on his face. Is it gone? "What else do you want?" Cun Yunsheng asked. "Only affects the German army? Doesn't it affect other things? For example, the world structure or something like that?" According to Meng Fangliao's understanding of Cun Yunsheng, he should be able to analyze it from all aspects. Hearing this, Cun Yunsheng was silent for a while. If we really talk about influence, it does have a lot of influence. For example, Vichy France itself was a puppet regime established after Germany occupied most of France. If Germany occupied Britain, the Vichy government's position would likely decline further, as Germany would have a stronger hold on France and would no longer have to worry about British support for the French resistance. You must know that the UK has always been an important supporter and rear base of the European resistance movement, providing support in weapons, materials, training and intelligence to resistance organizations in various European countries. If Britain was occupied by Germany, the European resistance movement would lose an important source of support and face a more difficult situation. Germany could use Britain's resources and intelligence network to more effectively combat resistance movements across Europe and consolidate its rule in Europe. In addition to these, Germany may further plunder French resources to support its war operations in Europe. It can be said that the consequences of the German occupation of the British Isles will be very serious. Not only that, but the impact on the entire Atlantic battlefield was also huge. After Germany occupies the British Isles, it will gain access to Britain's powerful naval bases and port facilities, which will greatly enhance the German Navy's combat capabilities in the Atlantic. At the same time, Germany can use these bases to conduct more effective blockades and attacks on Allied transport fleets in the Atlantic, cutting off America's supply lines to Europe.
This would deal a serious blow to the Allied war effort and delay the Allied counteroffensive in Europe. In addition, it is also a huge opportunity for the German navy, especially the German submarine force which posed a huge threat to the Allied maritime transportation during World War II. After occupying Britain, Germany can establish more submarine bases in the waters surrounding Britain, increase the frequency and combat range of submarines, and make the effect of submarine warfare more significant. At the same time, Germany can also use British shipbuilding facilities and technology to speed up the production and maintenance of submarines and further enhance the strength of its submarine force. It can be said that the benefits brought by occupying the three British islands are too many. So much so that Cun Yunsheng felt a little envious and jealous. The wealth of the British Empire is indeed too rich. Similarly, the German occupation of the British Isles brought countless benefits, but the Allies brought all kinds of troubles. The first is the US military, which has made it more difficult for them to intervene in the European battlefield. You must know that the United Kingdom is an important ally and bridgehead of the United States in Europe. The United States has sent a large amount of troops, materials, and equipment to the European battlefield through the United Kingdom. If Britain is occupied by Germany, the United States will lose this important springboard, and it will be greatly more difficult to intervene in the European battlefield. The United States needs to find other ways to support the European resistance movement and attack Germany, which may delay . operations in the European battlefield and affect the course of the war. The fall of Britain may cause a huge shock in the United States, and public attitudes toward the war may change. Some may advocate intensifying the attack on Germany and liberating Britain as soon as possible. Others may be pessimistic about the prospects of war and call for more cautious government policies. This will have an impact on the . government’s decision-making and may lead to adjustments in . war strategies. For the Soviet army on the eastern front, the pressure will definitely increase suddenly. Because after Germany occupied Britain, it could devote more troops and resources to the Eastern Front, which would put the Soviet army under greater military pressure. Germany may speed up its offensive against the Soviet army, trying to defeat the Soviet army in a short time and seize its rich resources and vast territory. This will pose a serious threat to the survival of the Soviet army, and the Soviet army needs to work harder to organize resistance and win support from the international community. Originally, when Britain still existed, it could form a certain check on Germany and at the same time relieve the pressure on the Soviet army. If Britain was occupied by Germany, the Soviet army would lose this important ally and would be subject to certain restrictions in strategic choices. The Soviet army may need to rely more on its own strength and the support of other allies to resist the German offensive. Thinking of this, Cun Yunsheng couldn't help but sigh. He might have really unleashed a demon. "Take a seat, I'm afraid we really can't let the Germans occupy the British Isles." Meng Fan said with a solemn expression after listening to Cun Yunsheng's analysis. In addition to the above effects, it is a big trouble for the entire Allied Forces. Once Germany really becomes a hegemon, it will have a greater say in the political, economic and military affairs of European countries. Other countries may be forced to reevaluate their relations with Germany, and some may choose to cooperate with Germany to avoid being attacked by Germany.
Some countries may lose confidence in the victory of the anti-fascist alliance, and some countries may even make separate peace with Germany. This will weaken the anti-fascist alliance and increase the difficulty of defeating Germany. "Well, I know what you said, but I believe it won't be that easy for the Germans to successfully land, and the big shots in the Allies will never watch the other side land." Cun Yunsheng thought for a while and felt I am a bit worried. "Okay, these are not things we should consider. Even if the Germans really occupy the British Isles, the Allies may not necessarily fail. Don't forget, as long as the Allies defeat the Japanese army, they can dispatch their main force to Europe." "At that time, our worries will be nothing more than groundless worries." Hearing this, Meng Fangli felt that it made sense and simply put these worries behind him. On the other side, the British army began to adjust their plans after learning that the German troops had landed in the Portsmouth area. Since it was unclear whether it was a feint attack or a main attack, the British army mobilized not many reinforcements, only two infantry divisions, and the rest of the troops remained stationary for the time being. Unfortunately, this time the British army would suffer a big loss. As the landing progressed, the German army also adjusted its plan in a timely manner. A paratrooper division was deployed and investment in landings was increased. Especially in the east and north areas of Portsmouth. There were large-scale German paratroopers parachuting. In the future, it may even increase. It mainly depends on the login results. So far, it seems pretty average. But a little better than expected. If paratroopers had not been dispatched, I am afraid this landing would have failed. After all, two infantry divisions are already quite a lot. But now they have to face German paratroopers, so the little force deployed by the British army may not be able to drive the German landing troops into the sea. The British troops supporting them at this moment only had one idea, that is, if the German troops did not lose their landing point immediately. So as time goes by, more and more German troops come ashore, and with the combat power of the British army, they are no match for the German army. At this moment, all the airports in the Portsmouth area had been bombed by the Germans. The remaining airports could not accommodate many fighter planes at all and had become decorations. However, General Dowding sent aircraft from all directions to Portsmouth, hoping to regain air superiority there. Fortunately, after the arrival of US military fighter planes, they barely regained air supremacy in part of the airspace. However, the losses were indeed very large. In just a few hours, more than 300 fighter planes were lost. This is already a terrifying figure. The German army also paid a high price to continue to defend their position as air supremacy. The most depressing ones were the British soldiers very close to the Portsmouth area.
Because of damage to roads and bridges by German paratroopers. As a result, it took them several hours to reach this short distance. Even the following troops are still in the camp. The march of tens of thousands of people will definitely form a long dragon. It was a dream to be dragged to the battlefield in one breath. In other words, it was like being bombed. The main thing is that I still don’t understand, where is the main direction of the German army’s attack? Therefore, we dare not give up the defense line of Bryan and Dover Port easily. Afraid of the German army trying to attack the east and west! After all, when they blitzed France, the German army's lost battle plan was the Schlieffen Plan. The result? Let's go east and west and pass directly through the Ardennes Forest. Otherwise, the German army would still be slowly grinding away at the defense line. Therefore, now the British army does not know where the main attack is. This kind of fictitious and real tactics really made the British army a little uncomfortable. There is no way, the German army is too cunning. However, the commander in charge of the Portsmouth area began to request more support, hoping to add an armored division. I believe that with the blessing of the armored division, the German army will definitely be defeated easily. At the same time, a German armored regiment had all landed on the beach and began to cover the infantry to storm the British position. At this moment, Lieutenant Fred led his men and began to rush towards the British position in the distance. After passing through a forest of bushes and small trees, Fred and others had arrived at the British army's position. "Find a way to go around and get behind them." Fred immediately gave the order. In fact, even behind the defense line, the British army was extremely vigilant. After all, the British troops on the coastline also knew that the German troops had landed. So be extra vigilant. The fighting in the distant position was extremely fierce, and from time to time, Stuka bombers would dive bomb, and with an explosion, a machine gun position would be taken away. "Do you think our position can be defended?" A British soldier asked worriedly as he looked at the defense line in front of him. "Who knows, it is said that reinforcements are already on the way. As long as we hold on until the reinforcements arrive, we will win by then." The British soldier next to him said nonchalantly.
"I'm afraid we won't be able to hold on until then, and we don't know what's going on ahead. Is it the German army?" "Maybe it's just a small-scale exploratory attack by the German army." "Yes, maybe they have beaten back the Germans." "Impossible. Just listening to the sound of the cannons, it doesn't seem like they were repelled." At this moment, they didn't know that the German army had already reached them. Although their defensive positions are not bad, in fact, for these German troops, this kind of defense is not good at all. And the German veterans are particularly knowledgeable. Using the newly assigned Iron Fist rocket launcher, they waited for a while, then while the British army was still in a daze, they split up to outflank them, and finally attacked together. When the gunfire stops, it's over. It's basically a battle without any suspense. When Fred led the men into the trench, there were no living people inside except for the steaming corpses. But not far away were two howitzers, their muzzles still a little warm. It was obvious that they were still firing not long ago. Taking away this artillery position means that the pressure on the landing soldiers has been greatly reduced. After finishing the position, Fred had people search it and found that there were still a lot of supplies, so he immediately asked people to take a rest. After replenishing his strength, he continued towards the next fortification. Continue to advance along the trenches and cement fortifications, and when encountering British troops, fire directly and kill them. Destroyed several machine gun bunkers in one go. "Damn, these British soldiers have done a lot of repairs." "Yes, look at these many fortifications. If it were those new recruits, I'm afraid we would just kill them." "No wonder I still can't go deeper after logging in. It turns out that's the case." "Okay, stop talking nonsense, set up machine guns and prepare to cover us in taking over the high ground over there." Fred said, pointing to a high ground in the distance. (End of chapter)