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Chapter 802 Goodbye, West Front 1

"Ruprecht, welcome your arrival!" When the prince stepped into the German base camp in Brussels again, the German emperor came forward in person and gave the latter a kind hug!

"Although we were unable to parade again on the Champs Elysees in Paris, I believe that such days will not last long. Well, let us temporarily put the pressure of war aside and enjoy the happy time tonight!" As he said that, the German Emperor pulled the prince into the middle of the banquet hall.

"To be honest, I'm a little uncomfortable with this environment. Various social engagements and false thoughts." After working hard for more than a day, Wang could finally sit aside and rest. When he happened to see Xiao Maoqi in the rest area of ​​the senior officer.

"Your Highness, your life is really the same as that of the Puritans." Moltke said half compliment and half seriously. "After seeing the extravagance of the Prussian nobles, you showed me the attitude of life and principles of doing things of a true German noble. I always thought you would succumb to the pressure of the German Emperor and the General Staff, and then let us hit Paris."

"But fortunately, we not only did not put it on the iron plate, but instead bit the French. "Ruprecht stretched his arms and said comfortably. "By the way, I will say goodbye to the German Emperor in two days, and my troops will gradually evacuate from the Western Front in one week. I have already told the German Emperor that he has agreed to it, and I will tell you now."

"This, it's a bit quick." Moltke was stunned at first, and then said with some concern. He knew what the prince meant. The so-called evacuation included not only armored forces and aviation forces, but also a large number of transportation units, artillery and technical support units. At this time, the evacuation of the Bavarian Legion had a relatively large impact on the Western Front. Not to mention anything else, the Air Force was equal to at least 30% of it!

"The Eastern Front can't wait. The Austro-Hungarian Legion has retreated completely into the border line, and the Russian offensive has not reached its peak yet. This time, Fritz will not shed less blood. The losses of hundreds of thousands of troops will be difficult to make up in the short term, and we may have to bear most of the pressure." Although the prince drank some wine, he was still very clear in his heart at this moment.

"Since Your Majesty agrees, then I have no objection." Xiao Moltke said helplessly. The German Emperor agreed, and he had no choice but to have any objection. Moreover, judging from the current situation, Germany was indeed in the best condition, and the French suffered two heavy blows. Now they are fully trapped in defense, and both sides have begun to repair the defense line at the same time to recover their health. Within three months, there is probably no large-scale battle.

"Is there anything else to help? I have already greeted Markenson. He will fully cooperate with your actions. If His Majesty Fritz had not made any statement yet, then you will be the commander-in-chief of the Eastern Front War Zone of the Allies in the future." said Moltke.

"There is something in the words here." The prince smiled and said nothing.

"So when you go back, where do you plan to start? Should you launch an attack from East Prussia, or from the center line controlled by the Bavarian Legion? Or to help the Austro-Hungarian Legion defend the southern line?" Xiao Moltke said the question more directly when he saw that the prince did not answer.

"My plan is to launch an attack from the northern and central lines first. The Russians have already entered the Korpatian Mountains. Our attack surface is relatively small and not suitable for troops to expand. However, I will distribute some troops to help the Austro-Hungarian Empire defend. Prince Leopold is ready,"

"You are still so rational." Xiao Moltch was relieved after hearing the prince's future arrangements for the Eastern Front. From a purely military perspective, it is the most realistic to cooperate with Markensen, who is located in East Prussia to launch a counterattack from the west. Markensen is a master of mobile warfare, and the combat quality of the Eighth Army can also be guaranteed. Moreover, the front line is relatively short, and the German army can draw a considerable part of the mobile power to launch a counterattack. This is undoubtedly the most safest.

However, from a emotional or political perspective, helping the Austro-Hungarian Empire is undoubtedly a high bonus on these two items. After all, the Austro-Hungarian Empire is an ally of Germany and is in a difficult situation. Fritz is also the prince's father-in-law. On that day, from a military perspective, it was undoubtedly bad to do so. The defense lines between Austro-Hungarian and Russia were too long. This time, the Austro-Hungarian army had retreated from all directions. After the Russians launched a general attack, the entire defense line would inevitably be full of loopholes. Using precious mobile forces to defend the defense line and distributing troops was obviously a taboo.

The prince's approach was obviously the most secure. Prince Leopold led some troops to defend key nodes and stabilize some fronts, and then the prince led the main force and Markenson to launch a new offensive. So Xiao Moltke's answer was actually responding to the other party with a very appreciative attitude. But soon, the prince's next sentence made Xiao Moltke very uncomfortable.

"If nothing unexpected happens, Bavaria's military production needs to meet the needs of the Eastern Front in the next two months. I can only say sorry." said the prince.

"Can I take back what I said before?" Xiao Moltke said in embarrassment.

"Talking with conscience, I have suffered the greatest losses in this battle! My war losses must be supplemented, and the two sides have just ended their battle on the Western Front, and there will be no major battles in a short period of time, so the military industry will naturally tilt to the eastern front first." The prince said with some displeasure. In peacetime, the army is ruthless in fighting for budgets, and in wartime, it is necessary to do its best to compete for materials. At this time, the prince naturally cannot be lenient, and from the perspective of reason or demand, the General Staff has no reason to reject it.

"And what we are adding is not only the loss of the Bavarian Legion, but also the lost materials and equipment for the Austro-Hungarian Legion. In fact, you can adjust and improve military-industrial enterprises in Prussia. After all, Bavaria is just a state." The prince said earnestly.

"So, do you have any suggestions or things worth reminding about the Western Front?" Xiao Moltke was obviously unwilling to get involved with the prince on the issue of supplies and supplies. After all, this would be fruitless. The prince would not give in. If the lawsuit was to the German Emperor, even if the German Emperor wanted to unload the donkey, it would not be so fast. So Xiao Moltke decided to ask some nutritious ones.

"Western Front, actually, according to my opinion, before we solve the Russian issue, the Western Front can be maintained based on the current standard. With our current military strength and equipment level on the Western Front, we should focus on killing British and French personnel and consuming their strength." The prince thought for a while and said.
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