Chapter 797: Crisis

"Marshal, the 1st Army and 2nd Army have achieved their intended combat objectives in today's battle. With the support of the armored forces, the infantry successfully completed the penetration, and the entire British defense zone was cut apart. Yes. Tomorrow, we can launch further attacks and eliminate more British troops!"

   "Very well, the armored forces of the Imperial Army are indeed the most powerful!" Marshal von Falkenhain nodded in satisfaction. The British army assembled millions of troops around Canterbury. However, under the fierce attack of the German army, it still failed to withstand it. This shows how powerful the German assault force is.

"The marshal, the infantry of the 1st and 2nd legions, are preparing to defend against the British counterattack. However, judging from the situation on the front line, after a large number of British troops have been defeated, they can't draw much strength in a short time A counterattack has been launched. As soon as our attack begins, the British will be completely suppressed!"

  Marshal von Falkenhain nodded: "Send a telegram to the navy, and we still have to rely on them to launch shelling on the British army tonight to share the pressure on the army!"

   "Yes, Marshal!"

  At night, the fighter planes of the Army Air Force were unable to take off and land. Therefore, the important task of providing fire support to the army fell to the navy. Fortunately, the navy's naval guns don't need to be affected, and they are almost all-weather. As long as the Army provides the coordinates, they will be able to fire. Of course, the prerequisite is that it must be within the range of the navy's naval guns. While Canterbury and its surrounding areas are some distance away from the sea. However, it is still within the range of the naval guns of the battleships of the German Navy. Those large-caliber naval guns can still provide powerful fire support to the army.

   "How is the progress of the 3rd Army?" Marshal von Falkenhain asked.

  The 1st Army and the 2nd Army served as the main force and fought a decisive battle with the main force of the British Army in the Canterbury area. The 3rd Army mainly played a diversionary role because of its small number of troops.

"Marshal, the 3rd Army has already approached Ashford during today's attack. The main forces of the British 3rd Army and 8th Army are retreating. If the 3rd Army hadn't controlled the advancing speed, it is estimated that it will be soon. Can hit Maidstone!"

"That's good. Before the 1st Army and the 2nd Army can deal with the main forces of the British, as long as the 3rd Army firmly holds back the two British armies, it will be the greatest victory!" Von Falkenhein said the marshal.

  The current battle situation is developing in favor of the German army. Although, in today's battle, the number of enemies wiped out is not many. However, the main strategic objectives have been achieved. Next, it's time to reap the results. As long as the German offensive goes well, there will be no problem in winning this war.

  The 8th Army of the German Army has been on standby. Unless it is absolutely necessary, it will not be dispatched easily. Marshal von Falkenhain hoped that the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd armies could be used to eliminate all the troops in the southeastern theater of the British Continental Army.

   Canterbury, British Continental Army South East Theater Command. Although it was already night, the underground headquarters was still brightly lit, and it was as lively as a vegetable market.

  Admiral Haig and Admiral Benson both rushed to the headquarters. They are very dissatisfied with today's battle.

"Your Excellency, the Germans have already occupied Brin and Kamat respectively. If they wish, they can even cut off our connection with London. This will be a disaster for us! Therefore, We can no longer just sit back and watch the situation worsen!" Admiral Haig looked angry.

  General Hamilton refused to send tank troops to fight, which made the German army easily break through the British defense line, which caused this situation. This made Admiral Haig even more dissatisfied with Admiral Hamilton.

   "Yes, Your Excellency Commander. We must launch a counterattack and wipe out the intruding Germans in one fell swoop. Otherwise, the consequences will be disastrous!" Admiral Benson also had a serious face.

  Admiral Hamilton's face was as dark as the bottom of a pot. Of course he could hear the accusations of Admiral Haig and Admiral Benson. Although he is the commander of the local army, he also serves as the commander of the theater. And Haig and Benson are just the commanders of the group army. In terms of position, he is much worse than him. However, the military ranks of both sides are the same. Therefore, if Haig and Benson really don't give him face, he has no good way to take them.

"I know! The attacking power of the Germans is indeed too strong, far beyond our expectations. However, our troops did not suffer too much loss in today's battle. Therefore, although the situation is not good for us Unfavorable. However, it is not so bad that we must lose!" Admiral Hamilton quibbled.

"Your Excellency, Commander, the Germans have completed their scheduled combat deployment. Their large-scale offensive will probably begin soon. At that time, will the chaotic army be able to withstand the German offensive? In this regard, I I'm very suspicious!" Admiral Haig sneered.

  General Hamilton was taken aback for a moment, and then said: "In this case, then immediately organize troops to launch a counterattack and eliminate all the German troops."

"Your Excellency, Commander, this is probably very difficult. The German army has strong firepower, which allows them to use their powerful firepower to inflict heavy losses on us when defending. The previous battles have undoubtedly proved this point. In addition, although our losses in today's battle are not large, more than 15 infantry divisions were routed, and a large amount of weapons and equipment were lost. At the same time, the morale of the troops has also seriously dropped. Under such circumstances, counterattack is obviously impossible ’” Admiral Benson said.

   "Then what should we do now?" Admiral Hamilton was a little anxious. He also seemed to understand that the current situation was very dangerous for them. It was even more dangerous than he imagined.

   "Your Excellency, Commander, tomorrow morning, we must organize a strong force to launch a counterattack and defeat the Germans. Otherwise, we will lose!" Admiral Haig said.

   "General Haig, do you mean to dispatch tank troops?" Admiral Hamilton frowned.

   "Yes, Commander, this is our only chance!" Admiral Haig insisted.

   Admiral Hamilton thought for a while, and finally nodded.