At Trepassey, the 3rd Marine Division had completely taken control. After the German Marine Corps landed, the British Army infantry brigade stationed there put up only feeble resistance. They soon fled, and the remaining troops surrendered to the German military.
Using Trepassey's docks, the 3rd Marine Division began landing in force. Before long, all twenty thousand-plus men of the 3rd Marine Division and their equipment would be ashore.
"General, our 1st Regiment has already begun its attack on St. John's. Once the 2nd Regiment lands, it will also join the offensive," said Major General Pals, commander of the 3rd Marine Division.
General Ernst von Busch nodded. "The 4th Marine Division will begin landing this afternoon. In addition, the 6th and 7th Marine Divisions are expected to arrive tomorrow night. All five of our Marine Divisions will reach Newfoundland."
"General, taking Newfoundland will not be a problem. These British troops have utterly pathetic combat strength. With the fire support of the Navy's Naval Guns and carrier-based aircraft, defeating them will be easy." A faint smile appeared on Major General Pals's face.
General Busch nodded. He likewise believed that the British troops' combat strength was appalling.
"Take St. John's as soon as possible. There is a medium-sized port there. Once we capture it, the rest of our forces will be able to land more easily," General Busch said. After all, the other Marine Divisions, as well as the Air Force's future engineering units and large quantities of technical equipment, would all need a port for transport. Trepassey's port was too small, with little possibility of expansion. St. John's, on the other hand, could be considered a fairly good port.
"Yes, General." Major General Pals nodded.
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