Now Moscow is under threat from German military, and Germany people may come to Moscow's city at any time. But Russians who lives here actually wants to escape, which is undoubtedly unacceptable to Joseph.
In Joseph's view, people living in Moscow are the most determined people of Buru. They enjoy Russia the best treatment in the country. Now that we are in danger, we should first stand up and take up arms to defend Moscow. However, the behavior of those people really disappointed him.
"Comrade Shaposhnikov, send the troops directly under General Staff Headquarters to blockade Moscow's way out of the city. From now on, except for the pass issued by me, the rest of the people will never be able to leave Moscow!" Joseph said fiercely. He now wants to be completely ruthless.
"Yes, Comrade Joseph." Marshal Shaposhnikov nodded.
Although, Marshal Shaposhnikov doesn't think those civilians staying in Moscow will be of any use, and will instead waste Moscow's food reserves. However, Joseph has given such an order, and he cannot refuse. Otherwise, Joseph who is so angry does not know what kind of things he will do.
"In addition, aren't Germany people not far from Moscow? Moscow may soon become a war zone. In this case, let all residents of Moscow participate in the construction of fortifications Go ahead and build it. We will build the entire Moscow into a fortress. If the Germany people dare to attack Moscow, let them shed their blood here!" Joseph said with a fierce look.
"Yes, Comrade Joseph!" Marshal Shaposhnikov did not refuse. After all, if there are millions of free laborers digging fortifications, it will be enough to make Moscow impregnable in a short time. This can also play a very big role in the Russian defense Moscow. After all, when the combat effectiveness of weapons, equipment and troops is much inferior to German military, if they can have solid defenses, it will undoubtedly greatly narrow the strength gap between the two sides.
"Comrade Joseph, regarding Telegram's request for help from the front line, are we really ignoring it?" Marshal Shaposhnikov asked.
Joseph couldn't help but frown. With no reinforcements in hand, of course he could only watch the front line being defeated. Of course, that doesn't mean there are no reinforcements at all. Reserve Front Army, commanded by General Zhukov, also has 11 infantry armies and two tank armies. But Joseph doesn't think that Zhukov's troops will be able to play a big role after they are dispatched to the front line. Maybe, after Zhukov's troops are dispatched to the front line, they will be easily wiped out by Germany's troops. After all, German military has too great an advantage. In that case, the Russian army will not have many troops to defend Moscow. Once German military comes to Moscow's gates, what else can Russia do to resist German offensive?
"Find Comrade Zhukov and listen to his opinion!" Joseph said.
"Okay, Comrade Joseph!" Marshal Shaposhnikov nodded.
Reserve Front Army's headquarters is in Moscow city. Therefore, after receiving the call summoned by Joseph, Zhukov rushed to Joseph's office within ten minutes.
"Comrade Joseph, Comrade Shaposhnikov, good morning!" General Zhukov now looks very humble. Perhaps it was because of last winter's failure that he changed his previous unruly attitude. No matter how talented you are, if you don't have a good record, you can't be arrogant.
"Comrade Zhukov, please sit down!" Joseph said pleasantly.
General Zhukov is the general that Joseph is optimistic about. He has always attached great importance to this subordinate.
"Comrade Zhukov, it's like this. German military's offensive has been very fierce in the past few days, and several frontline armies have suffered heavy losses. Especially Southwestern Front, the German Army Group C they face is too strong. Kiel Comrade Bonos has already sent Telegram requesting reinforcements. In fact, several front-line armies have A request for reinforcements was sent to Telegram. However, we don't have many reinforcements at all. In addition to the troops stationed in various places, we have few troops available. Moscow and Yuzefgrad are also preparing for the defense operation. So, Comrade Joseph wants to hear your opinion." Marshal Shaposhnikov said.
Joseph nodded and looked at Zhukov with a calm expression.
Zhukov frowned, and then said, "Comrade Joseph, Comrade Shaposhnikov. Reserve Front Army Although there are 11 infantry armies and two tank armies. However, 100% of them The 80 troops are all newly formed. Although they have been equipped with weapons, they have not been systematically trained. It is difficult to say how effective they will be. Now, we are organizing troop training. If we send them to the battlefield rashly, they may not be of much use."
Marshal Shaposhnikov nodded. He also understood Reserve Front Army's situation. Several assault armies and Guards armies were all newly formed units.
"In addition, according to the information obtained, the German Army Group B and Group C are both strong troops. The total number of tanks owned by these two army groups exceeds 6,000. The total number of troops is as high as more than 7 million. If it is a field battle, I am afraid that even if the reserve front army is invested, it will be of no use. Instead of this, it is better to use the troops for the defense of Moscow. Moss Cote is a large city with enough space for two to three million troops to be deployed in the suburbs and within the city. Relying on the buildings in the city, even if they are ruins, the Germans' strong armor strength will be very limited in urban street battles. And this is our opportunity. If we grasp it well, we may not have the opportunity to severely damage the Germans in street battles.
Marshal Shaposhnikov nodded secretly after hearing this. He also disapproved of consuming precious troops in field operations. In that case, the German army, which has a huge advantage, especially with air superiority and armor superiority, will easily destroy the Russian army's effective forces. Without these precious troops, what could Russia do to resist the German attack?
However, whether to reinforce the front line or not is not something Marshal Shaposhnikov, the chief of general staff, can decide. The decision-making power lies in the hands of Joseph.
At this moment, Joseph was frowning and thinking, as if he was considering what General Zhukov just said.