Britain The capital London, here has become desolate. Trenches and fortifications were being built everywhere on the streets. London Citizens were also mobilized to help the army build fortifications. Of course, citizens who participate can get a little food that is just enough to survive. But this has made the hungry citizens overjoyed.
Here as capital of the British Empire, once German military landing in Britain, London will definitely be attacked. The purpose of building fortifications from now on is to build London into a fortress. Of course, that's an exaggeration. But the new Prime Minister Churchill undoubtedly hopes to make Germany people shed all their blood in London.
Downing Street, Prime Minister's residence, in the conference room. Churchill is having a meeting with a group of ministers.
"Gentlemen, the entire Britain has been mobilized. Almost all our recruitment points have been crowded by young men. I am very happy that when British Empire is facing a life-and-death crisis, we can get the support of so many people. I believe that with everyone united, we will definitely be able to defeat the Germany people." Churchill said with a smile on his face.
The other Cabinet Ministers also had smiles on their faces. Although, the current situation is still very difficult. However, the people's fighting will is high, which gives them a glimmer of hope.
With such a huge disparity in strength, these Britain ministers knew that it was impossible to defeat Germany. What they are striving for now is to resist German offensive. And with the local combat advantage, it will cause greater damage to the Germany people as much as possible. In this case, perhaps the Germany people can be stopped from attacking, thus ending the war at a smaller cost.
"Prime Minister, the army's strength has been expanded to three million. The remaining one million quota is expected to be used up soon. If possible, I hope to add another one million! Once the army expands to five million, we will be more confident to defend British mainland!" Minister of War Richard Haldan had a smile on his face.
"No problem! At this juncture, of course the more troops we have, the better!" Churchill said.
Although, if the army is expanded to five million, almost all the young and middle-aged people of the right age will be recruited into the army. However, Churchill doesn't care at all. What he cares about is only resisting the attack of Germany people. This is the most important thing.
"With so many troops mobilized, do we have so many weapons and equipment to arm them? We can't let them go to the battlefield with bare hands, right?" Foreign Minister Edward? Sir Gray frowned.
Britain is currently under lockdown, and almost all factories have stopped working. Even those arsenals are operating at lower and lower rates due to lack of raw materials. Without enough weapons and equipment, how can we arm those soldiers?
"Indeed, we are now seriously lacking weapons and equipment. Only two million people can be guaranteed to be armed. The remaining three million people can't even get together rifles. However, we can't cool down the patriotic enthusiasm of the people because of this! We will try our best to find ways to solve the problem of weapons and equipment." Richard Haldan said.
Edward? Sir Gray had no choice but to remain silent. Under the current circumstances, Churchill and Richard Haldan, who control the army, have risen to the top among Cabinet. Others simply nodded in agreement.
"Do you have any information about Germany?" Churchill asked.
Although, Britain is preparing for war as much as possible, hoping to resist the Germany people. However, German military is so powerful that Churchill still feels uncertain.
"German military The numbers of the troops that appeared near Calais were as many as three legions, namely German 1st Army Corps, 2nd Army Corps and 3rd Army Corps. However, the enemy attack 8th Army Corps of German Emperor did not appear. But we believe that German 8th Army Corps will definitely participate in the attack. Therefore, we judge that the troops sent by Germany people to British mainland should only be these four legions, with a total of about one million people." Richard Haldan said.
"One million people? If the Germany people don't increase their troops, can we withstand their attack?" Churchill asked.
If German military only mobilizes one million people, this gives Churchill a glimmer of hope.
"If we try our best, we should be able to resist them. However, if the Germany people continue to increase their troops, it will be very difficult for us. However, there is other news that the Germany people have dispatched 4 legions and are Eastern Europe vigorously encircling and suppressing the local guerrillas. team and other resistance forces. In this case, the Germany people should not have any extra troops to invest in the attack on British mainland. As long as we can withstand the attack of one million Germany people, our goal will be achieved," said Richard Haldan.
"Great!" Churchill said.
In his opinion, it shouldn't be difficult to withstand an attack by one million people from German military. After all, they have an army of five million.
"Prime Minister, I suggest that we prepare a retreat. If German military sends more troops to attack British mainland, it may be difficult for us to resist it." Edward Sir Gray said.
The smile on Churchill's face disappeared. He frowned and thought for a moment, then nodded. "Okay, Edward? Sir Gray, you go to Canada secretly. If it is impossible, we will evacuate to Canada."
"Okay, Prime Minister. However, Americans may not welcome us to Canada." Edward Sir Gray said.
Churchill nodded. From Americans's point of view, they certainly would not want Britain people to evacuate to Canada. In that case, it is very likely that the flames of war will reach Americas. Once the Germany people attack Canada and the Britain people cannot resist it, the Germany people will most likely gain a foothold in Americas. At that time, it will be a huge threat to Americans.
In addition, Americans dominates Americas. They don't want to have a powerful neighbor around them, which will pose a great threat to them. Therefore, Americans should try its best to prevent Britain people from evacuating to Canada. When necessary, those Americans will even use force.
"Let's find a way to talk to Americans! At worst, give them some benefits. Tell them that we are just temporarily staying in Canada. When we defeat the Germany people, we will leave!" Churchill said.
"Yes, Prime Minister." Edward? Sir Gray nodded.