Britain, Dover.
This is the closest place between British mainland and European continent, and it is also the top priority of the British Army's local defense. Dense defenses have been built on the beach. There are trenches, barbed wire, Landmine and fire points everywhere.
In the past few months, the Britain people have completely turned this place into a fortress. This aspect shows the determination of the Britain people to defend their homeland. Also, their fear is shown. After all, his opponent is German Army, the number one player in the world. Whether Germany can withstand the attack from Germany, British Army is not sure at all from top to bottom.
Although, British Army's total military strength has expanded to more than four million people. But the number of troops they can arm is only about three million. The remaining troops were not equipped with any decent weapons. Moreover, the armed forces also seriously lacked heavy weapons. There are only a small number of elite troops with relatively complete equipment. But even so, it is still not that difficult to face off against the elite German Army.
Several cars drove onto the beach at Dover, but there was no one on the beach. It was so hot that the soldiers hid in the shade and no one stayed on the beach. Originally, Dover should be crowded with tourists in summer, and many people would come here to enjoy the beach and sunshine. However, when the clouds of war enveloped the entire British Isles, no one had such leisure anymore. Everyone hopes that the war will end soon. In this case, they would not have to suffer the ravages of war.
Some people got out of the car, led by a tall man. He is Britain's current Prime Minister Churchill. By his side, there were also Minister of War Richard Haldan, British Army local troops Commander Ian General Hamilton. There are also other British Army senior generals. From their shining golden epaulettes, we can undoubtedly see that these people have very high status, and they can be said to be shining stars.
"Well, these fortifications are well built. If the Germany people dare to launch an attack from here, we will make them pay an unimaginable price!" Churchill put down the telescope in his hand with a look of satisfaction.
"Prime Minister, in the past few months, we have been repairing defenses in coastal areas. However, our coast is too long, so we can only build defenses in key places. We believe that the possibility of Germany people landing in these areas is undoubtedly the greatest." Ian Hamilton said.
"Which areas are likely to be where Germany people land?" Churchill asked.
"Your Excellency, judging from the intelligence we have received so far, the line from Eastbourne to Margate may become the key target of the Germany people. This is the closest to France. If the Germany people want to land, they only need to Just cross the strait. In addition, the three main armies of the Germany people are deployed on the opposite side. Therefore, we can conclude that if the Germany people want to land, this line will be their main landing zone!" Hamilton continued.
Although, he was not able to become Commander, who was Expeditionary Force, as he wished, and was taken one step ahead by Sir French. However, while he stayed in the mainland, he became the Commander of the local army, commanding millions of troops to prepare to fight against the landing of the Germany people. This is also a position of high authority. Even in the case of war, the status of Hamilton has been further improved.
"Do we have the ability to prevent Germany people from logging in?" Churchill asked.
"Prime Minister, the main forces of the local army are currently concentrated in the southeast and London. Minister of War and I will serve as Commander in the southeast and London Theater respectively. E. If the Germany people are really planning to land in the southeast, I believe we can make them pay a heavy price!" Hamilton seemed very confident.
A landing battle is inherently a battle with very heavy casualties, especially for the landing party. When sending troops to land, they will be directly exposed to the heavy firepower of the defenders. This will cause them to suffer heavy casualties during the landing. If the defender can build strong fortifications, it will be more effective. With luck, it is not impossible for the beach to be stained red with blood and for corpses to pile up.
"Well, that's good!" Churchill nodded repeatedly.
"Gentlemen, although in this war, the Germany people have already had all the advantages. Royal Navy have already lost everything. However, British Empire will never give in to the barbaric Germany people like this. We will continue to fight and let They suffered heavy losses in the attack on British mainland. I believe that when the losses of Germany people become unbearable, they will compromise. By then, we will reach a peace that is beneficial to us." Churchill said to everyone. And this is also the goal he has always insisted on.
Churchill knows very well that it is impossible to defeat Germany in this war. Therefore, he actively began to plan for the next war. Including retreating to Canada once the homeland cannot be defended, and forming a secret alliance with Americans, etc. These are all preparations for the future of the British Empire.
Of course, Churchill also hopes to keep his homeland. This is undoubtedly the best result for them. If we can keep our homeland, even if we lose all our overseas colonies, Britain can still persevere. Tens of millions of Britain people will provide them with enough soldiers. After the future war starts, it is entirely possible for Britain to unite with United States and other countries to defeat Germany.
If the local team cannot defend it, then losing the local Britain will greatly damage the team's strength. Even if we unite with other countries, it will not have much effect. If they are weak, the war dividends they can receive after the war will naturally be pitiful.
Therefore, Churchill hopes that the local army will resist the Germany people's attack no matter what. In this case, they can keep their homeland. In future wars, they will have a greater chance of winning. He would never give up his homeland unless absolutely necessary.
"Yes, Prime Minister!" the generals also replied. They also all know what the current situation is like for the British Empire. If we don't work hard, British Empire will have no future. Therefore, these generals will do their best in this war.
Of course, it is very difficult to say whether it will work.