"Damn it, how could this battle end like this!" Richard Haldan's face was full of frustration and unwillingness.
In just five days, the British army suffered a disastrous defeat on the southern defense line. Only more than 100,000 of the more than 600,000 people fled back. Such a loss would be too great! The entire London's defense strength has dropped sharply to more than 900,000, not even one million. However, German military's troops were not seriously damaged in the two battles. They still have at least one million troops. This also means that in the battle of London, the British army no longer even has the advantage in strength.
Although, there are more than one million British troops elsewhere Britain. But the troops of Ireland and Scotland are obviously unable to be mobilized. Irish people has already started a war against the rule of Britain under the outbreak of Germany people. Even many soldiers with Ireland status directly rebelled. The British troops deployed at Ireland were exhausted and had no way to suppress them. The same goes for Scotland's army. There is a gap between Scotland and England people. When British Empire was overwhelming everyone, they would rather stay at Britain. However, now Britain is obviously unlucky. If you continue to stay at Britain, not only will you not get the slightest advantage, but you may also be unlucky. Under such circumstances, British government's rule is already in danger.
As for the troops deployed in the north of England and Wales, they also need to remain vigilant. If they are mobilized, no one can guarantee whether the Germany people will send troops to land in these areas. At that time, it will pose a greater threat to Britain.
Churchill was also silent. The development of the battle situation was indeed far beyond their expectations. It can be said that the performance of the British army in this war was really unbearable. Under the attack of Germany people, it collapsed easily and had no ability to resist at all. Churchill now only feels how ridiculous it was that he wanted to rely on the army to defeat the Germany people on the mainland.
"Minister of War, now it seems that London is difficult to defend, right?" Churchill asked.
"Yes, Prime Minister. The Germany people are too powerful, so powerful that they completely exceeded our expectations. And our army's combat effectiveness is too poor. Even if we build a large number of defenses in London, I'm afraid we can't withstand the Germany people's attack!" Richard Haldan said.
Although, this fact was very difficult for him to accept. However, he had to accept this reality.
Almost all the elite troops of the British army have been lost on the battlefield. Although 4th Army Corps and 5th Army Corps in London city can barely be regarded as elite troops. But compared to German military, these two armies are no different from garbage. It is simply unrealistic to place hope on them.
"How long can we last at London?" Churchill asked.
"Prime Minister, half a month at most. It may not even last half a month. Our troops no longer have the courage to continue fighting!" Richard Haldan was completely disappointed with the army.
Churchill felt a sense of sadness in his heart. The current battle situation has indeed reached the final moment.
"Prime Minister, I completely understand. There is a huge gap between our army and German military. Not only the gap in weapons and equipment, but also the gap in quality, will and tactics. Germany people have been ahead of us for more than an era. Under such circumstances, It is almost impossible for us to resist the attack of the Germany people. Therefore, after reaching Canada, we must focus on strengthening training in these aspects. Otherwise, it will still be difficult for us to defeat the Germany people on the battlefield in the future!" Richard Haldan said.
Churchill nodded, and he also knew that without a strong army, it would be a fool's errand to defeat the Germany people.
"Prime Minister, London cannot be defended. According to the intelligence we have received, an elite legion of Germany people is rapidly advancing towards River Thames. I suspect, They want to surround London from the north. If they succeed, the entire London will be surrounded by them. By then, it will be impossible to evacuate." Richard Haldan said.
Churchill couldn't help but frowned. "Germany people still have such a big appetite! If all the troops in London are wiped out by them, then the whole Britain will be doomed!"
"Yes, Your Excellency. Therefore, Your Excellency and Your Majesty, it is best to leave London immediately and go to Canada. Otherwise, variables will occur." Richard Haldan suggested.
"Let Your Majesty go to Canada, I'll forget it. I prefer to stay in London. When London falls, I will personally go and fight the Germany people!" Churchill shook his head.
"Prime Minister, you can't die here. Canada still needs your leadership. Even if we lose here, we still have a chance to rise. As long as we can defeat the Germany people in future wars, British Empire will still have the possibility of rising." Richard Haldan said.
Churchill smiled bitterly, "After this disastrous defeat, am I still qualified to continue to lead British Empire? Someone must be responsible for this!"
Indeed, British Empire has even lost its capital now. Someone always needs to be responsible for this fiasco. Churchill, Prime Minister, who came into battle at the critical moment, is undoubtedly the best candidate.
"No, Prime Minister, this is not your fault. When you took office, British Empire was already in a hopeless situation. Only you have the ability to lead British Empire to get back on its feet." Richard Haldan persuaded hard.
After a while, Churchill finally changed his mind and agreed to escape from London and go to Canada.
The next day, senior officials from Churchill and British Cabinet, as well as members of the royal family including König George V, secretly left London. They will take a bus to Liverpool, then take a submarine or destroyer there and head to Canada in batches.
Although, British Army can no longer resist Germany people at home. However, these proud Britain people are obviously ready to continue fighting until they are completely eliminated.
Minister of War Richard Haldan did not leave with these people, but chose to stay and lead the British resistance in London. He appointed himself London Defense Commander and took over the command of all the troops of London. I am determined to fight to the death with German military here.