January 1, 1915, for German people, this is a festival worth celebrating. After Germany defeated World War, the benefits gained in the war began to be gradually digested. And German people began to enjoy the dividends of the war because of this, which made them very satisfied.
German Empire soldiers, especially senior generals, have been looking forward to this day for a long time.
After the large-scale war ended, Oscar and Empire* the military giants began to discuss the list of promotions. However, it has not been taken out yet. This has made many generals eager to wait for this.
A soldier who doesn't want to be a general is not a good soldier. But similarly, a general who does not want to be a marshal is not a good general. Those generals who are qualified to be promoted to marshal are very concerned about this promotion.
Fortunately, Oscar did not keep them waiting for too long. On New Year's Day, the promotion ceremony was held in the palace.
At 9 o'clock in the morning, Imperial Army generals from the navy and air force gathered at the palace. In the hall, stars were shining brightly. If someone throws a bomb in the hall, it will probably cause heavy losses to the Germany* military community.
Of course, security is also very strict on such occasions. It's simply impossible to bring dangerous items like bombs in.
Before the ceremony began, Oscar delivered a speech, praising the Empire soldiers for their efforts and contributions so that Empire could win this war. If the soldiers had not fought desperately, it would have been impossible for the German Empire to win this war. Oscar admires these soldiers who are tenacious and fearless of death.
Next, comes the main event. Imperial Prime Minister Bülow began to read out the promotion list.
"Empire Field Marshal Count Tirpitz, the First Sea Lord, promoted to Imperial Marshal!" Bülow read loudly.
Previously, Tirpitz was the navy marshal. In recognition of his achievements in creating Imperial Navy, he was promoted to Imperial Marshal.
"Thank you Your Majesty!" Grand Admiral Count Tirpitz received the new marshal's scepter from Oscar's hand with excitement. You know, Imperial Marshal is already the highest military rank of Germany* soldier. Even Tirpitz cannot be unmoved by this. Fortunately, he finally realized this dream. Although, he will retire soon. However, he is very satisfied to be able to become Imperial Marshal.
"Minister of War and Chief of Staff Feng? Field Marshal Falkenhayn, promoted to Imperial Marshal!" Chancellor Bülow continued to read.
"Thank you Your Majesty!" Feng Field Marshal Falkenhayn was also very excited. Compared to Tirpitz, he is much younger. After becoming Imperial Marshal, he will not retire and will continue to be in charge of the Imperial Army for a long time. It can be said that in the Germany* military world, his glory has just begun.
So far, only the two of them are qualified to be promoted to Imperial Marshal.
Next, a large number of generals were promoted to the Empire* military marshals.
The first is Imperial Army. Most of the various legions of the Imperial Army, Commander, are qualified to be promoted to marshals. Except for Duke of Württemberg who participated in the coup.
Commander of the 1st Army Corps General Kluck, 2nd Army Corps Commander General Bülow, 3rd Army Corps Commander General Hutier, 5th Army Corps Commander General Dithfurth, General 6th Army Corps Commander Rupprecht****, 7th Army Corps Commander Commander General Lingen, 9th Army Corps Commander General Hindenburg.
These legions Commander were all promoted this time and became Marshal Imperial Army.
In terms of Imperial Navy, there are Admirals Commander of the High Seas Fleet Reinhard? Scheer who were promoted to Navy Marshals.
Although, Imperial Navy made a great contribution in this battle. But because of those generals, their previous military ranks were generally major general and lieutenant general. Even if he is promoted this time, he cannot be promoted to marshal in one step. Only General Reinhard? Scheer, whose previous military rank was general, was promoted to marshal this time.
As for Imperial Air Force, the one with the highest military rank currently is just Seeckt, and he has the rank of lieutenant general. It is obviously impossible to be promoted to marshal in a short time. Imperial Air Force has just been established and needs to make enough contributions. Otherwise, others will not be convinced.
Of course, Lieutenant General Seeckt will be promoted to general this time.
After the marshal promotion ceremony, a large number of generals were promoted to generals. Many lieutenant generals who have made contributions during this war will be promoted.
The representative figures among them are 8th Army Corps Commander Lieutenant General Ludendorff and the Air Force Commander Lieutenant General Seeckt. Navy Chief of Staff of the High Seas Fleet Vice Admiral Hipper and break-up Fleet Commander, expedition Fleet Commander Vice Admiral Spee. In addition, a large number of lieutenant generals will be promoted. If you add them all up, there are more than fifty people.
Of course, it doesn't seem like much. However, after all, general is the highest military rank besides marshal. There are so many promotions at once, which is already a lot. However, a large number of them are too old and their thinking cannot keep up with the development of the army. They will be transferred to a quiet place to retire. There will not be many people who can truly hold real power.
The promotion ceremony held in the palace is mainly for the promotion of the two military ranks of marshal and general. As for other lieutenant generals and major generals, they will be handed over to various military services. There are even more people involved in promotions to lieutenant general and major general. Oscar doesn't have that much time to promote them.
This promotion made the Empire* military generals very satisfied. Of course, where there are people, there will be disputes, and there are still many people who are dissatisfied because they did not get promoted. However, it is not mainstream and will not have much impact. Those people will basically not be in important positions.
On the second day of the promotion ceremony, Oscar announced the new appointment. Imperial Navy Commander of the High Seas Fleet Reinhard? Scheer Admiral becomes Imperial Navy Minister. And Imperial Marshal Count Tirpitz will retire from active service. The original Chief of Staff of the High Seas Fleet Admiral Hipper became the local Fleet Commander. Former Commerce Raiding Fleet, expedition general Fleet Commander Spee, served as Pacific Fleet Commander. Several other fleets have also successively appointed candidates for Commander.
At the same time, the Army also began large-scale adjustments. Many corps Commander who were promoted to Army Marshal retired from active service due to age. Young generals began to take charge of the new Army Group Commander. The army also began to reform in accordance with the requirements of Oscar.