On the evening of January 19, Oscar did not return to the palace, but stayed in the war room of General Staff Headquarters to listen to the battle reports from the front line.
"Your Majesty, the bad weather conditions have had some impact on the actions of our troops. However, whether it is within the Empire or Austro-Hungarian Empire, the traffic conditions are still good. It's better. So, the rain and snow weather won't have much impact on us. However, if we switch to Eastern European Plain, it will be a big problem." Minister of War and Chief of Staff Field Marshal Falkenhayn said.
Oscar nodded, launching a large-scale military operation in the cold winter is indeed very risky. Fortunately, both Germany and Austro-Hungarian Empire can be regarded as industrially developed countries, and the transportation conditions are relatively good. Therefore, German military is able to carry out military operations in winter. In addition, German military's logistical support is far stronger than that of other countries. Whether it's clothing to keep out the cold or fuel for heating, there's plenty of supply. Ensure that the troops have no worries while marching and fighting. If it were other countries, the cold in winter alone would be enough to increase the non-combat attrition of the troops to a very terrifying level.
"Your Majesty, now the 3rd Army and the 5th Army have all entered the territory of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The Austro-Hungarian Army has put up almost no resistance. However, due to the influence of the weather, the troops have only advanced 20 kilometers. At this speed, it is estimated that it will take about ten days to advance to Vienna! The 6th Army and the 7th Army are also advancing very fast in the Kingdom of Bohemia. Thanks to the cooperation of the Grand Duke of Bohemia, the troops in the Kingdom of Bohemia, Most of them have laid down their weapons, and only a small number of troops continue to resist. That part of the army is already surrounded by us. Our troops are rushing towards Austria to cooperate with the 3rd Army and the 5th Army to attack the Austrian Army. As for the 9th Army, it continues to serve as a reserve force. However, when the Austro-Hungarian Empire has collapsed and other countries do not support Austria, the 9th Army does not need to go to the battlefield." Marshal von Falkenhayn continued.
The current situation can be said to be very good. It was only the first day of the war, and German military felt as if he had entered an uninhabited land. More importantly, the countries of the Austro-Hungarian Empire have switched sides or remained neutral. This leaves the huge Austro-Hungarian Empire, leaving Austria alone. You know, without the support of those countries, if only Austria is left, their strength will only be equivalent to a little more than 30% of the Austro-Hungarian Empire at most. Originally, Austro-Hungarian Empire was not as powerful as Germany. Now, only Austria is left, and Germany can crush them at will.
In Feng Field Marshal Falkenhayn's view, dispatching four armies to destroy Austria is more than enough.
"The current situation is very favorable to us. Our enemy only has Austria people left. Not only does their army have low combat effectiveness, but their fighting will is also very fragile. It seems that we will be able to defeat them soon!" Oscar said very optimistically.
"However, in terms of time, we need to be as fast as possible. Find a way to provide more Truck to the front line to further increase the daily advancement speed of the troops. Best, advance to Vienna within a week. As long as Vienna can be captured, then Austria will be over. This battle will be over!" Oscar said.
He hoped that the battle would end as soon as possible. In this way, not only could the losses of the troops be reduced to a minimum, but the supplies would also be consumed to a minimum. More importantly, the demise of a big country so quickly is undoubtedly a great shock to other countries in the world.
"Yes, Your Majesty." Feng Field Marshal Falkenhayn nodded.
Among the German Army, there are undoubtedly a large number of Truck equipped. Although it is not yet to the point where troops march directly on Truck, at least they use Truck for transporting supplies, towing cannons, etc. As for mules and horses, there are very few of them among the German Army. The cavalry unit has also been almost eliminated. After the appearance of Armored Forces, the function of cavalry has been extremely weakened. Except for the ceremonial cavalry that still exists, the field cavalry units have been almost abolished.
Feng Field Marshal Falkenhayn has decided to transfer Truck from other troops, or even recruit Truck directly from the civilian population, in order to further increase the advancement speed of the troops. Even if the daily propulsion speed can be increased by ten kilometers, it will be able to meet the requirements of Oscar.
"Where's the navy?" Oscar asked.
This military attack on the Austro-Hungarian Empire is not just a matter for the army, the navy also has a mission. In fact, the Navy's task is not small.
"Your Majesty, Imperial Navy Mediterranean Fleet have entered a state of emergency combat readiness. We have deployed some submarines and light warships in the border waters of the Adriatic Sea and Mediterranean Sea to detect The movement of Austro-Hungarian Empire Navy. The seaplane taking off from Sicily is also focusing on investigating this area. Once Austro-Hungarian Empire Navy is dispatched, we will know immediately." Reinhard? Admiral Scheer said.
Oscar nodded, Adriatic Sea's terrain was indeed very unfavorable for Austro-Hungarian Empire Navy. Once a war breaks out, Austro-Hungarian Empire's navy must leave Adriatic Sea. Otherwise, it will be blocked inside.
"Imperial Navy Home Fleet and Indian Ocean Fleet are on their way to the Mediterranean Sea. It is expected that Home Fleet will be able to enter Mediterranean Sea in two days, while Indian Ocean Fleet will take three days!" Reinhard? Admiral Scheer said. This is because Indian Ocean Fleet acted in advance. Otherwise, it would have taken a long time to reach Mediterranean Sea.
"Imperial Navy Atlantic Fleet has also stepped up its alert. If American Navy dares to get involved in this war, Atlantic Fleet will resist them. In addition, Imperial Navy's Carrier Fleet have all entered Atlantic Ocean on standby. The strength of six aircraft carriers plus Atlantic Fleet is enough to bury American Navy!" Reinhard? Admiral Scheer is very confident in this.
Oscar nodded with satisfaction, Empire Army and Navy has been progressing smoothly so far. It can be said that Empire has already secured victory in this battle. It won't be long before Empire can once again win a great victory that shocks the whole world.