Age of Rebirth

Your Excellency, the Prime Minister, was as excited as if he had been beaten with chicken blood. The Italian party, government and military officials knew in their hearts that they could not dissuade you. What's more, the conditions offered by the Japanese are too tempting. If anyone is not tempted, then It's bullshit!

The Italians are living a very comfortable life now. There are no enemies outside the country, and there is a huge wealth inside that takes advantage of the European War. Behind him stands a boss who covers the world. The so-called quietness and thinking, Italians Now I feel like a nouveau riche, trying to show his existence and status, not daring to match the boss Germans, but at least half a head higher than the Japanese.

The sphere of influence in the European continent has been demarcated. The Italians do not have the courage and ability to change the reality. The North American continent is full of opportunities. Unfortunately, that is the stage for the boss Germans. At best, the Italians are just side drums and follow behind the boss Just pick something cheap.

Only in Asia and the Pacific region is full of opportunities. At least so far, no Western country has reached out there. In other words, the Asia and Pacific region is a blank space waiting to be developed or conquered. , the Germans have no intention of meddling, isn't it an opportunity for Italy?

If you want to sleep, someone will send you a pillow. The ally, the Japanese, spare no expense to invite you. The attitude is sincere, and the conditions offered are attractive. As for China, that ancient, decaying, and dying country, it seems that in modern times, Only the experience of being attacked by European and American powers and plundered by force, in the eyes of the Italians, China at the beginning of [-] was no different from that in [-].

There is also the Chinese Tang Qiuli who made the Japanese frightened. Maybe he just bullied the Japanese to the level of the war between Asian countries.Probably still stuck in the era of rifles, otherwise.Why do the Japanese spend high prices to purchase weapons and equipment from Italy?

The Italians are getting pissed off.And Prime Minister Mussolini's speech was full of temptation, "Everyone, this time Italy sent troops to assist its allies, the Japanese, is morally and responsible. I believe that in the near future, the war in Asia will be caused by Italy's intervention. After calming down, everyone present, there may be many people, will become the Governor-General who rules Italy's overseas colonies!"

"Resolutely support the decision of your Excellency the Prime Minister!" The Italian party, government and military leaders were so tempted by Mussolini's words that they made their blood boil. They seemed to see themselves living like kings in overseas colonies. "Italy sent troops to Asia, It is for our allies to resist foreign aggression. It is also Italy's unshirkable responsibility for the kingdom!" The officials shouted with enthusiasm!

Mussolini smiled, very complacently. He admired his eloquence very much, and he dismissed these party, government and army officials in a few words.The desire hidden in the heart is fully stimulated, the feeling that everything is in hand.It was wonderful indeed, and he enjoyed it!

From the Italian government to Congress.They all agreed to send troops to help the Japanese, the next thing.As a matter of course, Mussolini issued an order to the commander of the Italian North American Expeditionary Force, "The Government of the Kingdom of Italy authorizes you to assume the post of Commander of the Asian Expeditionary Force, with full authority to command and assist the Japanese in resisting Chinese aggression. All combat matters , and no later than January [-], the Asian Expeditionary Force will enter the Japanese mainland!"

Mussolini's plan was very shrewd. On the North American battlefield, the German army and the United States and Canadian forces fought inextricably in the eastern and northeastern regions of the United States. The fronts were stalemate for several months. In a short period of time, look If there is no sign of loosening, it is possible for this war to last for three to five years.

The Germans fought bloody battles with the Americans and Canadians, but the Italian North American Expeditionary Force was all deployed in the rear, doing some things to guard the logistics supply points and maintain the safety of the communication lines. So, why not go to Japan to reap the benefits.

In Mussolini's heart, he still had a lot of resentment towards Marshal Rommel, the commander of the German South American Army Group. This arrogant guy did not allow the elite troops of the Kingdom of Italy to participate in front-line combat!

Although during the North American War, Mussolini made up his mind to play soy sauce, but he also knew that if the Italian army did not fight a few decent battles, it would definitely suffer when the interests of North America were divided up after the war. Therefore, Rommel's move is tantamount to blocking the Italians' money.

Now, with a new source of income, Mussolini will naturally not hang around behind Rommel's ass. Of course, he must not offend the Germans.

While Mussolini gave orders to Admiral Feisald, the commander of the Italian North American Expeditionary Force, he also gave him a private telegram, telling him, "As for how to explain to Rommel, Italy mobilized all its troops on the North American battlefield. , to assist the Japanese, that is your own business, how to put it, it depends on your ability!"

Admiral Feisald, the commander of the Italian North American Expeditionary Force, was very angry. Not only was his army sent to guard the warehouse by Rommel, but also a small colonel of the German army. When he saw him, the kind of contempt He also made no secret of it, why, didn't he just lose a battle in the city of Phoenix in the western United States!

Now, with the opportunity to get rid of the object of ridicule, or to help the Japanese as a savior, General Feisald is a little impatient. Without delay, I immediately drove to the city of Topeka in the central part of the United States, where the headquarters of the German South American Army Group is located, to see the commander, Field Marshal Rommel.

After meeting Rommel, General Feisald told the Germans directly, "The Italian North American Expeditionary Force Command received an order from Your Excellency Prime Minister. In order to fulfill its obligations to its Asian ally Japan, all units of the expeditionary force, We must immediately go to the Japanese mainland, and all the tasks that the Italian army is currently undertaking can only be handed over to the German army on the spot!"

Simple and direct, but also tough enough, Admiral Feisald is already mentally prepared to have a big fight with this arrogant German guy. The reason for his tough attitude is to tell Rommel, whether you agree or not, Italian troops will go!

Unexpectedly, Marshal Rommel was not angry or surprised at all, and he did not mean to obstruct, but said lightly: "Since it is the order of your prime minister, I have no right to interfere. The Italian army has the right to act independently and free!"

In a word, take it easy, you Italians can do whatever you like. Marshal Rommel's straightforward attitude made the exhausted General Feisald feel at a loss, and he still had a deep feeling. Confused, he didn't believe that Rommel would be so eloquent?

Looking at this somewhat dazed Italian general, the corner of Rommel's mouth raised a slight arc, and he simply tried to save face, and then said: "You go to help another ally of ours, I personally admire it very much. , General Feisald, do you still need our German army to provide help within our ability?"

Only then did Admiral Feisald believe that Rommel had no grievances, so he said truthfully: "Enough troop carriers and escorting fleets are needed!"

"Okay!" Rommel agreed, and said: "Your request can be met, but only in the North American battlefield, the Italian army has everything! The German army can only provide you with transport ships !"

Enough is enough. Italy has more than 10,000 warships of various types on the North American battlefield. Escort is not a problem, but it is a transport ship that transports [-]+ troops. Since Rommel promised to help, this problem will be solved.

Regarding Rommel's generosity, the very gentleman General Feisald also reciprocated, saying very sincerely: "Marshal Rommel, you commanded the great German army in the North American battlefield and beat the Americans and Canadians hard. , I went to Japan on the other side of the Pacific Ocean to help our allies resist the Chinese aggression, it is the same way, I believe that in the near future, I can hear the news of your victory!"

Rommel's smile became more and more intense, and he said politely: "I look forward to the triumphant return of His Excellency Feisald in Japan in Asia!"

"It will definitely!" Admiral Faisald was full of confidence, "Those backward and ignorant Chinese are vulnerable!"

Seeing the back of Admiral Feisald leaving like a cockfight, Marshal Rommel could only shake his head and smile bitterly. He admired the courage of Italy. Similarly, he also mourned in advance for what happened to the Italians. Feisald even All the Italians don't know or understand China, and the vice-chairman General Tang Qiuli who holds the actual power in China.

But Rommel knew and understood that he did not have many intersections with Tang Qiuli, but he knew that this young and even elegant Chinese, in the war between Germany and Britain, and the war against the Soviets, It is no exaggeration to say that it played a huge role in saving at least three to five years for Germany to conquer the British Isles and the Soviets, not to mention saving the lives of many German soldiers!

With your God-like military and political wisdom, His Excellency the Head of State has a disdain for the world, he would rather offend the Japanese allies than Tang Qiuli, the Chinese, and even flatter you. It was Tang Qiuli who was afraid.

Now, the Italians have come to find Tang Qiuli, who is even feared by the head of state. Rommel has already predicted the result, but he has no obligation or responsibility to remind the Italians, let alone the Italians I won't believe my own words either!

For Rommel, the departure of the Italian army from the North American battlefield was a very comforting thing. It was like removing a piece of plaster stuck to his body. The role of Italian soldiers on the North American battlefield was not to help the German army. Team combat, but a burden.

(to be continued) (to be continued...)