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Chapter 557 Himmler's Shame
Chamberlain has come to an end on this road.It had informed Hitler about 32 hours ago not to act rashly and above all to maintain the hard-won peace in Europe.He even warned Hitler that if Germany dared to continue to use force against Poland, Britain would declare war.But there has been no reply, as the French ambassador to London, Charles Coppin, said in his report to Prime Minister Daladier the previous afternoon, Britain was worried that Hitler might deliberately delay replying in order to seize as much Polish territory as possible and wait until Danzig was taken. After the land is firmly in his hands, he can propose a so-called "magnanimous" peace plan.

In order not to fall into this trap, Halifax asked the French to consider that if Germany did not give a satisfactory answer within a few hours, the two Western powers would declare war on Germany.After the British cabinet made a clear decision, Halifax made a specific suggestion that the two countries jointly submit an ultimatum to Berlin in the middle of the night.But Daladier did not agree to take such a hasty step.

In fact, the divided French cabinet had to go through a lot of trouble last week before reluctantly deciding to fulfill France's obligations to Poland first.But when the British urged the French to deliver an ultimatum to Hitler, General Gamelin and the French General Staff hesitated.They believed that if the Germans attacked immediately on the Western Front, it would be France that would have to fight alone, without a single British soldier to support them.The General Staff insisted on waiting another 48 hours for an ultimatum in order to better mobilize the country.

While Britain and France were hesitating back and forth and arguing with each other, Chamberlain and Daladier received a secret telegram from China almost at the same time. The content of the secret telegram was the white plan that the German government would adopt.But unexpectedly, this telegram not only did not prompt the two heads of state to make up their minds, but deepened their fear of the German revolution.This plan is simply an impeccable and perfect plan of aggression. Even the veteran strategic research experts of the senior British staff were dumbfounded. The heads of state of the two countries were originally unwilling to be involved in this terrible war. What does their life and death have to do with them? The wartime mutual aid agreement signed with Poland has become even more insipid than fart. Chamberlain and Daladier had to re-examine their attitudes towards Germany.However, neither of them dared to disclose this secret telegram to the public, and almost everyone in the two countries was still kept in the dark.

At 6 p.m., Halifax called the British ambassador in Paris, Eric Phipps, and told him, "Britain cannot wait another 48 hours. His Majesty is deeply troubled by France's attitude."

Having said that, the situation in the UK has reached an untenable level. When Chamberlain stood up to speak in the House of Commons, most of the members, no matter which party they belonged to, felt extremely dissatisfied with the delay in fulfilling its obligations on the British side. patient.After listening to Chamberlain's speech, they could hardly restrain themselves.

Chamberlain told Parliament, "Britain has not received an answer from Berlin. Unless Germany gives an answer and promises to withdraw from Poland, Britain will take action. If the Germans do agree to withdraw, then Britain is willing to think that it recognizes Germany's present strength. Scope. At present, Britain is in contact with France on the time limit of the two countries’ ultimatum to Germany, and it is believed that a satisfactory result will be reached soon.”

Facing the imminent German tanks, the British House of Commons could no longer accept Chamberlain's delaying tactics.Lawmakers are calling for action.Arthur Greenwood, the leader of the Labor Party's provisional parliament, said indignantly, "At such a moment, Britain and everything it owns and the civilization of all mankind are threatened. I don't know how long we are going to hesitate. We should be like China. Just as bravely issued a war warning to *** and ***."

The House of Commons was so angry that Chamberlain was on pins and needles. He had to interrupt the heated debate to defend himself and said, "I will consult with Paris by telephone. It will take time to agree on opinions and actions." He went on to say, "If the House of Commons actually I am appalled that the statements I have made suggest the slightest wavering of either Ben or France. As far as I know, France is in a meeting at this time and will hear from them in a few hours. And I can assure you that tomorrow He has only one answer to the House of Commons, to convince everyone that I am telling the truth."

Facing the indignant members of the House of Commons, Chamberlain knew very well that the British people were very dissatisfied with him. At the critical moment of the country's life and death, his position was likely to be overthrown.

Chamberlain came out of the House of Commons and immediately called Daladier.The two wimpy leaders discussed for nearly an hour, and finally Chamberlain proposed a compromise plan. Since this secret message was sent by China, when the shadow of the Great War enveloped Europe, China should be asked to act as a mediator to dissuade the German government from Rush to start a war.Chamberlain proposed such a plan mainly based on two points: First, through the Eastern Aid Plan, China's industries spread all over Europe, and a war in Europe would not be a good thing for China.Second, it is hoped that China and Germany will completely collapse, and China will be involved in the European war. Britain and France can also reduce a lot of pressure.

Daladier immediately agreed to Chamberlain's proposal, and the two countries ordered the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to immediately send power to China, asking China to mediate.

Guan Xuqing soon received a telegram forwarded from Beijing to Pyongyang, and immediately understood the intentions of Britain and France. He thought that these two old foxes wanted to stay out of the matter at a critical moment. Of course it was impossible. He ordered the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to negotiate with Britain and France. , issued a mediation request to Germany in the name of the three countries, Britain and France saw that they could not escape, so they had to agree.

But two days have passed since the telegram, and there has been no response from Berlin. This makes Guan Xuqing feel a little strange. What is Hitler planning to do at this time?

Currently the most popular in front of Hitler is Heinrich Himmler, commander of the SS.This man, who looked very much like a bank clerk, became Hitler's closest and most valued collaborator in just over a year. most important person.

After receiving the mediation telegram signed by the heads of state of China, Britain and France, Himmler, the second leader of the Communist Party, felt that the matter was of great importance, so he immediately drove to Rastenburg, a city in East Prussia, Germany. He wanted to go to Hitler's stronghold "Wolf's Den" Meet the head of state.

The convoy came to a small town called Gerode in the east of Rastenburg, turned northwest from the small town and drove for a few hours, and saw a dense forest.Seen from a distance, this place does not attract people's attention at all, and no one would think that the **** demons would actually live in this place.

Himmler got out of the car, got on a single-track railcar and drove slowly into the depths of the forest. In the forest, more and more soldiers of Hitler's Guard Banner appeared on both sides of the railway.In order to reduce the attention from the air, there are no tall guard towers and anti-aircraft towers in the forest.

After traveling for about 15 minutes, the rail car stopped at a small station called Görlitz.After Himmler got off the car, he walked through two iron towers erected in the forest, and came to a small open space. In front of him was a huge entrance made of huge stones and concrete.This is the wolf den.

There are 54000 landmines buried in this jungle. Those who don't know the truth will be blown to pieces if they enter by mistake. Only Hitler, Himmler and a few senior government officials know this secret path to the wolf's lair. There must be someone to guide you here.

In Hitler's dark and dark office, Himmler handed over the telegram of the three countries to the head of state. Hitler touched his iconic mustache and said: "Britain and France are really cunning and want to bring China in, but China is not He will be fooled, he is just putting on a show this time, don't forget, there is another one on the other side of China who is watching."

"Yes, Your Excellency the Führer, I want to know your decision on this matter."

Hitler threw the telegram on the desk, wrote something at the desk, and said to Himmler: "Don't pay attention to Chamberlain and Daladier. The Munich Conference has proved that they are just two cowardly clowns, and they will not contribute to our plan. threaten."

"So what about China?" It seems that Himmler must get a specific answer from the head of state.

Hitler's pen stopped suddenly, thought for a moment, and said: "If you call back to China, write All Quiet on the Western Front!"

"Yes. Your Excellency, I also have bad news."

"what news?"

"Our white plan was intercepted and deciphered by Chinese intelligence agencies."

"What?" Hitler raised his head abruptly, two cold lights shot out from his wolf eyes, and even Himmler couldn't help but take two steps back.Hitler put down the pen in his hand, stared at Himmler and said, "What is your Security Police Headquarters for! Such an important thing will be deciphered by others, I think your secret police can go home." Hitler became obviously angry, and became Manic and restless like a hungry beast.

Himmler hurriedly said: "Your Excellency, this time it was my mistake, but the Chinese Security Bureau is the earliest and most complete intelligence organization in the world. During the First World War, the British tank design drawings were all destroyed They secretly stole"

"Don't find any reasons and excuses, I hate people who think they are smart!" Hitler roared.

"Yes. Your Excellency the Head of State, please rest assured that this time I will go out in person. If necessary, I will have a special meeting with the Chinese intelligence chief Zhao Bingjun. I will find a way to find out the real intentions of the other party, and at the same time show the other party the German security. The strength of the headquarters."

Only then did Hitler calm down a little, sat back on his chair, continued to write, and said to Himmler: "Please remember that ** is number one in the world in terms of military strength, intelligence organization, etc. If you If it is overridden by others, then there is no need for the General Security Bureau.”

"Yes."

(End of this chapter)