The British army built a fort on the north and south sides of Dayton. In the previous battle, the Continental Army did not aim its main target at Dayton. Therefore, these two forts did not suffer much damage.
After Monroe's order was issued, the British army tried their best to resist the Continental Army pouring into Dayton to provide cover for Monroe's retreat. On the other hand, Monroe also immediately sent messengers and ordered the troops in the northern fortress of Dayton to retreat.
The garrisoned British troops were ready to respond.
Monroe was ready to lead the army to retreat, but obviously the Continental Army did not want them to leave calmly. Washington gave the army a fatal order, that is, the British troops in Dayton must be cleared and no British troops could escape from Dayton.
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Late May 1794
The city of Dayton was captured by the Continental Army led by Washington. Monroe hurriedly fled to the fortress north of Dayton to hold on. After capturing Dayton, Washington was unable to advance for a while. After all, he did not capture the outside of Dayton.
Before the two fortresses were demolished, the advance was simply a fool's errand.
On the third day after Washington captured Dayton, Stewart, who was rushing to Dayton, also received an urgent letter from Monroe.
"Monroe, that idiot, he actually disgraced Dayton! He has reduced himself to the point where he has disgraced the brave British army!"
Stewart cursed fiercely.
"Order the army to stop marching immediately, and immediately send scouts to conduct reconnaissance at Dayton. Be sure to thoroughly find out for me the details of the rebellious gang in the Continental Congress!"
More than two thousand British troops who were marching stopped because of Stewart's order.
When the city of Dayton was captured by the Continental Army, Bruneck frowned while staring at the situation map hanging on the wall. On this situation map, the starting point and departure route of the Continental Army had been marked.
The deployment of British troops and the size of towns are also clearly shown on the situation map.
"It's unexpected that the Continental Army has expanded so fast! Scharnhorst, who do you think will have the upper hand in the current struggle between the Continental Army and the British Army?"
Bruneck asked the person standing next to him, and this person was Scharnhorst.
Among the younger generation generals in the Prussian army, who is the most respected by William? Then Scharnhorst can undoubtedly occupy the top three. You must know that among all the divisions of the entire Prussian army, who was previously responsible for
Scharnhorst of the 3rd Division of the Prussian Army was the youngest division commander.
Later, under William's deliberate promotion, Scharnhorst became the person in charge of the Prussian offensive in the Main River Basin, commanding three divisions of the Prussian army to attack the Main River Basin.
But later, because William officially appointed Dafilia as the commander-in-chief of the Prussian Main River Army. In this case, the young and successful Scharnhorst made trouble with Dafilia over certain issues.
It was a small conflict. Although there was no serious conflict between the two people on the surface, the back and forth between them was quite frequent secretly.
Under this situation, in order not to affect Prussia's expansion of the Main River, including the Rhine River Basin, and also out of the need to protect Scharnhorst. After Dafilia made great achievements in conquering Bavaria, Scharnhorst
Enghorst was transferred from the position of commander of the 3rd Prussian Division to the North American Colonies, where he served as commander of the 1st Division of the North American Colonies.
Although judging from the situation, it seems that William favored Dafilia in the secret fight between Scharnhorst and Dafilia, and even let his close and beloved general leave North America.
But in fact, the entire Prussian leadership knew that William's arrangement for Scharnhorst was not only not a disparagement, it was even a reuse.
Don’t forget that Bruneck in the North American colonies has been seeking to return to Prussia. Once William agrees to Bruneck’s return to Prussia, Scharnhorst, who has undoubtedly been in the North American colonies for some time, will become Bruneck’s successor.
Lünecke's best successor.
Before, in order to prevent Scharnhorst from being frustrated by his arrangement, William did clearly tell Scharnhorst the meaning behind this arrangement.
Looking at the senior Prussian generals, it can be said that there are very few generals who can be so favored by William. After this incident, everyone undoubtedly knows that within the next twenty years, Scharnhorst will definitely
Will occupy a place among Prussian senior officials!
As for the arrival of Shane, it can be said that Bruneke welcomed it with both hands. After all, Bruneke has been in the North American colonies for more than ten years. These ten years have certainly made Bruneke
Necker developed a certain affection for this land, but at the same time it also made Bruneck more eager to return to Prussia.
After all, with Bruneke's more than ten years of hard work in the North American colonies, William will arrange for him properly after returning to the country no matter what. Even if he cannot serve as the top leader of the Military Department and the General Staff, he can become a member of the Prussian military.
The first few characters are not difficult either.
Moreover, Bruneck knew very well the arrangements for Scharnhorst to come to North America to take over from him. After all, there was no reason for William to do this just because of the unspeakable relationship between Scharnhorst and Dafilia.
Because of the conflict, he cut off his arm and sent his cronies to North America.
In addition, with the arrival of Scharnhorst, Bruneck also received a secret letter from William.
In the letter, William asked Bruneck to teach Scharnhorst well and to make Scharnhorst familiar with various matters of the colony as soon as possible.
Reading between the lines undoubtedly gave Bruneck a huge hint.
Bruneck looked at the slightly younger Scharnhorst in front of him, feeling emotional in his heart.
You must know that Scharnhorst is only thirty-nine years old this year. Although Bruneck was only in his forties when he was sent to the North American colonies, when Bruneck thought about the man in front of him who was younger than himself,
When the seventeen-year-old was about to take over the responsibility of the North American colonies from his own hands, Bruneck still felt infinite emotion.
Talented people emerge from generation to generation, and a new generation replaces the old!
"Your Majesty the Governor, I think our previous plan should be changed. Washington is not a simple opponent, and the deployment of British troops in the Governor's District of Pittsburgh is quite scattered. Under this situation, I feel that not only can we not deal with it for the time being,
The Continental Army takes action, and we should also contact the Continental Congress!"
"Oh, tell me your reasons!"
Bruneck lit the cigar in his hand, took a deep breath and said to Scharnhorst.
After hearing Bruneck's words, Scharnhorst said calmly:
"Your Majesty the Governor, according to our intelligence, the main force of the British army is gathering towards Ohio. However, it is well known that although the number of British troops in Ohio is the largest among all areas under the jurisdiction of the entire Pittsburgh Governor's District, at the same time, in Ohio
In this state, the foundation of British rule was not solid. Even the original British expansion of Ohio was based on their seizure of Indian survival territories.
Therefore, in Ohio, the British did not occupy a geographical advantage.
Of course, if the British stick to Columbus, it may be a different situation, but according to our intelligence, the British Governor Stuart did not adopt the suggestion of sticking to Columbus, but ordered the mobilization of troops to take the initiative to destroy the Continental Army!
We all know that the basis of British rule in Ohio was Columbus, the capital city. Even when traveling from Indiana to Ohio, there was no way to bypass the city of Dayton where the British army deployed heavy troops.
But as long as Washington is willing, he can send a small army to bypass the defense line set up by the British army in Dayton and pounce directly on Columbus!
According to my estimation, the British will only leave an army of no more than 300 people in Columbus at most, plus the British despise the Continental Army. If I were Washington, then I would definitely send an army of 1,000 people.
The American army bypassed Dayton and launched a surprise attack on Columbus!
Even if Columbus cannot be conquered in one fell swoop, it will definitely put the British army in Dayton into a dilemma and be attacked from both sides!"
While Scharnhorst was speaking, Bruneck just listened quietly. After Scharnhorst finished speaking, Bruneck had burned nearly half of the cigar between his fingers.
"Scharnhorst, what you said does make some sense, but have you ever thought about it, no matter which side we are on in this war, our central purpose is still to fight for the interests of Prussia!
And even if it is true as you said, the British army is at a disadvantage, but what can we get in exchange for supporting the Continental Congress? Or what kind of benefits can it bring to the Kingdom of Prussia! Don’t forget,
The Prussian plan to emancipate the black slaves is, to a certain extent, completely contrary to Prussia’s interests!”
After Bruneck finished speaking, Scharnhorst replied with a serious face:
"Your Majesty the Governor, what you said is indeed very reasonable, but I think Britain is currently the largest country in the world. Even though the British army is not at the same level as Prussia, if the Continental Congress really caused the British
If people take it seriously, then it won't be long before the British will do everything they can to destroy the Continental Congress just like last time!
In this case, do you think the Continental Congress can withstand the British national power?"
"Of course not. If the Continental Congress really shocks the whole country in Britain, then I think it will definitely be the death of the Continental Congress. After all, the power of the United Kingdom cannot be resisted by a mere Continental Congress! So what do you think, why?
Will you propose a proposal to support the Mainland Congress?"
"Your Majesty the Governor, the enemy of our enemy is our friend! Our country and the United Kingdom have formed a situation of two tigers fighting each other in Europe. Under this situation, if Prussia wants to rise, it must completely overturn the big rock of the British.
turn!
Although the Continental Congress cannot resist the power of the British, why not do it for us if we can consume the strength of the British through the Continental Congress!
At present, nearly 11% of the British government's annual fiscal revenue comes from the North American colonies, which can be said to be quite high. Under such circumstances, we support the Continental Congress in defeating the power of the British Governor-General of Pittsburgh.
It even helped the Continental Congress capture most of the Governor's District of Pittsburgh. Even if the British mobilized an army to annihilate the Continental Congress in the future, I think most of the Governor's District of Pittsburgh would also be in ruins!
We support the Continental Congress. We only need to pay a small price to get us the power that would require tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of troops to achieve on the frontal battlefield. This deal is very cost-effective!"
After Scharnhorst finished speaking, Bruneck put out the cigar in his hand in the ashtray on the table in front of him and said:
"Scharnhorst, you are very good, and you are indeed worthy of His Majesty the King's regard for you. In this case, I want to leave this large colony in your hands, and I can rest assured!"
After saying that, Bruneck let Scharnhorst leave without waiting for Scharnhorst to say anything else.
Although there were still many questions in his stomach, and he was even confused by Bruneck's last words, after seeing Bruneck's actions, Scharnhorst silently left Bruneck.
Necker's office.
After Scharnhorst left, Bruneck immediately called an attendant and asked the attendant to invite the envoy of the Continental Congress into his office.
Brankov led 50,000 troops north to St. Petersburg, and the Russian towns along the way were in despair. After all, anyone with some foresight would know that the once glorious Romanov dynasty could not be real this time.
It's going to be doomed. Under such circumstances, there will naturally be very few foolish and loyal people.
The lack of sightseeing in the towns along the way not only made Brankov feel complacent, but even the troops under his command were filled with an optimistic atmosphere.
Among these rebels, it is not just the army that followed Brankov in the Black Sea. It can even be said that the veterans who raised the rebel flag in the Black Sea based on Brankov only account for half of the current rebel army.
, more soldiers were recruited after Brankov captured Moscow.
For these ordinary soldiers, they don't know what the righteousness of the monarch and his ministers is. They only know that Brankov has the upper hand at present, and the Romanov dynasty is now becoming the sun that is about to set and emit the dusk.
of sadness.
Under such circumstances, they are naturally willing to follow the stronger side to ensure that they can successfully obtain something they once longed for in the future.
Tongchuan in the south of St. Petersburg. This is the first line of defense deployed by Alexander to defend St. Petersburg. Of course, it is also the last line of defense, because behind Tongchuan is St. Petersburg.
The man stationed in Tongchuan is Bagration, the only famous general that the Russian Empire can count on at present, and under his command is the last and full strength of the Romanov dynasty, an army of up to 27,000 people.
After the news that Brankov led the army to the north reached St. Petersburg, the entire St. Petersburg fell into madness. Countless businessmen and nobles went crazy and began to move their families, while ordinary people who did not have the strength and ability could only
Stay at home and pray to God all night long, hoping that God will bless you for your safety.
However, Alexander, who stayed in the Royal Palace in St. Petersburg, was neither busy transferring property nor praying day and night like ordinary people.
Alexander was sitting in his office in a brand-new imperial tsarist uniform, handling state affairs.
Alexander knew that he had become the focus of the entire St. Petersburg's attention. At this moment, he could not mess up his position, otherwise, I am afraid that before Brankov's army attacks, the capitulation parties hidden in the city of St. Petersburg will
Sell him to Brankov.
The tsar hoped to stabilize the hearts of the people in St. Petersburg with his calm attitude. And this is indeed the case. After all, seeing that Alexander did not run away in a panic after learning that Brankov led the army to attack, first of all, St. Petersburg
The people's hearts in the palace stabilized.
Then the atmosphere in the palace also affected many St. Petersburgers.
But only Alexander knew that for him at this moment, even sitting in a chair was a huge torture.
Bagration was the last famous general in the empire. Alexander knew that his ability was not as good as Bagration, so he did not go to Tongchuan because he was afraid that he would suffer if he affected Bagration's performance after going to Tongchuan.
And although Alexander pretended to be calm in front of others, in fact only Alexander, Panning and a few less than ten people knew that Alexander was quietly transferring important treasures from the St. Petersburg Palace.
The Russian Empire's Baltic Fleet was still strong under Ushakov's efforts, which allowed Alexander to not worry about his retreat until St. Petersburg was breached. After all, it only took more than half an hour to get from the Winter Palace to the St. Petersburg Navy Station.
In order to prevent outsiders from discovering it, Alexander summoned dozens of soldiers through the three Guards generals who had always been loyal to him to pack the treasures accumulated by the Romanov dynasty over the past century in the palace, and then packed them into boxes over the years.
The treasures were transported to the battleships of the Baltic Fleet.
The Romanov dynasty's accumulation over the past century was very huge, and the Russian Empire was a predatory empire. This made the treasures in the Winter Palace's treasure house pile up like a hill.
It took three days for these valuable treasures to be packed and transported to the warships in the Baltic Sea. In order to prevent the Guards soldiers involved in transporting the treasures from leaking out, Alexander personally ordered the
All these Guards soldiers were sent to Bagration's command in the name of reinforcing the front line.