At nine o'clock in the morning, Berlin time, the British ambassador in Berlin issued an ultimatum to the German government: If Germany does not immediately withdraw its troops attacking Poland by 11 o'clock in the morning, the two countries will be in a state of war from that time on.
Later, the French ambassador also submitted an ultimatum to the German government that was roughly similar to the British one. Hitler's attempt to use diplomacy to keep Britain and France out of the war failed completely.
When the Nazi leaders who were meeting in the conference room to discuss the frontline war situation learned of the British ultimatum, they looked at each other in shock and panic. Hitler was also filled with the emotion of failure. He sat motionless in the chair, staring at the ceiling with his eyes wide open.
Göring said dejectedly: "If we fail in this war, then we can only rely on God's mercy!"
Goebbels stood dejectedly alone in a corner, and most people in the conference room looked worried.
At this time, Reinhard Heydrich, who had long been deducing the political situation with his chief of staff, stood up:
"I'm sorry, what are you afraid of? From the moment we decided to attack Germany, we had no way out! Everyone knows that our party has gained the support of the people through continuous adventures and continuous successes. If we
If we choose to surrender, I believe that all of us here will soon be abandoned by the people, and it will not be so easy for us to enjoy the glory we have today!"
Heinrich Hillem snorted coldly: "Germany is now firmly in our hands. As long as we propagandize properly, we can transfer the people's hatred to Britain and France. Our party's ruling status will definitely
There is no possibility of being affected. If we go to war with Britain and France now, are we ready to accept the fate of defeat?"
Heydrich smiled coldly: "We have always won the support of the military because we have continuously led Germany to victory. I can guarantee that if we announce the withdrawal of troops now, the military will conspire to overthrow us in the next moment to gain the sympathy of Britain and France.
Thus, we can win real peace for Germany. What we have to do now is to firmly tie the army to our chariot, control the fierce horse of the Wehrmacht through continuous victory, and achieve our goals."
After hearing Heydrich's words, Hitler's mood recovered slightly, and he asked in an encouraging tone: "Dear Reinhard, can you tell me, can we be sure to deal with the attacks of Britain, France, and Poland alone?"
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"certainly!"
Reinhard Heydrich said confidently: "Our German army has always been armed in accordance with the latest military technology and ideas. According to the current strategic situation, we are fully capable of solving Poland within half a month, and then fully operate
The war with Britain and France. The British Army is currently stranded in Asia. Their domestic army needs to be reorganized. The number of troops that can be deployed on the European battlefield is almost negligible for us. As long as we defeat France, we will be the new overlord and head of state of Europe.
He will definitely leave his name in history."
Hitler stood up, paced back and forth with his hands behind his back, and slowly regained his confidence. He returned to the hosting position, clenched his fists with both hands, and said impassionedly:
"Reinhard is right, we are not afraid of fighting Britain and France! The Poles are a bunch of pitiful, accomplished, bragging guys. In fact, the British know this as well as we do. The British know the law of the strong.
When it comes to dealing with lower races, they can be our teachers. The Czechs and Poles, these have no
Lai, no better than the Sudanese and the Indians, whose recognition as sovereign nations is unheard of - simply because this time it was German rather than British interests that were at stake. The starting point of my entire British policy was
It was a fait accompli that both sides acknowledged, but now they want to nail me to the pillar of shame. It’s really despicable!
"I, Adolf, will never succumb to the pressure of Britain and France. If they want to fight, we will fight with them! The great German nation will never succumb to the threat of the Anglo-Saxons!"
"But--"
Hans Frank, Minister of Reich Irrelevant Affairs, National Leader of Legal Affairs of the Nazi Party and Dean of the German Academy of Law, said anxiously: "Adolf, once we reject Britain and France, there will be no turning back. Is the false honor really worth it?
Risking your life and future?"
Hitler stared at Hans Frank with wide eyes: "Frank, what nonsense are you talking about? The rise of the German nation is exactly the purpose of our party, and you actually want to betray it! Are you still a qualified party member? Let me tell you
, after occupying Poland, I wanted to appoint you as governor, but now you have no chance, Reinhard Heydrich is more in line with my taste."
Hans Frank looked at Reinhard Heydrich angrily and raised his head!
At this time, Ribbentrop stumbled into the conference room: "The time has passed. French Ambassador Coulund just handed me his credentials at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. From five o'clock this afternoon, France is forced to fulfill its obligations to Poland."
obligation to formally declare war on Germany. British Prime Minister Chamberlain announced in the House of Commons at 11 o'clock that Britain is now in a state of war with Germany...We have once again fallen into the state of being attacked on both sides in the last European War!"
Hitler waved his hand pretending to be calm: "What are you afraid of? This is what was expected. The dirty Poles cannot stop the advance of the German army at all. Our army has destroyed all Polish aircraft. Poland
The industrial areas in the west are about to be occupied by us. Germany can conquer Poland in a month at most, and then fully prepare for the battle with France! The humiliation imposed on Germany by the Treaty of Versailles will soon be completely wiped away!"
Ribbentrop was startled for a moment, then stopped talking and found a seat in the corner of the conference room to sit down.
"Now we are discussing how to deal with the threat from Britain and France! Who can tell me?" Hitler looked around and found that except Reinhard Heydrich who was eager to give it a try, everyone else lowered their heads and remained silent, greatly disappointed.
He was even more fond of Reinhard Heydrich, so he asked directly: "Reinhard, what do you think we should do?"
Reinhard Heydrich stood up: "In a short period of time, France will never be able to attack Germany. We have the advantage of the Siegfried Line of Defense. Even if the French army uses one million troops to attack, we will still be sure to defend the border. As long as
If we persist for a month, Poland will be captured by us.
"However, occupying Poland is only the first step for us to conquer Europe. Due to the lessons of the last European War, we must avoid fighting on two fronts. In other words, we must first kill France, which declared war on us, and then we can take care of other things.
In this case, we must not provoke the Russians, so I suggest building a defensive line in the border area between Poland and the Soviet Union and assuming a defensive posture. This can not only appease the Russians, but also show Britain and France that we are in the West.
determination to fight to the end.
"The main battlefield of the last war was in France. France suffered more heavy losses than us. I think they definitely don't want the same thing to happen again on French soil, and they definitely don't want to face a Germany that wants to fight bloody battles on the Western Front.
, This will lay the foundation for us to solve the problem at the diplomatic level. If diplomacy fails, it will not be too late to use force to solve the problem, so that we can shift the responsibility for provoking the war to them."
Hitler nodded repeatedly: "Dear Reinhard, what you said makes sense, and building a defensive line on the Eastern Front can also warn the Russians that we are already on guard against them, so that they will not try to make any small moves behind our backs."
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"Dear Head of State, you are absolutely right, you are so wise." Reinhard Heydrich flattered.
Hitler had already started thinking at this time: "So, the matter of building a defense line in the area bordering the Soviet Union has been decided. I think this defense line will be called the Eastern Barrier, Reinhard. If it is up to you.
You will surely do a great job as Governor of Poland, just as you did as Protector of Bohemia and Moravia."
Reinhard Heydrich said respectfully: "As you wish, my head of state. Now I have a question, what should we do next after we conquer France?"
Hitler's eyes shone: "Once France is defeated, the British will definitely negotiate peace with us."
"What if they don't make peace with us?" Reinhard Heydrich asked humbly.
"The general situation in Europe is set, why don't they negotiate for peace?" Hitler asked puzzledly.
"Why didn't they make peace? I think Napoleon must have had the same confusion as the Führer..." Reinhard Heydrich suddenly turned the question to Napoleon: "Back then, Napoleon had almost controlled
It invaded the entire European continent, but the British still resisted to the end. They devoted all their energy to organizing an anti-French alliance. Why is this?"
Hearing Reinhard Heydrich's question, Hitler fell silent. Everyone in the conference room listened attentively and were shocked by Reinhard Heydrich's knowledge.
"My respected head of state, the rules of this world are set by the British Empire. If we want to break the rules, we will face sanctions from the British Empire. And behind the British Empire, there is a rogue country watching closely.
It is very likely that we, this country, will secretly support the British in our war with the British, or even publicly stand on the side of the British and declare war on us." Reinhard Heydrich said cautiously.
Hitler couldn't help but be surprised: "Reinhard, are you talking about the United States?"
"That's right!"
Reinhard Heydrich said with certainty: "It's the United States. Don't forget that during the last European War, it was this rogue country's sudden entry into the war that tipped the balance of victory to the Allied Powers. This time once we fight with
If Britain is in a bitter war, they will definitely resort to their old tricks again."
Hearing Reinhard Heydrich's words, Hitler frowned: "You are the fifth leader of the Nazi Party that I accept as my destiny. Tell me, what should we do?"
"I believe that we should never reach out to the Soviet Union before we capture the United Kingdom. We must remain friendly with the Soviet Union, obtain Soviet resources, bomb British military facilities, seize Turkey and Persia southward, occupy British oil supply areas, and use
Eurasian Railway, obtain the oil supplies we need, and then consider landing on the British mainland. When all this is completed, the United States will have to consider the cost of participating in the war!"
With a look of admiration, Hitler looked around at the Nazi leaders in demonstration and said kindly: "Reinhard, you are the only one who understands my heart. Accompany me on the 'Führer's Train' in the evening to go to the Polish battlefield.
I need your wisdom to complete this historic victory!"
"As you wish, my Führer!"
Reinhard Heydrich said respectfully. At this moment, he felt happy and knew that he was one step closer to the top of power.