Chapter 183 The Soviet God of War appears, the 1941 Red Square Parade!
A new day has arrived.
The sky has not yet appeared.
Qin Dynasty.
Ying Zheng personally ascended the altar.
This 20-meter-high altar is built entirely with huge bluestones, and its appearance presents a simple and solemn style.
This is the new altar built by Ying Zheng specifically for praying to the sky.
Ying Zheng usually asked wizards to perform sacrifices.
But this time, Ying Zheng came in person, just for the hope of seeing a new day under the sky.
See follow-up to Germany's attack on the Soviet Union.
Although Ying Zheng knew that seeing the subsequent content would probably be of no help to the current Qin Dynasty.
But Ying Zheng was out of personal curiosity.
Still want to see it.
What boy can resist discussing war?
Ying Zheng was no exception.
Ying Zheng wanted to see why the Soviet Union did not surrender when most of its military forces were almost destroyed by Germany?
What are you going to use to fight Germany?
Han Dynasty.
Huo Qubing was also waiting for the sky curtain with great anticipation.
The small table was set and the wine was poured.
Huo Qubing said excitedly: "If the sky curtain today continues to talk about the German army, it is estimated that the German army will take Moscow!"
"But the Soviet Union is indeed very tenacious. I guess they won't surrender even if they lose Moscow, right?"
"Look at how Guderian blitzed Moscow!"
And soon.
A new sky appeared.
With the familiar roar of German motorcycles and the exciting background music.
The ancients smiled.
Because everyone knows.
Today the Great Patriotic War begins!
[In September 1941, the German Army Group Center received an order to attack Moscow.]
[The largest armies of both sides are about to fight in the heart of the Soviet Union! ]
A city in the morning light appeared in the picture.
Alarms blared in the city.
There are also many strange oversized sky lanterns floating in the sky above the city.
The streets were littered with barricades.
The simple picture outlines a city in war.
[In September 1941, Moscow was shrouded in the shadow of war.]
[Anti-aircraft guns are pointed skyward, and gray anti-aircraft balloons are floating in the wind above the city.]
[The streets and alleys are full of roadblocks and anti-tank facilities, and the windows are tightly covered with anti-shatter tape. ]
【Night falls, and the city falls into a silent darkness.】
[An air defense poster warned citizens that lights would become targets for enemy bombing.]
[On the evening of July 1941, 7, one month after the war began, the German army launched the first round of bombing on Moscow.]
[German pilots wrote in their diaries: The Soviets had insufficient anti-aircraft guns and lacked searchlights, anti-aircraft balloons, and night fighters.]
[However, the Soviet Union soon significantly strengthened Moscow's air defenses.]
[A large number of anti-aircraft artillery formed a powerful firepower network. ]
[The tandem anti-aircraft balloons could rise to an altitude of 4500 meters, forcing the German army to increase its flight altitude to avoid balloons and anti-aircraft nets, thus sacrificing the accuracy of the bombing.]
【Thanks to the time gained in the Battle of Smolensk and the Battle of Kiev. 】
[The German army did not officially begin its attack on Moscow until September 1941, 9.]
[But at this time, the land in Eastern Europe entered a period of muddying, and the roads were muddy and difficult to travel. ]
[The German mechanized forces encountered unprecedented difficulties.]
【So the German army chose Bryansk as its offensive route.】
[As a prelude to the Battle of Moscow, the German army once again won a great victory in Bryansk. ]
[But the slurry period has completely arrived, and the German advance has begun to lose strength. ]
【Then winter began again, the coldest winter in more than a hundred years.】
[General Ni and General Dong, the two generals most feared by any enemy attacking Russia, are now online! ]
【The German army is facing unprecedented difficulties.】
Han Dynasty.
Liu Che looked at the picture given by the sky.
Cooperate in narration.
It was judged that the German army had reached the end of its strength.
"The German army is indeed showing great strength, but it is time to stop."
"The roads are difficult to navigate, so the German army cannot make full use of its advantages."
"Qubing, your idea of the German army attacking Moscow should not happen."
"From the time the German army began its attack to now, the German army has been attacking continuously for several months."
"Even the most sturdy troops need to take a break."
Huo Qubing naturally realized that the German army was facing unprecedented difficulties.
But Huo Qubing didn't think the German army would stop.
Most military generals did not dare to discuss matters with the emperor.
But Huo Qubing had a very close relationship with the emperor, so there was no need to worry.
Huo Qubing said: "The Soviet Union's strategic depth is very large, and its ability to recover its combat power is also very strong."
"The German army has now reached the most critical moment. They must grit their teeth and continue to attack."
"Even if the risk of continuing the attack is great."
"And I think that perhaps the German momentum has weakened."
"But the Soviet Union is definitely worse!"
"At this point when both sides are exhausted, the German army's fighting spirit can definitely support it!"
It seemed to verify what Huo Qubing said.
Tianmu also began to continue the story.
[The German army did encounter difficulties.]
【At the same time, the morale of the Soviet army also fell into a serious depression. 】
[The failure of the Vyazma-Bryansk campaign dealt a severe blow to the morale of the Soviet army, and the reserve forces outside Moscow were stretched to the limit.]
[Even students from the military academy went directly to the front lines.]
[In order to defend Moscow, the Soviet Union set up a new line of defense. ]
[But it failed to play the role it should have, and its strength was completely insufficient. ]
【Seeing that the German army's path to Moscow was unimpeded, the Soviet Union urgently needed a firefighter. 】
【Stalin recalled Zhukov who was surrounded in Leningrad.】
【Zhukov was given the task in times of crisis! 】
【But Zhukov was also frightened by the dire situation. 】
[The defense line is incomplete, there are no reserves, and the morale of the army is low. ]
Zhukov came to a simple but terrifying conclusion:
[The defenses on the Western Front had been virtually destroyed, and there was no reserve force to fill the resulting huge gap.]
【All roads leading to Moscow are practically unobstructed.】
[When Zhukov took office, there were almost no reserves, and this was the first batch of reserves he had.]
[He was checking the positions while gathering the defeated soldiers along the way, and he conjured up the illusion.]
【At this time in Moscow, government departments, foreign embassies, and many companies were closed or evacuated. 】
[The subway system was closed and planned to be blown up to prevent the German army from using it.]
【The store is no longer open.】
[The crowd evacuated further east.]
【Under the active activities of spies and saboteurs, many stores were looted and order in the city began to collapse. 】
[The internal security forces declared martial law throughout the city and restored order.]
[In order to stabilize people’s hearts, they also promoted the concert of the female star Orlova with great fanfare…]
[On the outskirts of Moscow, Zhukov put out fires everywhere and rebuilt the defense line, blocking the first round of German attacks, and mobilizing the entire city to build a new defense line. ]
...outside the sky.
Huo Qubing said: "This Soviet general named Zhukov seems to be quite good."
"To put out fires when the enemy is in dire straits."
"We can also gather the defeated soldiers and build a new line of defense."
"He is a talent who can step up in critical moments and quickly stabilize the defense."
"But it is clear that Moscow is in a precarious situation."
"Zhukov may be good, but he is not good enough to turn the tide."
Song.
Zhao Gou pointed at the poster of the female star on the sky curtain and sneered.
"Haha, this Soviet military government is running fast enough."
"The important departments were withdrawn, but the female celebrity was left behind to calm people's hearts. This is too cowardly!"
"Some people always praised the Soviet Union, saying that the Soviet Union's firm will to resist the powerful enemy Germany is worth learning from."
"Now? It's still not the same!"
"I can't beat him, I just can't beat him!"
"In my opinion, it would be better for Stalin to surrender, cede the European part to Germany, and keep the Asian part of the Soviet Union himself!"
Many ancient people believed that it would be difficult for the Soviet Union to resist next.
Unless Zhukov can perform against all odds.
As a result, Zhukov described on the sky curtain really performed against all odds and stabilized the situation in the chaotic battle.
[Zhukov clearly commanded combat units at all levels to defend strictly and launch counterattacks from time to time. ]
[The first batch of German tanks advanced in two columns on the road to Moscow.]
[But when the German tanks reached the deep valley, the ambushing Soviet gunners opened fire, and the entire German tank column was annihilated.]
[There are 4 French volunteer battalions in the German army.]
[German Field Marshal von Kluge gave a speech, using Napoleon's capture of Moscow to inspire the French army.]
[As a result, the French army performed poorly and was completely defeated without even being able to stop a wave of Soviet offensives.]
Inside the skylight, I saw in the barrage that the French Legion was specifically mentioned in the documentary.
The air was instantly filled with joy.
《This is a delicious French dish.》
《France in World War II, give me your breasts!》
"This Kruger is the same, he brings up all sorts of issues that are not relevant to the topic."
"Napoleon occupied Moscow, but what happened next?"
《Although, it's too bad to send it in one round.》
The atmosphere in the tent was cheerful.
But the ancient people outside the sky were a little confused.
"This capital of the Soviet Union is not something that can be easily conquered."
"Who is that Napoleon mentioned on the sky curtain?"
"He was able to capture Moscow. Could he be a master?"
Many ancient people wrote down the name Napoleon.
But there is no time to think about it now.
Canopy.
[The German Army's ace "Reich" armored division launched a fierce attack, but only advanced 300 meters. The entire division suffered heavy losses, and most of the commanders were either killed or injured.]
【After the reinforcements arrived, the German army intensified its offensive. 】
【The Germans made some progress.】
【But then the stalemate returned. 】
[As the German army suffered repeated tug-of-war battles, casualties soared. The first batch of German troops ordered to attack Moscow were no longer the object of envy.]
[When the war reached the beginning of November, Zhukov not only stabilized the front line. 】
[The fortifications at all entrances to Moscow were further strengthened.]
[Zhukov carried out the order of "not retreating a single step" ruthlessly and resolutely.]
[The commander and political commissar of the 133rd Infantry Division were shot for not following orders to hold their ground.]
[This execution was announced to the entire army.]
At the end of Ming Dynasty.
Chongzhen watched Zhukov planning his strategy on the sky screen.
Said with great envy:
"Hard work! Zhukov is a handsome talent!"
“He did a great job!”
"He managed the situation when the army was defeated and managed the entire army with strong measures."
"Why don't we have such a talented general who can save the country from collapse?"
"Alas, it's a pity that the Ming Dynasty has lost many famous generals and few of them are useful."
"Otherwise, if I had a talent like Zhukov, why would I worry about the mere bandits and Tartars?"
"Why, as the great Emperor of the Ming Dynasty, I have no loyal talents worth using?"
Chongzhen sighed and continued to look at the sky.
On the canopy.
【Don't take a step back! 】
【This order applies to everyone! 】
[Soviet leader Stalin decided to stay in Moscow while organizing the transfer of other important agencies.]
【Let the people see that the country’s leaders are with them. 】
【And made a decision that shocked the world. 】
[The Soviet Union will continue the Red Square parade on November 11 as usual.]
【The location is in Moscow. 】
[The situation at that time was that the Battle of Moscow was at its most critical stage, and the city was under the attack of the German army.]
[The German vanguard could even see the red star on top of the Kremlin through a telescope.]
[German bombers could bomb Moscow at any time, turning the military parade into a disaster.]
[So when Stalin said that the Red Square parade would be held as usual this year, everyone else was stunned.]
[The city defense commander said: All the troops are at the front line, fighting day and night. There are no troops on parade in Moscow right now! ]
[Besides, the German bombing could turn the military parade into a disaster! ]
[Stalin just said coldly: You don’t understand the political significance of the military parade enough.]
【Let’s get started. 】
[Cavalry commander Budyonny also strongly supported the military parade and said that he would have his cavalry unit fully cooperate. ]
[So the parade was prepared in secret.]
[Even the commanders of the troops participating in the review were not notified.]
[The soldiers were fully armed and loaded with live ammunition, but they didn't know they were going to participate in the parade until the last minute.]
[The soldiers, without rehearsal, marched through Red Square under the leadership of their commander and were reviewed by their leader.]
[Twenty-eight thousand Soviet officers and soldiers, marching in non-standard steps.]
【Fatigued by the long journey, he passed through the square with dust on his face but high morale.】
[Stalin delivered an inspiring speech:]
【Calling on the people of the country, "Under the banner of Lenin, march towards victory!"】
At this time, Tianmu also specially projected a classic photo that has been passed down through the ages.
[From the perspective of the artistry of the military parade, this was the most disgusting military parade in Soviet history.]
[Many new recruits can't even march.]
【But it was also the greatest military parade in Soviet history. 】
[The soldiers who came from all over the country to defend the capital shocked the whole world! ]
[Its significance is no less than the victory of a major battle! ]
[The entire parade lasted only 20 minutes.]
[The soldiers armed with live ammunition disappeared from the Red Square. ]
[A few hours later, they appeared on the front line of the Battle of Moscow.]
[Many never came back.]
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