When the agreed time arrived, the Germans still did not receive any news from the military envoys, so according to the original plan, the Cypress Army was fully launched, and the seventh armored division first launched a tentative attack on the British position. ↑,

Speaking of fighting urban street battles, the German Army has accumulated a whole set of experience in France. For the British Guards, who are now limited to talking on paper, it is obviously a lot more clever. The establishment of the Royal Guards are all field infantry, and they receive positional combat training. In history, they have often used the royal family's minions to expand territory in various colonies or suppress uprisings and riots. Compared with the German Army, their advantage is that officers and soldiers are very familiar with the battlefield environment, after all, this is their own territory.

The No. 4 tank of the first battalion and four companies was the original model. The main armor was not strengthened like the G-type. The main gun was still the short tube of 75 mm, but these indicators are still sufficient to meet the current operational needs. In the absence of heavy artillery, this low-speed artillery is the strongest direct firepower provided to the Synchronists. The second place is the 80mm mortar carried by the battalion artillery.

The infantry of the Sixth Infantry Regiment were ready to attack, and the command expected that they should encounter fierce resistance from the British defenders. The commander must be mentally prepared, and there might be no small casualties.

As expected by the German command, as soon as the two forces contacted, the Germans fell into the dilemma of passive beatings. With their familiarity with the terrain, the British defenders launched attacks from various hidden firepower points on the German forces. Although the tanks were struggling to cover, the German assault infantry was still suppressed by the British crossfire on both sides of the street. The battle gradually developed towards white heat. The German infantry was under tremendous pressure and fell into a bitter battle.

As the armored force commander was initially worried, due to the limitation of the terrain, his tank couldn't even launch the line of fire. He could only rely on the solid armor to advance the opponent's artillery. The cunning British soldiers installed anti-tank guns in the buildings on both sides of the street. The British army piled up thick sandbags inside the house, and the anti-tank gun relied on a narrow gap to shoot out.

Although this artillery cannot penetrate the frontal armor of the No. 4 tank, it does not need to destroy it completely to stop the tank from advancing. After being continuously hit by dozens of shells, the leader's No. 4 tank finally destroyed one of the anti-tank bunkers. Just as it was about to turn to pick up the next firepower point, the continuously damaged track finally overwhelmed and broke at the position of the driving wheel. As the tank continued to advance, the track slipped on the street.

The driver found the vehicle was out of control. Quickly stepped on the brakes. The huge No. 4 tank collapsed in the middle of the road, blocking the street in half. The British anti-tank gunners were overjoyed and quickly concentrated their firepower on the other half of the road. They were ready to wait for the rabbit and wait for the next reckless German tank to appear. .

The German tank company commander is an experienced commander. How could he not know the British intentions? In his view, the purpose of this trial attack has basically been achieved. The Germans have not suffered similar failures, and there is no need to die with the other party. Fight badly. What should be done now is to quickly disengage from contact with the enemy, withdraw to the starting position, then adjust the offensive tactics, regroup and fight again.

The company commander reported the current situation to the headquarters via radio. Ludwig was not a muddy man. He immediately agreed to the company commander's request to evacuate.

Although the commander's permission was obtained, the German tanks could not just leave. Before the armored forces withdrew, they had to cover the German infantry from the front line. Compared with the tragic attack, the German retreat proceeded smoothly. The infantry began to evacuate the battlefield methodically under the double cover of tank guns and smoke. It is worth mentioning that despite the setbacks, the soldiers were not frustrated at all. These are elite warriors, who have been mentally stronger than tank armor plates.

The German infantry took all the wounded and part of the dead during the retreat, because some of the bodies of the sacrificed officers and soldiers were within the British line of fire, and they could only be left in the middle of the battlefield.

The first attack of the German army was repelled, and the morale of the British defenders was greatly boosted. They were on the German starting position. Can hear the cheers from the opposite side. However, the Germans were unmoved at all. If they couldn't even afford this little defeat, how could they qualify to be the elite of Cyprus.

As if nothing had happened, the legionnaires gathered the retreated troops step by step, gathered the dead bodies, and sent the wounded to the field hospital. At the same time, a new infantry offensive company began to form a group. The infantrymen counted their ammunition and weight and began to prepare for the next attack.

The British Royal Guard was a different scene. These soldiers, who were already arrogant, now almost lifted their noses to the sky. The British showed off their rare victory, and the soldiers scrambled to laugh at the embarrassing appearance of the German retreat. An argument quickly spread on the position, and the so-called invincible German Army was nothing more than that. They could only flee in front of the elite soldiers of the guard. The previous rumors on the market were all in vain. The Germans were able to win only because They have never encountered a decent opponent. The soldiers are not in the city because the Germans are strong, but because the friendly forces are incompetent.

Most of these officers and men were put into the army when they rebuilt the Lengxi Regiment. They have from their bones a pride that overrides other British troops. Lengxi Regiment, as one of the oldest troops in the British army, has a great reputation in the English countryside. These children and soldiers grew up listening to the legend about the Lengxi Regiment and were able to become members of this legendary army.

"It's really simple guys, but it's pretty good." In the regiment command post on the other side of the Thames, the current head of the Lengxi regiment, Vick, dropped his phone.

"Immediately report the situation here to the headquarters, and Your Highness will definitely be happy about it." Victor said to his adjutant.

"Observe, sir." The adjutant paid a respect for the military salute and turned and walked out of the office.

"This is a good start. To be honest, I didn't expect them to actually resist the first round of the German offensive." A middle-aged gentleman sat on the sofa in the corner of the office, he said to Victor with a smile. The man wore a black formal dress with gold silk cuffs, a red ribbon obliquely across the chest, and there were several shiny medals beside the ribbon.

"You are right, this is a good start, Sir Simon. Now it seems that we... at least the Lengxi Regiment can guarantee the task assigned by His Royal Highness and keep the defense line for twelve hours. If the Germans still maintain this kind of Offensive rhythm. We may be able to persist longer." Victor replied respectfully as he stood in front of Jazz.

"It would be better if this could beat the morale of the Germans and make them feel that the British army still has the power to fight. Then it will be of great help to our future plans. If it can make the Germans feel conquered this When countries may have to pay a very high price, they will tend to cooperate with us so that we can gain more say in negotiations.

If you can really exceed the task assigned by your Highness, I think your Highness will never forget your merits, how many schools Vick. I told you long ago. Loyalty to Your Highness will be the most correct choice you have made in your life. You are a wise man, unlike Clint’s stubborn guy, you will definitely fly to the top, major, I hope you can remember what I said today. "Sir Simon drew two cigars out of his pocket and handed one to Victor. The British major was flattered and hurried forward to take his two hands in two steps."

"Thank you very much, Sir, without your guidance. I'm still being used as a cannon fodder by them silly." Victor took out a match from his pocket and stroked Simon's cigar after paddling.

"Sir!" the adjutant's anxious voice rang at the door, and the young guard officer hurried into the room.

"I just received a call from the headquarters. The Germans had broken through the Welsh regiment's line of defense ten minutes ago. The Germans were crossing the Thames from Lambeth Bridge. A Welsh regiment battalion was annihilated. The remaining troops were heading towards Hyde. The park retreated, and we were ordered to hold the Westminster Bridge above, and never allow the German armored forces to cross the river from here.

"What, how could it be like this. This group of incompetent Welsh waste, don't they know that once we retreat, our entire flank is exposed to the Germans?" Victor hurried to the desk and checked. The map on the table.

"Not only the flanks. After the Lambeth Bridge, the Germans can go straight to Buckingham Palace. The guarding Buckingham area is the Guards Grenadier Regiment. I don’t know how long they can last. We have little time left. I’m going to go immediately. Meet Your Highness." Sir Simon stood up quickly. Holding a cigar, he sorted out the ceremonial saber hanging on the ribbon and on his waist.

"How many schools, Vick, you must hold on to the Westminster Bridge. This is related to the success or failure of our plan. In any case, we will not allow the Germans to go one step further. I believe you will not live up to the expectations of yours and Your Highness, I Will keep in touch with you." Simon said to Victor.

"Please be assured that the Cold Creek Regiment is different from the Welsh waste. All of them are tough guys. Even if we only have one soldier left, we will not let the Germans pass through our defense line." Victor replied loudly. At this moment, the phone on the table rang hurriedly, and Victor quickly reached up and lifted the receiver.

"How many schools are I Vic... what? I didn't get it, you say it again! When and how did it happen! ... How did you tell me before, I have ordered you... You have to do it anyway Take back the position to me, I don't care how many casualties you have... This is not the reason!...Reinforcement? I will mobilize a company to support you. Before that, you must hold the existing defense line. You know the consequences of unauthorized retreat, Captain, if I lose my position again, I will go to the front and shoot you!"

Victor dropped the telephone receiver fiercely, and then he reported to Simon with an awkward look.

"The Germans had just launched their second attack just now. They had occupied the outer positions of the Waterloo station. The infantry companies guarding the positions lost more than half. According to the front line commander, the first to break through the positions was a group of German SS soldiers. We are indeed directly opposite the German head of state."

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