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Berlin
The First Infantry Division stationed
Jürgen Second Lieutenant is standing guard at the entrance of the The First Infantry Division with full concentration, accompanied by Lieutenant Ralph.
The guy who almost shot Strasser ultimately decided to stay in the barracks to look after his former Platoon Leader's younger brother. The newly appointed commander, Bock, was afraid that this reckless lieutenant would cause trouble again, so he assigned him a position with little responsibility. "Ralph, if you just admit your previous mistakes, I believe the commander won't make things difficult for you."
Jürgen, who was on duty, watched Ralph performing his duties meticulously and wanted to offer him some guidance. In fact, with their ranks, neither of them needed to stand guard. However, Bock specifically arranged this position for Ralph, and out of years of friendship, Jürgen also requested to stand guard at the door.
Thus, the First Division became the only division among the National Defense Forces where even the Platoon Leader and company commander were assigned to stand guard.
"Are you saying that joining the ethnic group and swearing allegiance to that Strasser? I will not do that," Ralph said with a grim expression, staring straight ahead.
"Why not? Isn't the treatment given to us by the leader good enough? Not only did he pay off all the previously overdue wages on behalf of the government, but the weapons and equipment of our First Division were also given priority for replacement. The new uniforms of the National Defense Forces are so handsome, I see other divisions without them are very envious of us."
Jürgen proudly said that he was truly grateful to Strasser because Strasser had fulfilled the promises he made to the First Division. The National Defense Forces are currently on the path of expansion; although revenge against the Anglo-French seems unlikely, Jürgen knows that day is not far off. Ralph was somewhat at a loss for words, as he knew Jürgen was speaking the truth.
If Strasser is untrustworthy, then the First Division would not have so many people joining the ethnic group Labour Party; those who did not join have instead become outcasts. He realized he seemed to have no reason to blame Strasser. Ralph is now somewhat confused; he does not know if he opposes the war because of the loss of his comrades or because of Germany's defeat.
At this moment, a military car came speeding down the winding mountain road from a distance. This modified car clearly had better traction, as it maintained stability even as the driver navigated aggressively, eventually coming to a smooth stop at the entrance to the The First Infantry Division base. Two men got out of the car, one wearing sunglasses and dressed stylishly.
A blond-haired, blue-eyed, handsome man, it was Coy and Heidrich.
"Stop! Please show your identification."
Ralph stepped forward and gestured for Coy to show his pass, because from their attire, these two guys were obviously not soldiers from The First Infantry Division.
Coy took out a document from his pocket and handed it to Ralph, who immediately stood at attention and saluted after reviewing it.
"Hello! Major Coy! Lieutenant Ralph from the Logistics Department of the First Infantry Division sends his regards to you."
For the sake of convenience in his work, Strasser promoted Coy to the rank of Major after taking office and assigned him to the First Infantry Division.
Although I have no real power, I can avoid a lot of unnecessary trouble.
"Huh? Are there still non-party member officers and soldiers in The First Infantry Division?" Coy raised an eyebrow as he looked at Ralph, who did not salute.
To know, the First Infantry Division was the first unit of the National Defense Forces that Strasser rose to prominence with. After the Coup of 18 Brumaire, the First Division served as a strong support for the ethnic group and the Labour Party, effectively sealing off all of Berlin, making significant contributions. Strasser also did not neglect his old subordinates.
Although he no longer served as the Commander of the First Infantry Division after being promoted to Commander-in-Chief of the National Defense Force, he continued to take care of the First Infantry Division. All the soldiers who steadfastly followed Strasser received awards and promotions. Strasser's actions were not merely for personal favoritism. Although he was the nominal Commander-in-Chief of the National Defense Forces, he accepted the loyalty of the entire General Staff of the Army.
However, the effectiveness of his orders reaching the troops in the field remains a question mark. After all, those with vast lands in the Junker nobility are not willing to willingly relinquish their power. The only reason they still recognize Strasser's position as Commander-in-Chief is that Hindenburg and the Royalists behind him are currently under house arrest in Berlin, unable to make their way in.
If the Hindenburg escapes, even if Seeckt comes out to rally, at least half of the National Defense Forces will go to Berlin to support the throne.
So Strasser is currently busy placing his trusted allies in various important positions.
Strasser has taken several units from the newly formed National Defense Forces to ensure that his people are positioned within them.
The group of officers from the National Defense Forces who were the earliest followers of Strasser. Bock took over the position of division commander from Ludendorff. Gudauri was assigned to succeed as the commander of the Second Armored Division.
Student was appointed as the commander of the First Airborne Division.
Rundstedt was assigned as the commander in Hannover, not far from Berlin.
As for Rommel, he was in charge of organizing the famous Seventh armor Division in Germany history.
However, the funding for the other divisions of the General Staff of the Army is still being distributed as usual; they just cannot receive the additional support from Strasser.
It's a joke that if these officers are incited to rebel by the Juncker nobility, arming them would only complicate matters for themselves.
The treatment of the First Division is among the best in the entire National Defense Forces, so they also provide Strasser with the strongest rewards.
Under the call of the Party branch within the Division, ninety-nine point ninety-nine percent of the officers and soldiers joined the ethnic group Labour Party, pledging allegiance to Strasser.
Jürgen still vividly remembers that day when all the officers and soldiers of the First Division gathered at the drill ground for a swearing-in conference. The division commander, Bock, personally led the oath to Strasser with the honor of a soldier, and the soldiers behind him followed suit, chanting the slogan, "My honor is loyalty," which echoed through the skies.
The reorganized First Division had exactly ten thousand members, and as for the remaining zero point zero one percent, it goes without saying who they were.
"It seems you are very surprised by this situation," Coy said as Heidrich walked up behind him, teasing. "I remember now, you're the guy who pulled a gun on the Fuhrer."
Coy looked at Ralph in front of him and felt he looked somewhat familiar. Upon closer thought, wasn't he the lieutenant who almost got shot by himself for pointing a gun at Strasser? "What are you plotting by staying in The First Division?"
Coy's voice turned cold. In his opinion, unusual things must have a reason behind them.
"I don't care if you believe it or not. I didn't have any intentions anyway."
Ralph couldn't be bothered to explain to Coy, as he didn't have any intentions at the moment and had a clear conscience.
"Sir, please forgive Ralph, he always speaks so recklessly," Jürgen hurriedly intervened.
"I don't think that someone who once harbored murderous intentions towards the leader is just a little reckless."
Coy does not agree with Jürgen's explanation.
Just as the situation on the field was getting a bit tense, a voice from the door diffused the crisis.
"You're finally here, Coy Major. We're late, please forgive us."
I don't know when, Bock brigadier appeared at the door of The First Division, and he had been waiting at the drill ground after receiving orders from Berlin. As a result, he didn't see anyone for half a day, so he decided to go to the door and indeed saw Coy.
"Hail to the leader!"
The two exchanged a salute and greeted each other. Bock held a great deal of respect for Coy, as he understood that although this man held the rank of Major, he represented Strasser's will. "Are all the people the Führer wants ready?"
Coy inquiry.
"Everything is ready, absolutely loyal, absolutely elite, absolutely patriotic."
Bock gave an affirmative response, these soldiers were all handpicked by him from The First Infantry Division.
They are not only well-educated and highly skilled members of the National Defense Forces program, but they also fervently believe in National Socialism and are absolutely loyal to Strasser.
"Since that's the case, you can come in with me to pick someone."
Coy turned his head to signal Heydrich to go and meet his future subordinates.
Watching the three of them leave, Ralph remained silent, as if nothing had happened, and returned to his post to continue his duty.
"What are you hesitating about, Ralph?"
In a country that faced sanctions after its defeat in war, it's rare to find a Commander-in-Chief like Commander-in-Chief who is willing to pay soldiers their full wages and improve their living conditions. Why wouldn't you want to be loyal to him?" Jürgen was puzzled. Ralph took out a match and lit a cigarette, breaking his usual habit.
He took a deep breath, then exhaled a puff of smoke leisurely, letting it sway in the air.
"I certainly believe he loves soldiers, but I also want to see if he truly loves the people. Let time prove everything."
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