Chapter 2642: U.S. Army’s Hidden Worry One

As the naval issue came to an end, Colonel Leahy, who had completed his mission, still hoped to stay in the conference room to listen to the affairs of the Army, but he was politely invited out, and even the reasons were prepared. Colonel Leahy needed Prepare now to join a US Navy wartime acquisition mission and head to Europe to prepare for the acquisition of suitable warships.

"Damn, what are you doing?!" But even so, Colonel Leahy still felt a strange smell. He faintly felt that the problems faced by the army seemed to be more serious than those faced by the navy? Otherwise, why did Major General Marshall stay alone?

On this point, Colonel Leahy was right. Although the U.S. Army is not shown off by others like the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Army also has big problems. It belongs to the kind that has no near-term worries but definitely has foresight. It's not about logistical transportation, weapons and equipment, because these are actually tactical issues, and with the strong national power of the United States, these problems can be solved.

The biggest problem for the U.S. Army is the number of casualties that continue to climb. And a possible large-scale army battle on the island of New Guinea in the future. The current battle of the U.S. Army on the island of New Ireland is just a rehearsal compared to the decisive battle on the island of Guinea in the future!

"If one day we land on the island of New Guinea, can we take decisive measures to completely cut off all the transportation lines of the Japanese army on the island of New Guinea?" Marshall asked.

"For the Japanese-occupied area, we can naturally use all means, but the southeast of New Guinea is the territory of the British. If the British intervene and transport materials to the Japanese-controlled area through British ports and railways, then the government cannot Take decisive measures." Secretary of State Lansing said after a moment of hesitation.

"Damn it, the empire on which the sun never sets has become a term of the past, its authority has been lost, the Germans and Austrians have begun to carve up the imperial inheritance, and even the French are making trouble at this time. But we still have to take care of the so-called diplomacy Question, do you know how much this so-called diplomatic problem will cost the United States of America? The British have rejected our olive branch, and also funded our enemy. This time, the failure of the Navy is more than 40% of the reason It can be blamed on the British."

"Maybe one day we'll be hostile to the Germans, but that's a long time away and some of us won't even see that day, why do we have to come back so heavy now for something that's so long in the future? What about the price? This is not my question alone, General Pershing also thinks so."

"The cooperation with the British is a matter for the future. Then, let us face the problem in front of us now, how to win this war. Can we leave the future problem to someone later?" Marshall took a deep breath and stabilized After taking a look at his emotions, he said.

"Hold the grass, the situation is not good." Lansing glanced at Taft, who also had deep helplessness hidden in his eyes. In fact, the policy conflict between the U.S. Army and the government is very serious, even higher than Conflict between the U.S. Navy and the government.

If the navy only had a slight conflict with the government on the treatment of German foreign aid, then the army involved the relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom. According to the army, when necessary, the British colony in New Guinea can be blocked or even occupied to completely cut off the Japanese army's supply line. The attitude of the US government is against it.

"Some things can be discussed in the long run, aren't they? Wouldn't it be better if we could do that with some diplomacy?" Taft said.

"Then what if it doesn't work? Who will be responsible for the dead and wounded army officers and soldiers?" Marshall asked rhetorically.

"It's actually a bit early for us to discuss this matter now. After all, the army has not even taken New Ireland. There are at least a few months before the military launches an offensive on New Guinea. We have plenty of time It can be discussed," Secretary of State Lansing said.

"But there are some things we can do now. For example, the attack range of the naval submarine force is extended to all ships entering the waters around Japan, not only Japanese ships, but also British ships. We should attack now. , According to the information we have, more than half of the materials needed by the Japanese are transported by the British fleet. If we cannot expand the scope of the attack, our naval blockade against Japan will not be effective at all." Major General Marshall said.

"However, that's the Navy's problem. You're the Army," said Roosevelt Jr.

"The Navy made a similar point and it was dismissed, so I think the Army needs to bring it up again," Marshall said.

"We can take some other actions. We restrict trade with the British and raise diplomatic protests. But it is still difficult to make a decision on matters involving direct military action." Roosevelt Sr. proposed a compromise comments in .

"No, this alone is not enough. We must launch a limited attack. We can inspect the British transport ship heading to Japan before the attack. If there are prohibited materials, then we can attack! We must make Only a fierce response can make the British government change its mind. Compromise and concessions cannot make people respect, and guns are sometimes more powerful than simple persuasion!" Major General Marshall insisted.

"You are intimidating the government, Mr. Major General." Roosevelt Gao said.

"The Japanese destroyed a hospital ship in this night attack. Almost all the 1,500 wounded and staff on board died. This is a massacre. We must take revenge for this barbaric act. We must take revenge on the Japanese and the people behind him." Supporters! The American people will understand. Our allies will understand," Marshall said.

"Before I came, General Pershing once confessed that he was willing to use everything in exchange for the punishment of the Japanese and the British. This is the oath of a veteran who fought for the country, and I hope you can respect it." Major General Marshall said seriously Said.

"Well, we will consider it. We need three days to arrange this matter. In the next short period of time, the U.S. Navy will adopt moderate offensive methods." Old Roosevelt finally decided to compromise again!

"Well, let's discuss the next issue now. The further expansion of the army is absolutely necessary. The scale and duration of the war have far exceeded our previous expectations. We need more people and funds." Marshall continued.

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