Published at 13th of February 2023 07:00:30 AM

On the border between Bavaria and the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the vanguard of the German Third Army is crossing the border and entering the territory of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Although, the vanguard was nothing more than a regiment of the 21st Infantry Division. However, they are not afraid at all.

Not far from the 211th Regiment of the 21st Infantry Division of the German Army, an infantry division of the Austrian Army is stationed here. They watched the German army enter his country and did not attack immediately.

"General, the Germans have crossed our border. There is only one infantry regiment. Are we going to attack?" the division chief asked.

"Idiot, this is just the vanguard of the Germans. Who knows how many troops are behind them. If we launch an attack, once the main force of the Germans arrives, then we are dead?" Major General Division Commander cursed.

"However, Vienna's order tells us to resist resolutely! If we don't resist, I'm afraid we won't be able to explain this to Vienna!" The chief of staff was a little worried. After all, this was an order personally issued by Emperor Karl I of Austria. If you even disobey the emperor's order, that is a serious crime! Once they are tracked down, maybe they will all go to military courts.

"So what about the orders from Vienna? We can't be sent to die, right? I was just a regimental commander on the Eastern Front. I fought side by side with the Germans. The Germans' strength far exceeds that of the Germans." Our expectation. Even if there is only one infantry regiment of the German army in front of us, even if we have a division, it may be very difficult to defeat them. If the follow-up troops of the Germans arrive, we will not be able to run even if we want to." Division commander Said.

The chief of staff wanted to say something more, but he never said it. Although, such disobedience to orders and fear of the enemy are not qualities that a soldier should have. However, he also knew that the teacher was thinking about the lives of all the brothers and sisters. Once they really fight the Germans, their infantry division at the top may really suffer heavy losses. It is still unknown how many people will survive by then.

"General, our reconnaissance unit found the German follow-up units. There are many, and there are several infantry division numbers. We even found the tanks of the German 3rd Armored Division." A staff officer reported.

"My God! The main force of the Germans has come. Order the troops to retreat immediately!" The division commander gave the order to retreat without saying a word.

Now, no one cares about any orders from Vienna anymore. After the main force of the German army appeared, everyone believed that they should retreat immediately. After all, this is the only way to save everyone's life. If you continue to stay here, you are asking for your own death.

"Sir, the Austro-Hungarian army retreated on its own initiative?" The scouts of the German 211th Infantry Regiment also found traces of the Austro-Hungarian army. However, they originally thought that there would be a fierce battle. After all, the opponent has an infantry division with several times their strength. But what I didn't expect was that the Austro-Hungarian Army actually retreated directly.

"Very good, that would be the best. The commander has already ordered that as long as the Austro-Hungarian Army does not resist, then we will not attack them. Order the troops and get on the road immediately. Our goal is Vienna!" The colonel head Said.

The Kingdom of Bohemia, the border where the Austro-Hungarian Army was originally garrisoned, has voluntarily opened up. Teams of the Austro-Hungarian Army are surrendering to the Germans. You know, after the German army entered their border, they didn't have a big shot, and they surrendered to the German army directly under the leadership of their superiors.

Of course, this is mainly because these armies are all Bohemians. Although, the military of the Kingdom of Bohemia is in the charge of the central government of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. However, the Grand Duke of Bohemia still has a very large influence in the army. This caused most of the troops to obey the order after the Grand Duke of Bohemia gave the order, voluntarily let go of the border, put down their weapons, and surrendered to the German army.

The 6th and 7th German armies successfully entered the Kingdom of Bohemia without any obstruction. A large number of troops advanced along the road, occupying important cities and transportation nodes one by one. Only a few hours later, German tanks appeared on the streets of Prague.

The police in the Kingdom of Bohemia issued door-to-door notifications, asking everyone to stay at home and not to go out, so as to avoid conflicts. Obviously, the Grand Duke of Bohemia will not resist the policy and implement it very well.

Many Bohemians hid at home and looked at the marching German troops through the windows in horror. However, the Bohemians were relieved to find that the Germans had not stormed their homes, robbed them of their wealth and beat them up. Even some enthusiastic girls gave sweet kisses to handsome German soldiers passing by.

"Father, the Germans have occupied the entire Prague. Their troops are advancing south. It is estimated that they will enter Austria soon!" Prince Carini said.

The Grand Duke of Bohemia nodded, although doing so made him feel a little complicated. However, everything he did was originally for the Kingdom of Bohemia to get rid of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and become an independent country. Moreover, he can also take the opportunity to ascend to the throne of the king.

Although, leading the wolf into the house made him a traitor to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. However, compared to what you get, even if you are a traitor, what is it?

"The Germans will withdraw soon. When they defeated the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the Kingdom of Bohemia was established!" said the Grand Duke of Bohemia.

Prince Carlini nodded, his mood was also very complicated. On the one hand, he is unwilling to be a traitor. On the other hand, he aspires to become a real prince who can inherit the Kingdom of Bohemia in the future. Instead of being like his father, he was just a grand duke in name only.

Also chose not to resist like the Kingdom of Bohemia, and the Kingdom of Hungary. Baron Tobres, Chief of Staff of the Hungarian Army, has issued an order that all Hungarian troops stay in the barracks, are not allowed to go out, and are not allowed to fight against the German army. This directly caused more than one-third of the Austro-Hungarian army to choose neutrality. If you add other states that choose to be neutral, the central government of the Austro-Hungarian Empire will not have many troops at all. Under such circumstances, it is easier said than done for them to resist the German attack!