I was a tycoon in World War I: Starting to save France - Chapter 613

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People come and go on Regency Street in London, England.

There was heavy snow in the sky, and the whole world was covered with thick layers of snow, and the filth in the alleys was completely covered.

Cars were coming and going in the middle of the street, and the sidewalks were full of gentlemen wearing top hats and suits. They were walking in a hurry, seeming to be thinking about how to get a batch of supplies from the United States, or how to get more money from banks. .

The newsboys were wearing shabby and thin coats and peaked caps. Their satchels were stuffed with newspapers that were almost as thick as their bodies, and they were holding a stack in their hands. They were panting and chasing pedestrians, shouting as they ran:

“Sir, would you like a newspaper?”

“Big news, news of victory.”

“The Royal Navy sank 12 German submarines in one battle!”

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Pedestrians couldn’t help but stop when they heard the shout, and glanced at the newsboy dubiously. Then he took out a penny from his pocket and exchanged a newspaper from the newsboy’s hand like he was sending a beggar away.

(The picture above shows a British street newsboy selling newspapers.)

After getting the newspaper, the pedestrians couldn’t wait to open it, walking slowly, and then exclaimed: “God, this is true, they sunk 12 submarines.”

Other pedestrians each bought a newspaper and soon joined the discussion:

“It’s very good news, and 12 submarines were sunk in one battle. This shows that they have found a way to deal with submarines.”

“So we won’t be short of supplies in the future?”

“But gentlemen, did you see what the newspaper said? This was with the cooperation of the French Navy!”

But this was quickly opposed by others:

“The French Navy? They are just cooperating, and the role they can play is extremely limited.”

“The Royal Navy is the most powerful navy in the world. They surpass all other navies combined!”

“The French navy’s participation may just be a matter of sea area. They are more familiar with nearby routes and sea conditions.”

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Pedestrians smiled proudly and paid no attention to the “French Navy” written in the newspaper.

This is actually intentional misleading by the media. During this war period, they always exaggerated their achievements as much as possible, but did not mention a word about the British army’s defeat at the Antwerp defense line yesterday.

Mr. Stokes flipped through the newspaper with his cane under his arm, glanced at it and snorted: “So that’s what the newspaper says, these stupid and ignorant guys!”

Someone heard what Stokes said and looked at him with wide eyes: “You seem to have a different opinion?”

Stokes shook his head slightly and raised the newspaper in his hand: “I don’t want to argue with you, gentlemen. I just want to say that if you only read this, you will miss many opportunities to make a fortune.”

With that said, Stokes ignored them, raised the newspaper in the air with disdain, and left without looking back.

Stokes’ company has cooperated with Shire, especially recently it has become a part of the Bernard Group and is responsible for the research and development of tank guns. It is not surprising that he would know some inside information.

But others did not know this. They laughed and mocked Stokes for his ignorance and arrogance, and then discussed the greatness of the Royal Navy.

At this time, someone suddenly ran over panting: “Gentlemen, the stock price of Bernard Company has risen sharply.”

People exclaimed:

“Bernard’s Company? Bernard’s Company of the Shire?”

“Why did Shire’s company’s share price soar after the Royal Navy won the victory?”

“Char’s company is in the insurance industry, what does this have to do with him?”

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Then someone else came over and shouted: “Bernard’s company has started new business. They started insuring shipping.”

“Sea freight?”

People were stunned. Only then did they realize that the victory of sinking 12 submarines was probably related to the French fleet, or to be precise, to the Charles.

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Namur Castle, Charles is having breakfast.

Since the supplies of the 6th Army were transferred to the British Army, even the food in Shire has been much worse. For breakfast, there is only mashed potatoes and a piece of Belgian Limburger cheese.

The latter smelled so bad that Ciel couldn’t swallow it, but fortunately the orderly Adrian didn’t resist.

(The picture above shows Belgian Limburger cheese, produced by bacterial fermentation)

While eating, the staff officer sent a telegram from Djoka: “The progress in the new British field is going smoothly.”

Charles smiled slightly, which was a powerful counterattack to those British capitalists who tried every possible means to kill the Bernard Group.

The “echo sounder” is a good business opportunity. In this war period when materials are king, it strangles the lifeblood of the Allied Powers.

Not just the UK, but France, and even other member states.

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Not just political and military, but also economic precision strikes.

From now on, no matter who wants supplies, they must buy Shire’s insurance.

If you buy insurance, you can join the Shire’s escort caravan, otherwise, just wait for the German submarines to visit!

The Germans are not stupid. After this battle, they will definitely be able to guess what equipment Charles invented that allowed the French Navy to accurately blow up submarines.

Therefore, German submarines will try to avoid Shire convoys and choose “non-Shire” fleets to attack.

This creates a perfect deterrent: those who obey me will prosper, and those who go against me will perish.

I have to say that the Germans are really easy to use, otherwise there are so many rivals from British and French capitalists in so many industries, and Charles alone would not be able to cope with them.

Tijani doesn’t care about business, that’s his father’s problem.

He frowned and ate mashed potatoes while asking: “So, are we going to counterattack Antwerp?”

“Counterattack Antwerp?” Charles replied: “Who told you?”

Tijani looked up in confusion: “Isn’t it? Our supplies have been shipped to Brussels, some fighters have also gone, and the 6th Army has also transferred an army.”

Attacking Antwerp is the best choice, Tijani thought, our army can cooperate with Antwerp to form a pincer attack on the German army.

“The Germans have been prepared in Antwerp, General.” Charles replied: “You should know that the Germans have prepared at least 500 planes there, while we can only gather 200 in this direction.”

“But our fighter planes are more advanced than theirs.” Tijani replied: “It is still unknown who will win.”

“I agree.” Charles nodded: “But we will pay a heavy price, especially the pilots.”

Although the “Camel” has the advantage of speed, it does not have a crushing advantage compared with the German “Fokker E2”, especially the German army can directly attack the airport or use guerrilla tactics to consume the French army’s fuel.

In addition, the German army deployed an army in the direction of Brussels to build fortifications and wait for Charles’ army.

“But this is war.” Tijani emphasized: “Antwerp is the place we must save.”

“Really?” Charles asked back, he looked up and looked at Tijani quietly: “You seem to have forgotten the battle plan we have already formulated.”

Tijani was stunned, and then his eyes lit up: “You mean, Hasselt?”