The Gulf of Suez is located between the northeastern coast of Egypt and Africa and the west coast of Asia (Sinai Peninsula), and is the northwest corner of the Red Sea.

There are port cities such as Suez along the coast, with rich oil resources, including offshore oil fields such as Murgan and Bairaim.

The British infantry regiments such as Dorset, Devins and Hampshire were waiting for the Strasnefer, Kron, and Otranto and other ships to pick them up and take them off, and then follow the British and American Allied fleets toward the secret place of the Mediterranean.

Of course, the British Royal Tank Regiment and other troops also rode other ships and flew away from Tripoli and Alexandria Pier.

Not long after, the entire British Eighth Army Group had seven divisions and three brigades, with a total of 120,000 people leaving Africa, leaving the land that allowed them to defeat Rommel and gain the greatest glory.

The person who commanded the dispatch of these ships and fleets was Hewitt, the command ship of the Monrovia, who he was riding today; he was also busy traveling between the fleets, conducting coordinated transportation, and keeping confidential operations for their upcoming Battle of Sicily.

Fortunately, the Seventh Army and General George Patton have already been transported away, otherwise Hewitt would be even busier today.

However, in order to ensure that this battle of Sicily will not make any changes and be successful, President Roosevelt also dispatched the Fifth Army of the United States led by Mark Wayne Clark, the 10th Army of the United Kingdom and the 6th Army of the United States to assist in the battle together.

It’s just that their landing location is in the United States, so it will take a long time for them to come to the gathering location.

Moreover, the main combat mission of the army is the landing operation in the Bay of Salerno, Italy, code-named "Avalanche".

At the same time, Eisenhower and General Harold Alexander, commander of the 15th Group Army, also handed over the 82nd Airborne Division to Clark to command to ensure his combat operations are smooth and successful.

Of course, he is not worried about this general who gives a lot of negative impressions. Even if Chen Yanlong doesn't know his every move, he will not be too worried. At least he can send Kesselin to defeat the other party.

As for the 8th Army of the US Army, it is also being formed in advance, but this army group is not used to deal with the German army, but to cooperate with the 6th Army group to deal with Japan.

The first commander was still Lieutenant General Robert Eckerberg, but the formation of this army group was relatively slow and was still recruiting soldiers. The course for training soldiers has not yet begun.

While Hewitt was discussing the movements of the German submarine forces, the mine cleaning situation in the Mediterranean, the tank landing craft, and the transportation of soldiers, Montgomery quietly stared at the sun slowly falling into the red sea.

At this time, the Monrovia command ship was also slowly advancing at a speed of 10 knots under the escort of a large group of warships and landing ships.

At this moment, Hewitt, who had just been free, came to Montgomery, who had been silent and watched the night view of the sea.

"Are you not in a good mood today? General! You have been watching the sea view for a day!"

As soon as they met, Hewitt smiled gently and opened the topic.

"You are very clear about the fact that I am trying to fight the German army! In my impression, the resistance of the German army was very tenacious and fierce! Our recent battles in Pantelleria are a very clear proof."

"In these few sea, land and air battles, our troops have killed and injured a lot of soldiers!"

Montgomery responded lightly.

"Well! Yes! The German resistance force is stronger than we thought! If it weren't for this, President Roosevelt and all the members of the Joint Chiefs of Staff would not have been so nervous that the aircraft, tanks, and troops we needed would have doubled the strength of the aircraft, tanks, and troops."

"And our fleet, aircraft carriers, and carrier-based aircraft are also increasing one after another, thousands more than the original number. Moreover, the number of aircraft carriers has increased from the original 4 to the current 8, and the carrier-based aircraft has also increased to more than 800!"

Hueye nodded worriedly and agreed.

"Although our troops and weapons have increased, I still adhere to the plan I mentioned in the last meeting: not only do we need to find a way to use the navy to safely send our troops to the shore of Sicily; but our landing site must also have a strong air force to cover operations, and we must quickly seize a good port and airport at the landing site to ensure the safety of our landing operations and reduce casualties!"

"At the same time, we must build a powerful bridgehead at the fastest speed to fight against the German army's tenacious resistance and counterattack!"

"And I think the best place for our British Eighth Army to land and fight is between Syracuse and Pakino!"

"And in this operation, I absolutely do not agree to dispersed our 8th Army in dispersed operations, and I think the best place for your US military landing is to move from Palermo to Gera Bay and carry out landing operations on both sides from there."

"In addition, we need to add 2 to 3 additional divisions to assist us in landing operations in Jera Bay, as well as seize the German airports and ports!"

"Because of these 2 to 3 divisions, we can make our naval, land and air forces have a higher chance of winning!"

"I thank Lieutenant General Hewitt for knowing that our Battle of Sicily is very important to the morale of our Allied forces! If we lose this battle, then it will be a great disaster for our troops and morale!"

As soon as Lieutenant General Henry Kent Hewitt finished speaking, Montgomery immediately closed his heart and said everything he said.

After he finished speaking in one breath, he felt his body and mind relaxed, feeling relaxed and comfortable.

"Actually, I feel that your plan is good! But I think you still have to ask General Harold Alexander, deputy commander of the Allied Army, to discuss with Commander Eisenhower."

Hearing this, Hewitt responded a little embarrassedly.

"I have discussed it with them and have received a call from General Alexander and Biddle Smith, Chief of Staff of Commander Eisenhower, who both said that Commander Eisenhower had my combat advice!"

Montgomery looked at the other person and replied calmly.

"Since that's the case! That's good. Our combat operations in Sicily will have more success guarantees!"

Hewitt responded in a tone of congratulations.

"Or! By the way, according to my Chief of Staff, De Ganggang said that since the German army retreated from Pantelleria, it has been very quiet and has no big moves. Even the attacks on our logistics and ships have been reduced a lot, and they even often huddled up and have no attacks at all!"

Montgomery suddenly changed the subject.

"Yes! The German army's actions have been very strange recently!"

Hewitt also frowned and worriedly.

"I feel the same way! The German army's current combat style is very abnormal, and it is not as good as their previous style. I really don't know what Hitler was thinking?"

Montgomery was also a little worried.

"About this issue, Commander Eisenhower and General Alexander are also discussing the issue, especially the new weapons and equipment that suddenly appeared in the German army. They attach great importance to sending a large number of intelligence officers to investigate!"

Hewitt looked up at the starry night sky, facing the whistling and chilly sea breeze, and suddenly said with a bad premonition.

After hearing this, Montgomery just glanced at the other party and stared at the sparkling sea again in silence.
Chapter completed!