Rudolph watched Hindeburg leave. No matter what reason the president had chosen to support him, he deserved his respect.
Now that an era had ended, he would still lead Germany forward bravely.
When Hindeburg's back disappeared, he turned his gaze to the square. He first smiled at the crowd, and the cheers and applause became more and more violent.
He stretched out his right hand and gently pressed down. The noise instantly became much quieter.
"Hardworking and brave German citizens, you have suffered!”
"I am honored to stand here today and witness the first large-scale military parade in Germany in more than ten years. I feel very honored. Today, I want to say that no matter where you are, whether you are a German or not, no matter where you are now, as long as you have a heart that loves Germany, the people of Germany will welcome you, and the army of Germany will protect you! You will always be a part of the German nation!”
Applause sounded again, and the screams and shouts gradually became louder. However, this time, Rudolph didn't make them quiet down.
"We Germans are not a war-loving country, but courage and tenacity are our usual style. This is not what we want, but since the Prussians era, we have been constantly facing oppression. As long as we do not defeat others, we will be destroyed!”
"It's not that we want war, peace, freedom, and prosperity, but some countries want hegemony on the Europa Continent, forcing us to take up arms to defend our dignity and rights!”
"That's why we love peace and are not afraid of war!”
" What we are longing for now is a better life. All the work of the country will revolve around economic construction. The country will do everything it can to create a better life for the people. Everyone will be firm in their beliefs, be steadfast, and move forward courageously for the great rejuvenation of the entire German nation.”
"But a good life must be guaranteed by force, or he will be remembered by bandits. Even after the jump was signed, they still sent troops to occupy our Ruhr industrial zone. In order to prevent similar things from happening, the Germans must unite and establish a limited defense force. At least they don't have to bow down, at least they don't have to lower their heads, at least they don't have to be patient, at least they don't have to worry about other countries 'shells falling on their heads when they work in peace.”
"Long live Germany! Long live the German people! Long live the brave National Defence Force!"
At last, Rudolph's voice was hoarse. He raised his right hand high and clenched his fist as he shouted loudly.
"Long live Germany! Long live Rudolph! Long live the people!"
The crowd responded like a tsunami. Many people knelt on the ground and shed tears of excitement. Some of them were so excited that they wanted to rush up to the platform, but they were stopped by the National Defense Forces who were maintaining law and order.
"I'll give the next order! The military parade officially begins!"
Even with the megaphone, it was not very clear in the midst of the thunderous shouts. Fortunately, Keitel, who was beside him, heard him clearly and began to wave the flag and make a smart gesture.
With the sound of the majestic and rhythmic German military song, the military parade officially began. Under the leadership of the military band, teams of infantrymen lined up neatly and slowly walked through the square in front of the head station.
According to the usual practice, the first to pass through was the square formation of the Prussians 'officer corps. Don't think that they were born into nobility and had no combat power.
These people were born in military families and had good military attainments. Through the accumulation of military achievements, the lowest position in the army was a captain, and most of them were even major and lieutenant colonel. The nobles in Germany could only be inherited by the eldest son, and the others had to find their own way out. The only way to obtain a title was through military achievements.
This was also the reason why the Prussians had always maintained excellent military accomplishments. Good education and brave fighting spirit were completely different from the Eight Banners of a certain country.
These officers were dressed in exquisite formal attire with at least one medal on their chests. The ancient swords on their waists highlighted their unique identities. This was the glory of the Prussians in the past.
However, no one was dissatisfied with this because they all had illustrious military achievements behind them.
Following closely behind were the troops from the 1st to 6th Infantry Divisions of the National Defence Force. Each division sent their most elite battalion to participate in the military parade. These soldiers wore the latest military uniforms and carried the classic K98 rifles on their shoulders. Although there were now semi-automatic rifles of the MKB series and STG series, and automatic rifles were gradually replacing this classic version, as a classic that had been used for half a century, this gun was still used as a military parade weapon.
As they passed by the platform, every soldier took down their rifles from their backs. As the sound of the bolts being pulled rang out in unison, it caused waves of sighs.
The long spear was slung across his chest, and the snow-white bayonet flashed under the sun. Even if the tall German did not deliberately kick the step, he still had a majestic masculine beauty!
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