WWII military commentator? Even a dog could be one.

10 American Heroes of the Empire

December 1939, 9.

"Breaking news, breaking news! Poland has moved its capital to Lublin, and the Polish Army Group South is surrounded and faces the danger of annihilation."

Did Poland withdraw from Warsaw in just one week?

Not only were the people of Los Angeles stunned and at a loss, but the entire Western world was also shocked.

How could a modern army with a million soldiers and aircraft and tanks before the war be so vulnerable?

Even if Poland's reserve mobilization is not timely, a million-strong army is not a million ants.

How could they suffer a major defeat in just one week?

Many people, despite their surprise, bought a newspaper.

Today's newspaper is full of valuable information.

First, it explains the further developments of the German army.

Manstein’s 38th Corps is rapidly advancing through the Polish Corridor.

Guderian's 19th Panzer Corps is moving behind Warsaw.

This further confirms the fact of Poland's crushing defeat.

When they picked up the newspaper and looked at the speaker's picture on the front page.

The enthusiastic speaker is giving a speech in Berlin, with excited members of parliament and a frenzied crowd in the audience.

They were celebrating this glorious victory.

[Speaker: Yes, we have won! We are about to usher in a great moment! No one can stop the advance of Germany, no one.]

Manstein's blitzkrieg was executed brilliantly, Guderian's armored forces were unstoppable, and we will surely defeat everything.

And then there's Shawn Wein, an American commentator whose vision surpasses that of ordinary people. Only he believed in me, believed in the strength of the Empire, and believed that we would defeat Poland.

He was an American hero of the Empire.

I will award these heroes of the Empire the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves.

Sean Wayne?

Everyone remembered the name again.

Looking at today's newspaper, Sean suddenly spat out a mouthful of milk.

You're going to award me a medal? You must be joking.

We don't play like that.

We are on opposing sides.

What is an American hero of the Empire?

Sean silently put down the newspaper. Nobody in America believed him; they said he was just boasting and bragging.

Good heavens, the speaker called him an American hero of the Empire.

Sean wiped his mouth, stood up, and changed into clean clothes. Today was the day to raise prices.

Sean closed the door and boarded the red tram.

Unsurprisingly, everyone on the bus was talking about it.

"My God, Poland has suffered a major defeat and has moved its capital to Lublin."

"What does this mean? I don't quite understand."

"This means they failed and abandoned the capital."

"My God, they lost in just one week?"

"Yes, Sean Wayne, that guy was right. He said Poland would collapse in a week, and it turned out to be true."

"I've read his articles too, and he's right again."

"I heard that Germany is going to award him a medal of merit."

"Haha, I saw it too, it's hilarious. An American hero of the Reich, is Germany serious?"

Damn medal.

Damn hero.

Sean was feeling a bit irritable.

Ding ding ding.

The red tram stopped near the Los Angeles Times, and Sean got off and went to the Los Angeles Times building.

As soon as I entered, the receptionist stood up and shouted, "Hi Sean!"

When she shouted, many people around her turned to look at her.

"My God, is he that prophet Sean Wayne?"

"No, he is military expert Sean Wayne."

"No, no, no, he is the German American hero, Shawn Wein."

"Ha ha ha ha!"

Haha! Why does this title sound so strange?

Sean walked awkwardly to the front desk.

"Do you have any new articles today?" The receptionist was very excited. This guy was like God's right hand; whoever he said would win, would win.

"No, I want to see Mr. O'Connor."

"Do you have a reservation?"

"no."

The young woman pondered for a moment, then said, "Okay, I'll go inform the editor-in-chief. You wait here."

Watching the other person happily run upstairs.

Sean sat bored on the sofa in the living room, and all eyes around him unconsciously focused on him.

Sean realized that he was truly famous.

It wasn't just the speculation and analysis, but also Guderian's remarks and that damned knight's medal.

All of this has become a topic of great interest to ordinary people.

In modern terms, it would be like having massive built-in traffic.

O'Connor's laughter has been heard constantly from the editor-in-chief's office these past few days.

The staff outside would shrink back in fear every time they passed by.

Our wicked businessman boss seems a little too excited right now.

"Haha, from the early days of the war until now, the Los Angeles Times has outsold the New York Times and the Washington Post."

O'Connor excitedly waved his fists incessantly.

dong dong dong.

"Come in."

"Editor-in-Chief, Mr. Sean Wayne is looking for you."

"Really? Please invite him up quickly."

Upon arriving at the editor-in-chief's office, Sean entered the room.

As soon as he entered, O'Connor burst into laughter, "Isn't this our empire's American hero?"

Damn it!

Sean gave an awkward laugh. "I won't accept the medal."

"And what about the editor-in-chief position at The Observer?"

"What are you talking about?"

Sean looked completely bewildered.

"The German consul called me today because he didn't know your address. Germany has invited you to a banquet at the Berghof private residence at the end of the month."

Keep in mind, that was a speaker's private party.

"What? You said someone invited me?"

"Yes, it seems he likes you very much. Not just anyone can be invited to Berghof's private residence."

"Are you kidding me?"

Hahaha! O'Connor laughed heartily. "No, I'm telling the truth. Besides, Germany has invited you to take the position of editor-in-chief of the German newspaper Observer, their largest newspaper. They hope, they hope you can write more articles that their leaders will like."

"WHAT THE FCUK?" You want me to write an article for a speaker?

Write what he likes to read?

I'm talking about history and facts, not about catering to his preferences.

How could I do such a thing? How could I bow and scrape before the powerful and wealthy? I am a man of unyielding integrity.

"If you accept, you can immediately become a true member of high society."

FUCK YOU!

I want to live a few more years. Besides, what am I doing? Knowing they're going to lose, why am I still jumping in headfirst?

"I don't accept it."

O'Connor looked regretful. "That's a real shame, America's hero of the Empire."

Holy crap!

Sean pursed his lips, looking distressed. "You're a truly wicked businessman."

"Okay, no joke, please have a seat."

O'Connor led Sean to the reception area. "Did you need something from me? Or is there a new article? If, I mean, if you have any new comments in the future, you can come directly to my office; no appointment is needed."

Has your status been elevated?

Sean shrugged. "No articles today."

"Okay, what do you want to talk about? I guess I've looked into your situation, and it seems you're in a bit of a predicament, so the Los Angeles Times has decided to offer you $10 per commentary."

$10?

In other words, he can easily earn what others earn in a month.

It's important to understand that the US economy has not seen a significant recovery since the Great Depression.

The average income now is around $1200 per year.

The average daily wage is $3.7.

Don't think that America is in a bad state now; that's just America's current situation.

$100 a month has considerable purchasing power; in fact, a German worker's annual salary is only around $130.

"This is the highest price I can offer for a commentary article. You know, a regular commentary only gets fifty cents, and well-known commentators only get three to five dollars. If you are more famous, I will persuade the board to give you a special price of $50 per article."

Yes, that price is very high.

An apartment in Los Angeles costs only $4000 now, and a new Volkswagen Beetle costs just over $200. Even with tariffs and shipping, it won't exceed $500.

Ford cars were even cheaper, all thanks to the Great Depression.

"Deal!" Sean held out his hand.

O'Connor smiled with satisfaction. "In addition, the San Diego naval base would like you to accept their invitation to give a speech on the German Blitzkrieg."

San Diego? The second largest city in California, the eighth largest in the United States, and the cradle of the U.S. Naval Air Force?

San Diego is a major city in the western United States, home to later National Guard bases, naval bases, Marine Corps bases, and even integrated bases for the Army and Air Force.

It is also the most important nuclear submarine port for the U.S. Navy.

"They invited me to give a speech?"

Yes. They will give you a reward of five hundred dollars!

Sean, you're quite well-known now. You're an outstanding military expert. Of course, some people don't believe it, but I do.

After all, you won the approval of General Guderian, who was known as the father of armored vehicles in Germany, and he admired you greatly.

after all,

You are an American hero of the Empire, the only American to receive a knighthood.

Can we please not bring this up?