Chapter 1626: U.S. Army Observation Group II

Chapter 1626 US Army Observer Group 2

"Of course, the Japanese have established some elite units over the years. For example, the 7th Armored Division of Fukuoka, which we encountered before, is comparable to the first-line armored divisions of Britain and France in terms of combat effectiveness, but unfortunately, The number of such troops is too small," the prince added.

Regarding the Japanese Army and the Russian Army, this topic is also considered a big topic in various military forums in later generations. Generally speaking, people generally discuss two places, one is the Russo-Japanese War, and the other is the Nomenkan , As for the later Soviet Red Army attacking the Kwantung Army, well, this is crushing.

Let me talk about the Russo-Japanese War first. The performance of the Japanese army was not bad, especially in the field, but it was very bad at the beginning of the Lushunkou Fortress. At that time, the strength of the Japanese army and the European army should be the closest.

And what about the Battle of Nomenkan? The Soviet army had an absolute advantage in ground firepower, but the Japanese army began to have air superiority. At that time, the combat effectiveness of the Japanese army aviation was not bad. Although the Soviet army won in the end, the losses were not small. However, at that time, the combat effectiveness of the Soviet Army was almost at the lowest point in history. There was no way to do it. The big purge had just ended. After that, everyone knew how the Soviet Red Army performed against the German Army on the Eastern Front, so I won’t say more...

Therefore, based on various historical data, the Japanese army is actually at the same level as the second-tier European army when it is the strongest. The level of infantry and junior officers is good, but the higher the level, the worse.

And if it is placed on this plane, it means that when fighting below the military level, it belongs to the second-rate European army (of course, it is the elite Russian army at the beginning of the war.) Some elite troops are regarded as quasi-first-rate in Europe. For example, the Fukuoka Division is almost as effective as British and French troops of the same level. (Of course, the British and French staff members in the Japanese army played a major role.) If it reaches the group army level, when various long-range cannons, large-caliber siege guns and train guns are launched, the Japanese army will die decisively.

Then after listening to the prince's analysis, a group of Americans suddenly felt that they were under great pressure, because among other things, judging from the current situation, the US Army is absolutely inferior. As for hitting the Russians? possible? perhaps? almost? Shouldn't it be as good as the Russian army at the beginning?

"In fact, if you consider that the future combat environment is tropical island operations in Southeast Asia, the Japanese army who is familiar with the terrain and has conducted targeted training may have an advantage. Especially jungle and mountain warfare will be your country's biggest weakness. After all, your country's army No similar targeted training has been conducted." Ruprecht finally sprinkled salt in the hearts of the Americans.

As for the combat effectiveness of the US military? It can only be said that you cannot expect the U.S. military that has not participated in the war to have a good record. In fact, the performance of the Americans on the battlefield in history can only be described as average. Even in the Battle of Saint-Mihiel, in this In the first major war dominated by the Americans, the Americans won, and the exchange ratio was beautiful. But if you look at the power balance between the two sides, it can only be said that there is nothing to be proud of.

The US military has concentrated 17 infantry divisions (including 3 French divisions) on the front line. The opponent is 7 incomplete divisions and 3 reserve divisions. 1100 vs. 200 tanks, the U.S. military has 273 tanks, not to mention Germany... The environment where the two sides are fighting is not a more extreme environment like island warfare or mountain warfare in World War II. It is not something to be proud of if you win this kind of battle....

Of course, one thing that needs to be mentioned is that the U.S. Army has a strong adaptability to the field, and at the same time, it has made rapid progress. This evaluation has been made in both World War I and World War II.

"Then Your Highness believes that if the US and Japan go to war in the future, how should the US Army's strategy and tactics be formulated?" Pershing has no objection to Ruprecht's evaluation of the US military. After all, the US Army's previous record is worth mentioning. The War of Independence was not won by itself, so there is nothing to brag about. So Pershing wanted to ask some more realistic questions.

"First of all, we need to make sure that whether it is in Guinea or Kalimantan, it is very difficult to completely clean up the Japanese army by military means. It is even an impossible task for the US Army." Prince Said.

"Are you talking about the complex terrain and limited forces?" Pershing asked.

"This is just one aspect. Your country does not want to fight a protracted war like this one that exhausts its national strength. This is a subjective aspect. If it is an objective aspect, the complicated island situation and unfamiliar environment are one aspect, and another aspect Yes, neither in Guinea nor in Kalimantan, your country can't completely cut off the Japanese foreign aid. In history, in situations similar to siege warfare, if foreign aid cannot be cut off, what will happen? You can go and see the battle History," Ruprecht said with a smile.

"This is a problem with the Navy." An American officer made a helpless gesture. Well, in the eyes of world powers, the U.S. Navy is less reliable than the Army, while the Japanese Navy's evaluation is quite high!

"No, it's not a problem with the navy, but a problem with Britain and France. Whether it is Guinea Island or Kalimantan Island, there are British colonies, and Japanese supplies can be transported to the British colonies by British merchant ships. Transported to the Japanese army by land." The black old man Pershing said with a sigh. This is why the U.S. government does not intend to completely kill Japan now. It is not that it does not want to, but it is very difficult. Even if Britain and France are weaker, it is impossible for the United States to go to war with Britain, France and Japan. And as long as the British and French support it, the so-called blockade is useless.

"Of course, it is not impossible for the United States to win this war. Otherwise, your country would not have prepared so seriously. The damage of war does not only refer to casualties on the field, but more importantly, it consumes a country's national strength It is possible that Britain and France can provide transportation, equipment, and even send mercenaries to the Japanese, but none of this is free!"

"Compared to Japan, the biggest advantage of the United States is not in the military, but in the economy and comprehensive national strength. The United States can continue to fight for a year or even longer, but it is absolutely impossible for Japan to spend 1 year with the Americans in distant Southeast Asia. Years! Don't forget that there are also thousands of kilometers from mainland Japan to Southeast Asia. The U.S. Navy can kill the Japanese with submarines, and so can the Army."

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