Chapter 2550 Battlefield
While all of Western Europe, both the Allied Powers and the Entente Powers were enjoying the peaceful time after the war, on the remote island of New Ireland, the fighting between the United States and Japan had been going on for as long as three weeks, with the sound of gunfire and The fighting never stopped. The originally sparsely populated New Ireland Island with lush trees was completely turned into a hell of blood and fire by both warring parties. Viewed from the air, the smoke and burned woods were like scars on New Ireland Island. .
The crosshair of the scope was aimed at a steel helmet emerging from the trench on the opposite side. The visual distance was 600 yards. The wind was north-east, Level 2, and the air humidity was high. Lieutenant Bull carefully adjusted his scope. He didn't care at all that the morning dew had wet the camouflage covering his body. This clammy feeling did not make him feel the slightest discomfort from the other party, because at this moment, all his energy was focused on the target opposite!
Take a deep breath, and the moment before you exhale, Boolean is decisively inspired! The 7.62mm*63mm bullet roared towards the target in the distance with the greetings of death. In less than 1.5 seconds, the head wearing the helmet in the distance spurted out a stream of blood. In the dawn Clearly visible in the sunlight.
"35!" Lieutenant Bull made a notch on the butt of his gun, which represented the addition of a new record! Under the morning light, Lieutenant Bull looked at his watch. It was almost 6 o'clock. This morning's hunting was over. With the two results obtained today, he could get a bonus of 200 US dollars. Of course, here, these US dollars Far less satisfying than a clean new military uniform and 5 extra snacks.
A few minutes later, the sound of rumbling artillery came from our own position, and this morning's routine shelling began again. These shellings usually target predetermined Japanese military facilities and toilets, yes, toilets! According to the experience of the Germans on the Western Front, every morning at dawn, the toilets in the trenches are most utilized. Opening artillery at this time has a high probability of killing a few unlucky guys. At the same time, the US snipers responsible for doing "morning lessons" can also take the opportunity to withdraw from their frontline positions. For Lieutenant Bull, this is undoubtedly the "end of get out of class" bell, which makes people feel relaxed and friendly!
"Bull, you did a great job. You killed two more today. If you can reach 40, you can go back to the rear and become an instructor." Robert, the observer, said to Bull. He was hiding less than 10 meters away from Bull, responsible for covering, observing the enemy's situation, and helping Bull confirm his results.
"It's impossible. You know, John died in battle yesterday. He was shot through the chest by a 7.7mm bullet. When the bullet entered from the front, it was a small hole. When it came out from the back, it was a hole bigger than your lunch box. Big wound, half of the lung was shattered." Second Lieutenant Bull said expressionlessly. "In our hunter company, there are only three people who have achieved more than 20 records. We still have to teach new people. There is no way to go back, and I don't want to go back."
"Dum bombs? Did the Japanese use dum bombs?" John's face changed slightly.
"Yes, I saw the deformed bullet with my own eyes. Damn the Japanese, the damn British." Bull cursed and looked into the distance. It seems like there is another big move today. Is the attack going to start again? Bull said in his heart.
At the same time, the black old man Pershing is inspecting a position. At this moment, you can't tell the difference between a US general and the soldiers next to him. The leather boots are walking in the muddy water, and the walker's lower body is already covered with mud. and some unknown dirt, Pershing wore a steel helmet and looked gloomily at the Japanese positions in the distance. This is a position backed by hills and woods, which the US military must occupy. Once it is occupied, the US military can transport a large number of artillery from the beachhead to this hilly area with relatively gentle terrain, and then use the cover of the mountains to attack the Japanese rear. position. Therefore, both the US military and the Japanese army are bound to win here!
"What's going on with the Navy? We need support.
How much can they offer? "Pershing said to Marshall next to him.
"In terms of material supplies, the Navy said that they can provide 120% of the arms and ammunition we need, 115% of the food and medicine, and 110% of the special equipment. But in terms of fire support, the Navy can only guarantee to provide 85% of the ammunition projection capacity, and considering the problem of equipment loss, the Navy believes that they can only guarantee the completion of 70% of the attack missions at most. In addition, as for the Air Force, the Navy can only guarantee air superiority over the heads of the offensive forces, but cannot guarantee ground attacks." Marshall said .
"Damn it, when did the Navy degenerate into a transport fleet?" Pershing said impatiently. "Didn't you tell them that this is the minimum requirement for our offensive? How can we destroy those strong firepower points without large-caliber naval guns? Should we use explosives to blow them up?"
"Well, we did think about using explosives. For this reason, we even prepared to dig a tunnel under the Japanese fortress. However, the water table was too low and the soil quality was not good, so we failed in the end." Marshall said with some helplessness. .
"I don't care, you go back and immediately issue an ultimatum to Benson on behalf of the U.S. Army! During the attack in three days, the Navy must complete the tasks we require! Otherwise, let him pray that I die in this war!" If I can return to the United States alive! I will definitely take him to a military court!" Pershing said word for word.
"In addition, Marshall, if I am gone, then you must also shoulder your responsibilities! Take Benson, Sims and these guys to court! For the sake of the 5,745 American soldiers who have died in this war and at least Four times as many injured people. That’s it!” Pershing’s next words made Marshall’s heart skip a beat.
"It seems that the boss is really anxious." Marshall said in his heart. Is the U.S. Navy now capable of providing the fire support Pershing requested? Of course, we have the ability to provide them, but they are just 2,100 rounds of 14-inch high-explosive or semi-armor-piercing rounds, and 1,800 rounds of 12-inch artillery shells. For the U.S. Navy, which has more than 3 dozen battleships of various types, this amount of ammunition delivery is nothing compared to the huge ammunition depot of the U.S. fleet!
But why didn’t the U.S. Navy agree? Marshall, who was familiar with the situation, knew that this matter was not Benson’s fault! First, the U.S. Navy has been providing fire support to the Army since day one of the battle! Even after paying the price of more than 1,600 men in the beach landing, the U.S. Army gained a firm foothold and established its own land artillery positions. The naval guns of Navy destroyers and cruisers still played a role in repelling the Japanese counterattack. played a huge role!
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