My Head of the Huaxia Expeditionary Force

Chapter 523

Although the C-47 transport aircraft of the US military has been criticized a lot, it can also transport 28 fully armed paratroopers at one time, not to mention the C-87, which has a larger volume and load capacity. This big guy with a load of more than five tons is also considered in World War II. On the well-deserved sky truck.

In order to quickly deliver the troops to the location, Stilwell spent a lot of money and dispatched more than [-] transport planes, mobilizing almost two-thirds of the air logistics force in Indochina.

The rescue mission was led by Brigadier General Frank Merrill personally. The 1st, 2nd and 3rd squads of the Merrill detachment and the Falcon squad totaled more than 15 people, divided into two batches, and at noon on the same day The airborne mission was completed [-] kilometers northeast of Meiktila.

Fortunately, the sky was clear today and there was no gust of wind. After the troops were collected, there were only more than 30 soldiers who died because the parachute bags could not be opened correctly or were improperly operated. The other paratroopers did not encounter too many problems.

After landing, they didn't go into battle immediately, but waited for the transport plane to drop the second batch of equipment and materials. After all, they couldn't carry more ammunition and equipment except their own individual weapons during parachuting, let alone some heavy firepower.

In addition to ammunition, infantry support weapons such as 60 small steel cannons and light and heavy machine guns are indispensable. Parachutes are like white geese in the sky, falling from the sky one after another.

The paratroopers spent two hours gathering troops and airborne supplies, and attacked Meiktila, which was occupied by the Japanese army, at about three o'clock in the afternoon.

Now all members of the Merrill detachment are equipped with the latest weapons and equipment, which is consistent with the main force of the 88th Army. The Garand, M1 carbines, M3 submachine guns and Browning heavy machine guns between the squads, the individual firepower far exceeds that of the Japanese army. The Indian army does not have such a luxurious weapon configuration.

As soon as the two sides came into contact with the Japanese army, they were stunned. Nearly forty 60mm mortars from the mortar company took the lead in covering the enemy. Before the Japanese army could react, the follow-up troops rushed up like hungry wolves and launched Fight at close range.

The enemy appeared around the Japanese army like magic soldiers, and even the scouts sent out didn't know how the other party came here. The little devils were confused by the sudden attack, and by the time they reacted, they had already fallen into the opponent's trap. encirclement.

The unlucky battalion leader Jiro Kawashima was blown up in the first wave of shelling because he did not dodge in time. The Japanese army, which lost its commander, had no backbone, and soon fell into a disadvantage after fighting each other.

In addition, it was not long before they occupied this place, and it was too late to build and improve the fortifications, and it was difficult to launch an effective counterattack under the suppression of firepower. In less than an hour, the outer defense line was declared lost, and the Japanese army retreated to the Meiktila logistics warehouse and the original armored brigade. In the camp, stick to the last line of defense.

To say that the combat effectiveness of Merrill's detachment is still remarkable, these Central American mercenaries can only use one word... brave!Quite a bit of the nature of desperate Saburo, he is not afraid of casualties when fighting, and rushes forward wave after wave. The rhythm of the battlefield is very fast, and he does not give the opponent a chance to breathe. They are autistic, and have never met anyone who is less afraid of death than them.

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In the shadow of the bushes, a dark green figure in an auspicious suit lay quietly on the ground. He seemed to blend in with the surrounding environment. There was no emotion on his face covered in camouflage. Didn't know there was a person hidden here.

Through the binoculars, it can be clearly seen that a Japanese army is rushing northward in a panic on the mountain path more than 1000 meters away from him. down.

The green figure put down the binoculars, removed the microphone device connected to the walkie-talkie from behind, and silently pressed the intercom button:
"Call Falcon 300, Yamashita found a Japanese army marching towards Meiktila. According to visual estimation, there are about [-] people. There should be enemies behind. The exact number is unknown..."

And in the woods not far behind him, dozens of soldiers in the same costume squatted on the ground with weapons in their hands. Their eyes were full of murderous intent, and no one made a sound. They were as quiet as one of them crouching in the shadows. The leopard is ready to go, just waiting to be killed by one blow.

"Falcon [-] received it, continue to monitor and wait for the order...over." Dong Dao put down the walkie-talkie, turned around and glanced around, with a hint of excitement on his resolute face:
"Attention all teams, establish ambush points on both sides of the enemy's marching route, the sniper team looks for a favorable position, pay attention to the enemy's rear support, and act!"

As soon as the words fell, the soldiers around them moved quickly like arrows leaving the string.

The Falcon Squad did not join the battle against Meiktila, and now the number of members has exceeded the [-] mark, and all of them are elites who stand out according to the selection criteria first formulated by Liao Mingyu.

They all have good marksmanship, strong skills, rich combat experience, and the top equipment of this era. In addition to the main weapon, Geely suit camouflage, camouflage uniform, gas mask, tactical backpack, M1911 pistol... These are all standard equipment , Each soldier also wears a bulletproof vest remade from the US military's m12 anti-fragmentation vest.

The lining of this vest is made of nylon steel wire and some composite materials. It shortens the length of the original m12 vest, and each piece weighs about 2 kg. It can cover the chest, abdomen, vest and lower back, although it cannot block the full power Rifle bullets are fired, but it is still possible to defend against grenade shrapnel and stray bullets. Even bayonets are difficult to penetrate from the front, which greatly enhances the survivability of soldiers.

Each tactical team is also equipped with an individual walkie-talkie plugged into a microphone connector for combat communication and tactical coordination. The luxurious configuration can be said to be armed to the teeth...

The Japanese army was still moving forward in suspense. They received the news that Meiktila was surrounded, and the regiment captain immediately ordered to go for reinforcements.Although he has just returned from the battlefield of Xigao Village, if he sees death and refuses to save the people there, there is only one way to die.

Now that the enemy's reinforcements have arrived, and they are coming so fiercely, the Japanese army captain has given up the idea of ​​continuing to fight behind the enemy lines.

The current situation is really helpless, thinking that as long as he can meet with Meiktila's Kawashima Brigade, he will immediately lead the team to leave, because he knows... If he doesn't run, he will have no chance.

But the little devils didn't know that their every move was clearly seen by the Falcon Squad hiding in the dark...

After Dong Dao issued the combat mission, each combat team quickly began to deploy the ambush area. According to the analysis of the devil's forward route, the demolition soldiers planted many trip wires and jumped mines on the opponent's only way, and placed TNT detonators in hidden places , dragged a long lead wire and hid in the bushes.

The machine gunner opened the tripod, the deputy shooter put the bullets aside, the assault soldiers were all in their positions, and several sniper teams also occupied the high ground, and began to mark the devils and the officers from the scope.

In less than 10 minutes, the Falcon team had completed all the pre-battle preparations, just waiting for the enemy to step into this well-arranged pocket.

Behind the ambush area, the communications soldier pulled the antenna of the backpack radio to the longest position, and adjusted the channel while wearing earphones, while Dong Dao waited quietly beside him.

"Report to Captain, General Merrill has been contacted."

Dong Dao immediately took the microphone and said firmly: "Call the detachment, this is Falcon One, please answer..."

"Got it, Falcon One, please tell me..."

"Our department found enemy reinforcements in the southeast area, and we are now preparing to intercept them. The location is...D12.8, B23.9 on the fourth map. Please send reinforcements quickly, the general is over."

It is the best strategy to use elite troops to fight the enemy to death. Although the Falcon Squad has strong firepower, it is not a problem to deal with these hundreds of Japanese troops, but reason tells Dong Dao that he still cannot rely on it.

It is enough to stop and hurt the opponent a little bit, and leave the rest to the friendly forces. After all, every Falcon fighter is a treasure, and even if one is lost, it will make people feel distressed.

"Report to the captain, the Japanese army is about to enter an ambush!"

The soldier's reminder lifted Dong Dao's spirits. He picked up Thomson and loaded the bullet with a bang, and said murderously: "The signaler will continue to contact the Merrill detachment, and the others will take their positions... Let's give the little devil a good shot." class!"

(End of this chapter)