Hardcore ruthless starts in the Pacific

出动命令其实昨天就下来了，7团的1营与2营，外加11团1营，总计三个营于9月23日出发扫荡马坦尼考河西岸的日军。

"Yes, the worst case scenario." Ivan looked at the group of Ma Run with disbelief seriously.

"I think you are a bit paranoid." Morgan shrugged, "The Japanese army has already been maimed by Colonel Edson!"

Baslon frowned, not because of what Morgan said, but because he also thought that Ivan's worries were unnecessary, and he wasted a month and a half of salary. You must know that the cheaper new cars in China only cost three to four hundred dollars.

What I didn't feel at all when I was in H Company in the last reincarnation was perfectly reflected in this group of Ma Run who had just landed in Guadalcanal Island-expansion and arrogance.

It is said that being weak and ignorant is not a sin, but arrogance is.

This famous saying can be used at any time.

"Just treat me as a paranoid."

The current Ivan is not the battle hero in the last reincarnation, and his comrades will not question any of his ideas, so there is no need to entangle him too much.

The facts have already happened, and it is impossible to get the money back from the quartermaster, and the three bastards can only complain a few words.

"It's too bad, I think those things can be bribed for $50."

"He's obviously bullying Ivan!"

"It's simply a bargain!"

After assembling the parts of the two guns, Yi Wen signaled to the brothers to re-maintain the weapons, so as not to lose the chain at critical moments.

They didn't refuse, and when the rain stopped in the afternoon, they called their deputy shooters to carry out all-round maintenance on the M1917, wiping it very carefully, while Ivan went to the shooting range.

400 meter target.

"boom--!"

hit.

After maintenance and calibration, the M1903 Springfield in Ivan's hands is the same as the previous reincarnation, and it is very silky to use.

25 meter target.

Take out the M1911 to empty a magazine and hit 4 rounds.

The feel is still the feel of close combat with the Japanese army at Edson Ridge, because I didn't spend time practicing pistol shooting in the follow-up, mainly because I didn't find time for him to train.

　"There is no problem with both guns, it depends on how much you can carry the day after tomorrow."

September 9rd was the fourth day of Yiwen's surviving in the cycle of reincarnation. His explosive power, physique, and stamina each dropped a little, and he didn't feel the same as before.

In the last reincarnation, Yiwen lost 4 points in each attribute before fighting the Japanese army. At that time, I obviously felt that I was easily fatigued, and it was even more so in the battle at Edson Ridge. If it weren’t for the magic skill of [Burst Endurance] However, it is impossible for Ivan to take Lacky and the others to hold on until dawn.

But now, Yiwen is well prepared, energetic, and explosive. Even if the battle is inevitable, he also believes that he can work together with his comrades to win the only bright spot in the defeat.

At 6 o'clock in the morning that day, the three marine battalions began to assemble.

The 7nd Battalion of the 2th Regiment was used as the center, the 11st Battalion of the 1th Regiment was used as the left wing, and the 7st Battalion of the 1th Regiment was used as the right wing. They attacked from three directions towards the west bank of the Matanikau River, with the goal of sweeping up the remnants of the Japanese army here.

其实早在8月19日，陆战1师的师长范德格里夫特准将就派出了陆战5团里的三个连对马坦尼考河西岸进行扫荡作战，起因是8月12日的一支海军巡逻队非常自信的去询问那边的日军要不要投降，结果被干了个稀碎。

The attack direction of the three companies is also divided into three routes, the center and the left wing are exactly the same as now, and the other route is to take a transport ship to circle the rear.

However, after defeating the Japanese army's repeated attacks, the commanders began to swell. As a result, this operation did not consider detours at all, and prepared to give full play to the US military's firepower advantage and push the remnants of the Japanese army flat.

The final destination of the three battalions is a place called Kokumbuna Village. It is located in the forest area of ​​Yimapingchuan. A few hundred meters to the north is a large number of shoals suitable for landing operations. The main task of the 7st Battalion of the 1th Regiment starting from the right wing is to penetrate directly into the heart of the Japanese army. .

If you can see it on the map, the attack spearheads of the 11st Battalion of the 1th Regiment and the 7nd Battalion of the 2th Regiment are not straight, but an arrow that bends to the right.

In general, Ivan thinks there is a problem with this deployment...not flexible enough, and the intention is too obvious. The most important thing is that the Japanese army is not taken seriously—it can be despised strategically, but it can be taken seriously tactically. But the U.S. military despises both.

It has happened countless times in history that underestimating the enemy will lead to defeat.

But a big soldier can't change this stupid battle plan.

On the east bank of the Matanikau River, there is a position that the US military has perfected for more than a month. There are a large number of semi-permanent fortifications, countless machine gun firepower points and bunkers, and even artillery positions specially built for 60 guns.

The overall line of defense is divided into three lines, a forward position facing the Matanikau River and the main position. There are not many bunkers, but there are many bunkers. Five forts, more than 20 bunkers and machine gun firepower points, barbed wire and minefields in front, and several 75, 105, and 155 artillery positions in the rear. It only takes one minute for bombers to come to support from the airport, and there are naval guns for support on the sea.

The third road is erected on the periphery of the airport. It is also a large number of bunkers and permanent fortifications, as well as a lot of hidden fortifications. The traffic trenches connect these together to form a powerful defense in depth system.

Whenever scouts are sent over to look at it, they will shake their heads—oh shit!This scary defensive position, why don't we go around and attack from other places?

This is also the main reason why several major battles on Guadalcanal took place south of the airport.

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66. Attack!attack!attack!

The three lines of defense on the west side of the airport gave Ma Run a great sense of security, just like the Maginot line placed on the French.

As the team marched to the starting point at 7:30 in the morning, the 75 howitzers, 105 howitzers, and 155 howitzers deployed on the second line of defense began their own performances. At the same time, a large number of planes took off from Henderson Airport. The bombs tilted wildly on the west bank of the Matanikau River.

The destroyers and gunboats on the sea also said that no matter who is fighting the Japanese devils, they must help out.

Ma Run of the three battalions shouted loudly while shuttling in the traffic trench, expressing his high emotions.

Ivan found that Ma Run's morale was quite high, because they were no longer passively defending, but used three marine battalions to launch a massive offensive.

During the 8 days from August 7th to September 9rd, they were digging trenches, laying mines, and pulling barbed wire. The Japanese army had launched two premeditated attacks, which made the Ma Runmen very aggrieved. .

"Rush, rush—!"

"Kill them, kill all the little devils!"

Ivan even suspected that Ma Run of the infantry platoon had taken stimulants, and his faces were blushing, as if he thought that the battle exploits were easy to come by.

All the things requested from the quartermaster were in place, but Ivan only brought out 3000 rounds of 30 ammunition, 3 water tanks matching the M1917, and one-third of the follow-up list of materials including grenades, glass bottles, alcohol, and discarded cloth strips.

In addition to the 2000 rounds of ammunition and 6 water tanks allocated before the war, there are a total of 5000 rounds of ammunition and 9 water tanks. It is difficult to move these things along with the machine guns without relying on the brothers in the company and platoon headquarters.

Even if enough transportation personnel are mobilized, the load will be full.

Some people questioned that although Basilone, Manny, and Morgan also felt that doing so was a big deal, and didn't even take what Ivan said yesterday seriously, their brothers would never It will take half a step away from Ivan.

The two machine gun squad leaders were both Yiwen's people, and instantly shut up those who questioned.

Even if the complaint was brought to the company commander, Captain Bujosler, it was ignored, and Basilone was even given full authority to manage the two machine gun squads and the logistics unit.

The company commander, Captain Bujosler, also came from a military academy and came to be gilded, but he is much more self-aware than Lieutenant Angolo. Basically, the offensive tactics of Company D were discussed and formulated by the three hard-working platoon leaders under his command. Responsible for issuing orders.

As for Ivan, Basilone and their immediate superiors, Lieutenant Briggs, the deputy platoon leader, doesn't care, because he was an artilleryman, not only responsible for the two 60mm mortars of D Company, but also Lieutenant Colonel Puller, the battalion commander. In charge of mortars in other companies.

The reason for this is that only the Japanese army’s first line of defense on the west bank of the Matanikau River has no forest, and the follow-up is covered by a large area of ​​forest. It is difficult for heavy artillery and aircraft to provide effective fire support at this time, but the 60mm mortar It is different, light in weight, fast in transfer, high in rate of fire, and not easily blocked by large forests.

So Lieutenant Briggs couldn't spare the energy to manage the machine gun at all.

Ivan was relieved by the trust between his comrades and the situation created by unity. By the way, he thought of one thing—this may also be the [novice protection period]. When many people question you, no one is on your side , any preparation in advance may be half the effort, or even useless.

He kept in mind that after losing the protection period, Ivan had to rely on himself to establish a relationship of trust with his comrades... Let the guy who can suppress the majority become his close brothers with him, so as to ensure that every battle All pre-preparations are in place.

"Boys, it's today!"

"Yeah———!"

Lieutenant Colonel Puller did not take a jeep. It stands to reason that the special treatment of a battalion-level officer is nothing at all, but he carried an M1A1 and four MK3 offensive grenades on his body, and followed the soldiers from the traffic trench. Move to starting position.

This is undoubtedly the favorite commander style of the soldiers, so the morale of Ma Run of the 7th regiment is about to break through the limit.

"Crossing the river, pay attention to concealment, and make sure you survive first."

Lieutenant Colonel Big Goose shouted as he walked: "Only by surviving can we kill devils and avenge our dead compatriots!"

"Yeah———!"

"I'll be with you!" Lieutenant Colonel Puller yelled.

"Hu———re———!"

The Ma Runs who were just a few words were very excited, and the ammunition players with full weapons and ammunition even felt that the weight on their bodies was much lighter.

People like Yiwen, who have been almost immune after two bloody battles, are a little excited. It can only be said that it is an honor for all soldiers to have such an officer.

In contrast, the Army... tsk, it's hard to say.

Let me just say a very simple thing - from the officers to the soldiers in the European battlefield, there was nothing to do during the Normandy landing, and when it stabilized, even if it was only a kilometer away, they would have to take a car.

During the Ardennes counterattack (Battle of the Bulge), a large number of German three elite paratroopers went to the rear of the Allied forces to make trouble, but because the elite paratroopers were tough, serious, and rigorous, they could use the 11th route without bothering the personnel carrier and the tank for a certain distance. Attitude slipped.

The time to arrive at the first line of defense was 9:15, 45 minutes before the shelling ended, and the engineers had already built a pontoon bridge on the Matanikau River.

Even if this river is not very spacious, it is still several times as deep as Alligator Creek, and the depth is two to three meters. Soldiers with lighter loads must weigh about ten kilograms, so that they can swim across without taking the pontoon bridge, and they will not be drowned halfway. Can train for the Olympics.

"Bang bang bang-!"

"Boom!"

"Woooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!"

The 1st Marine Division seemed to be showing its muscles. In fact, this battle was not prepared in advance, but if there is no full set of firepower preparations before the attack, it is better to give up the attack.

"Wow!"

"Ahhh!"

"Oooo!"

Ivan's company D is the first to cross the river as the vanguard, and will be supported by an M1 light tank at the same time.

The deployment of the company commander, Captain Bujosler, was to let the vanguard cross the river at the moment the shelling ended, and the rest of the arrangement was to cross the river first with the tank and weapons platoon, and quickly build a simple bridgehead on the other side of the river relying on the steel monsters, and wait for 1 platoon After crossing the river completely, follow the infantry platoon, which acts as the vanguard of the whole company, and keep a distance of 400-500 meters to provide fire support.

The 2nd platoon crossing the river is arranged on the left flanks of the 1st platoon, advancing along the beach, and the 3rd platoon serves as the reserve team for the entire company.

The shelling stopped on time at 10 o'clock, and Company D dispatched three groups of advanced soldiers with walkie-talkies, a total of 12 veterans.

This set of tactics is similar to the German company's offensive tactics. After the artillery fire is over, a dozen or so backbones are selected to carry communication equipment to carry out fire reconnaissance in advance.

I had never seen such a set of vicious tactics during the French campaign. The passionate French soldiers were often blown up and saluted with their hands high before seeing the follow-up troops of the German army.

If there is resistance, then there is another set of grenade tactics. Since the throwing distance of the M24 wooden handle grenade is long, the infantry can be divided into several combat groups to alternately cover the closer to 34~ Collectively throw grenades at a distance of 42 meters, and deal the most vicious firepower blow to the defending enemy troops on the position.

The most glorious period of the two sets of tactics was the French campaign, but it was not so powerful in the middle of the Eastern Front War.

The reason is that the ultimate goal of the German tactics is to tear open a gap in the enemy's defense line, sweep the enemy to the left and right wings, and finally break the morale of the defenders and start capturing prisoners.

Facing the two sets of unit tactics that have suffered for more than a year, Kanglian finally learned how to deal with it. Using their strong organizational and mobilization capabilities, they quickly assembled troops and firepower in the direction of the breakthrough made by the German army, so that the German army was still entangled with its own side on the ground. Immediately launch a counterattack when the time comes—fire strikes against the German troops swarming towards the breakthrough, and the infantry rushes up to fight with the German troops entering the breakthrough.

Ma Run's unit tactics were different from those of the German army. After the artillery fire ceased, they dispatched sharp soldiers as the German army, but they did not learn the follow-up grenade tactics and alternate cover.

If there are tanks, carry out infantry-tank coordination. If there is no infantry, they will still be divided into the first, second, and third echelons to advance in the form of skirmish lines. If the first echelon encounters the pioneers sent out, they will find bunkers on the spot and fire Suppression and counterattack, because the pioneers are the first group of people rushing to the front of the entire company. When they stop, it means that there are enemies ahead.

At this time, the second and third echelons will look at the enemy's firepower and troops to decide their actions. Either one echelon will act as a reserve team, or two teams will dispatch together to detour to the enemy's flank to launch an attack, or report to the commander to choose to retreat.

The first echelon of Company D is the 1st platoon, and the fire suppression and counterattack are followed by two M1917s and 6 60mm mortars. The most important thing is that the 7th regiment is not the 1st regiment that landed for more than a month. Every infantry The platoon is assigned to a BAR squad, including a squad leader, two main shooters, two assistant shooters, and three ammunitionists, with a total of two BARs.

Since the infantry, squad leaders, and platoon leaders still use the M1903 Springfield, 2 BARs alone cannot solve the problem of insufficient firepower, so they rely heavily on the heavy firepower of the weapon platoon.

10 points.

"Crossing the river—!"

The M2 light tank, which had already been warmed up, carefully crossed the Matanikau River, which took about 5 minutes.

The tank and the 1st squad of the 1st platoon went ashore completely, and Basilone shouted, "Brothers, follow me!" he carried the M1917 barrel.

As this guy rushed out first, the others followed closely behind.

Since the formation has been discussed in advance, there is no congestion at all.

The ammunition team was led by Ivan, including the platoon logistics personnel and company logistics personnel. Under the command of Ivan, they crossed the Matanikau River in an orderly manner. It took a total of 20 minutes.

Immediately after landing, they dispersed. The number of ammunition transporters assigned to each machine gun had been determined in advance, so the two machine gun squads crossed the sand embankment to find a suitable place to set up, and the No. 1 ammunition hand went to provide ammunition and The No. 2 ammunition man set up a gun near the sand embankment and commanded other transport soldiers who came over to serve as the ammunition man.

"Bang bang bang-!"

The moment the mission reminder appeared in Ivan's ear, the artillery fire that had stopped for an hour resounded across the battlefield again, extending westward towards the previous coordinates.

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