When the German army rushed into the city, there were four divisions in the defensive mission in the barricade factory. However, as the battle progressed, Gurdiev's 308th Division, Gorishne's 95th Division, and Smekhotvorov's 193rd Division were severely reduced. They were withdrawn to the east bank by Cuikov to make up for repairs. When crossing the river, the total number of the three divisions was less than 600.
The reason why Sokov did not focus on the barricade factory before was that he thought that the troops in the factory were enough to resist the attack launched by the German army. But today he suddenly realized that the barricade factory was not inferior to the Derrensky factory at all. If he did not enter the barricade factory with the troops, he was worried that the reinforcement force would soon be wiped out.
Seeing that Cuikov rejected his request, Sokov was not discouraged and continued to explain his reasons: "Comrade Commander, the situation in the barricade factory is very complicated now. Although Comrade Belkin had served as the military chief before, he was my political commissar before he served as the head of the reduction regiment. I was worried that his ability would be limited..."
"Okay, Colonel Sokov, you don't have to say anything more." Although Cuikov was unwilling to let Sokov take the risk from the bottom of his heart, he was really worried when he thought of the precarious situation of the Barrier Factory. If only Belkin led the team to reinforce, he was really worried. After interrupting Sokov, he pondered for a long time, and finally sighed and said, "Okay, I agree that you will lead the team to reinforce the Barrier Factory in person. But you have to promise me that you must come back alive!"
"Don't worry, Comrade Commander." Seeing that Cui Kov agreed to his request, Sokov's heart, which was hanging in his throat, returned to his stomach. He quickly assured Cui Kov: "I will not only come back alive, but also smash the enemy's offensive and consume as much of their living power in the factory as possible."
After Sokov finished his call with Cuikov, he immediately ordered the communications officer to help him connect to Belkin's command. As soon as the phone was called, he directly contacted Belkin who was answering the phone and said, "My political commissar, your mission is here."
After withdrawing from the Archives Building, Belkin, who had not participated in any battle, heard that there was a combat mission, and he couldn't help but lit up and asked quickly: "Misha, what mission?"
"I just received a call from the commander, saying that the situation at the barricade factory was not very good. Under the cover of the tank, the enemy launched a fierce attack on the defenders in the factory." Sokov said to the microphone: "Comrade Political Commissar, immediately gather the troops and rush to the barricade factory for reinforcements. I promised the commander that at most two hours, your troops will appear on the barricade factory's position. How about it? Can you do it?"
"In two hours, there is no problem with entering the barricade factory's position." After Belkin and Sokov finished speaking, he said thoughtfully: "I have a question: After entering the barricade factory, should we fight independently, or obey the command of the factory commander?"
"The only 138th Division of Colonel Lyudnikov is left in the barricade factory. If you lead the team into the factory, you will probably have to be assigned to him for command." The reason why Sokov insisted on leading the team to the barricade factory was that he was afraid that his troops would be assigned to Lyudnikov for command. In this way, when the counterattack began, there would be no available troops in his hands. "In order to avoid this situation, I have asked the commander to lead the team to the barricade, and he has agreed."
"What, you want to go to the barricade factory?" In Belkin's command, you could clearly hear the sound of gunfire coming from the barricade factory. Seeing the rolling smoke rising, he said worriedly: "Misha, it's too dangerous. You should stay in the division headquarters to command. I'll just lead the team."
"Comrade Political Commissar, you don't have to persuade me." Since Sokov has made up his mind to go to the barricade factory, no matter who persuades him, he will not change his mind. He said stubbornly: "I don't want to worry about my troops fighting in a strange place." Perhaps because of his own safety, he added later, "Don't worry, I will pay attention to safety on the battlefield."
Sokov had already said this. Belkin knew that no matter how much he persuaded him, the other party would not change his mind. He could only say helplessly: "Okay, Misha, since you have made a decision, I won't say anything else. Finally, I want to ask, are we going to set off after you come? Or set off first and then meet in the barricade factory?"
"The situation on the battlefield is not good for our army. Even if you enter the battlefield one minute earlier, it may change the entire battle situation." Sokov said to the microphone: "After the troops are assembled, you will immediately take them into the barricade factory, and I will rush over and meet with you."
Seeing Sokov put down his microphone, Ivanov said with concern: "Comrade Commander, the barricade factory is very dangerous. You should bring more troops to you."
"No need." Although Sokov wanted to draw another regiment from here, for overall consideration, the troops in Mamayev's gang could not be used casually. "I will bring a guard to line up and let Lieutenant Samoilov go with me."
When he learned that Sokov was going to take Samoilov, Sidolin quickly called the guard battalion and ordered the battalion commander Tenev: "Comrade Major, the division commander is about to go to the barricade factory. You ask Lieutenant Samoilov to take his platoon to escort the division commander."
"I understand, Comrade Chief of Staff." Tenev replied quickly, "I will prepare Lieutenant Samoilov right away."
After Sidorin arranged the accompanying troops, he looked at Sokov and said sincerely: "Comrade Commander, the situation at the Barrier Factory is not optimistic. Even if there is a contraction regiment of Commander Belkin, it may not be easy to change the situation there. If you think it is too dangerous, you must withdraw it in time."
"Chief of Staff, thank you for your concern." Sokov smiled and nodded at Cidolin and said, "Don't worry, no matter what, I will come back alive. I will never die without defeating Faxi Temple and driving them out of our territory." He took a few steps towards the door with his assault rifle, suddenly remembered an important thing, and quickly stopped and told Cidolin, "By the way, Chief of Staff, there is another thing I almost forgot. Don't let Asia know about my trip to the barricade factory. I don't want her to worry about me. Do you understand?"
"Don't worry, comrade instructor." Sidolin nodded and said, "I will definitely keep it a secret for you." However, Sokov reminded him, and he also asked intently, "Do you need to send a few health workers to act with you?"
Chapter completed!