Collecting property is one of the privileges of the victor. The consequences of trying to hide it are very dangerous. It is already good if you don’t pry open the mouth and break out the gold teeth. Allowing the retention of meaningful personal items such as wedding rings further highlights the moral bottom line of the southern African army.
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Rock didn't think about turning the Southern African army into a civilized division that never made any mistakes. That was simply impossible. The army also needed to be profit-driven to ensure sufficient aggressiveness.
Arnim and Messe were seriously ill-prepared for the Allied attack.
Referring to the performance of the British army, even if the southern African army is a little stronger than the British army, it will not be much stronger. In the view of Anim and Messer, even if the German and Italian armies cannot defeat them, they will not be defeated so quickly.
The consequences of choosing the wrong reference object are serious. The combat effectiveness of the southern African army is vastly different from that of the British army. In just one day, the Allied forces broke through the German and Italian army's defense lines in many places. The German and Italian armies under attack quickly collapsed.
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Arnim and Messi had no time to reorganize the defense line, and the entire front quickly collapsed.
On January 4, Allied bomber forces carried out air strikes on Tunisia. Tunisia's airports and ports, warehouses, military camps, and other military targets were damaged to varying degrees.
The airport was heavily bombed by Allied bombers, and the damage was particularly heavy. All four runways were destroyed. The Allies used high-explosive bombs weighing more than 1,000 pounds during the bombing. Many huge craters were blasted out of the runways, and repairs are far away.
The port was also seriously damaged, and the forts protecting the port were given priority. When bombing the forts, the Allied forces used a newly developed ground-penetrating bomb, which can penetrate the concrete roof above the fortress.
Internal explosion.
An earth-penetrating bomb hit the fort ammunition depot, causing the ammunition to explode. After the violent explosion, the ammunition depot and the two nearby forts disappeared. A cruiser and two destroyers docked in the port were also sunk. North Africa
The legion's connection with mainland Italy was completely severed.
While the Allied forces in North Africa were launching a full-scale attack, the British government was not idle either.
On January 3, the First Army commanded by Major General Kenneth Anderson arrived in North Africa and joined the operation against the German and Italian forces in North Africa.
Anderson participated in World War I and was wounded in the Battle of the Somme. After the outbreak of World War II, he served as commander of the 11th Brigade and joined the British Expeditionary Force to fight in France.
Before arriving in North Africa, Anderson served as commander of the Second Army and concurrently as commander of the eastern region. Instead of going to Egypt, he landed in Algiers and accepted the command of General Patton.
Anderson never forgot the humiliation of Dunkirk and did not want to miss the final battle against the German and Italian forces. After arriving in North Africa, he took the initiative to request Patton to fight, and his attitude was very determined.
The British First Army is very powerful and is composed entirely of British soldiers, including the Fifth Army and the Ninth Army. The artillery, tanks and other heavy weapons equipped by the troops are provided by Southern Africa.
Taking into account the coordination of interests within the Allies, Patton agreed to Anderson's request and handed over the task of attacking Tunisia to the First Army led by Anderson.
Anderson was very happy. Tunisia was located at the core of the German-Italian defense zone. The troops guarding Tunisia were Italian. This was the best opportunity to wash away the shame.
Anderson must not have read the battle report on Volgograd, otherwise Anderson would not have taken it so lightly.
No matter how weak a country is, it has merit as long as it forms an army and appears on the battlefield.
Indians are still good at fighting against the wind.
Not to mention the Italians who performed amazingly in Russia.
One characteristic of Italians is that they will not show real fighting power unless they are forced into a desperate situation.
On the Russian battlefield, even if the Italians had a chance of survival, they could not break out of the Russian encirclement.
Tunisia is the main port for the North African Army to obtain supplies, and it is also the only channel to communicate with mainland Italy.
Although the Mediterranean Fleet and the Cyprus Squadron have blocked the Mediterranean, as long as Tunisia is controlled by the German-Italian coalition, the North African Army will have the opportunity to withdraw to Italy.
If Tunisia is occupied by the Allies, then hope will be completely lost. For the Italians, this will be another desperate battle.
The Italians never disappoint, and once again broke out with amazing combat effectiveness in desperate situations. Not only did the British First Army's attack fail, but they were counterattacked by the Italians. Not only did the Fifth Army suffer heavy losses, but they were also captured by the Italians.
A large amount of military supplies including oil were obtained.
"Andersen was seriously underprepared for the difficulties. His troops advanced lightly and were sniped tenaciously by the Italians. The Ninth Army was raided by German armored forces. 100 of the 260 tanks were lost, and about 150 vehicles of military supplies were lost - I
I have a question, the British came all the way to North Africa just to deliver supplies to the Italians?" Patton Jr. said without hesitation. It was already 1943, the other Allied forces had won, and only the British army was still being beaten.
"Even if they get some military supplies, the Italians can't even think of changing the outcome. They have no way to retreat and can't fly." Eisenhower had a plan and knew how to save face for the British.
The First Army led by Anderson was composed entirely of British troops, unlike the Eighth Army led by Montgomery.
Even the Eighth Army, which is dominated by the Indian army, is advancing vigorously, but the First Army, composed entirely of British troops, has collapsed in Tunisia.
Now we can understand why Britain refused to give up India no matter what.
No one expected that India would become the only fig leaf for the British Empire.
"General, the Eighth Army led by General Montgomery has occupied Tripoli and is advancing rapidly towards Tunisia." Giraud's adjutant sent over the latest battle report. Montgomery finally saved the British Empire.
"Marshal, the 17th Armored Division has arrived at Bourguiba and is ready to launch an attack on Tunisia at any time." General Patton had just been promoted to marshal by Rock, and Angel was also promoted at the same time.
Patton and Angel now serve as the commanders-in-chief of the Allied forces in North Africa and the Far East respectively. Their rank of general is low, and they have a bunch of marshals under their command, who are unable to control the situation.
In southern Africa, only Roque had the military rank of marshal before. The other marshals were constantly leaving, and there was a serious shortage of jobs.
With Barton and An Qi's qualifications, they have long been qualified to be promoted to marshal. This is not to encourage others.
"Then let's get started. Tell Liang Hao that I'm waiting for good news from him." Patton did not hesitate. He had already given the British a chance. He couldn't blame others if he couldn't seize it.
Little Patton felt depressed for a while. The Americans also had opportunities, but they didn't seize them.
Southern Africans are not good at seizing opportunities, but they have never betrayed trust.
Bourguiba is about 50 kilometers away from Tunisia. The British First Army led by Anderson is resting in Bourguiba.
It was precisely because the 17th Armored Division arrived in time that the German-Italian forces that pursued Bourguiba were repelled, and the British escaped. Otherwise, the losses would have been even worse.
Anderson was not grateful to Liang Hao for saving his life, and even believed that the 17th Armored Division had stolen the victory that originally belonged to the First Army. The shame was not avenged, and new hatred was added. Anderson disliked everyone.
Bourguiba is a port, but it cannot dock large ships, and the city does not cover a large area. The camps of the First Army and the 17th Armored Division are both on the outskirts of Bourguiba.
The First Army suffered heavy casualties, with approximately 5,000 people missing and nearly 1,000 injured, of which approximately 100 were seriously injured.
Anderson was indeed ill-prepared. Although the British army imitated the southern African army and added field hospitals, the capabilities and equipment levels could not keep up. The number of doctors and nurses was not enough, so they had to request support from the 17th Armored Division.
No, it's not a request.
Anderson asked the 17th Armored Division to provide medical assistance, including not only doctors and nurses, but also medical supplies.
"Must, immediately, no matter what - why do these words sound so uncomfortable -" Anderson's telegram aroused Liang Hao's disgust.
When asking for support, you must have a requesting attitude. To put it nicely, they are all allies, and Liang Hao will not ignore them.
Even though Southern Africa was once a British colony, it is now an independent country and its strength far exceeds that of the British Empire. The United Kingdom must rely on the help of Southern Africa to fight against the German threat.
Not everyone can understand the situation clearly. Some people's thinking is still stuck a hundred years ago, which is simply an antique.
"The British probably think that if they whistle, we will run over like Indians to provide services to the noble British -" Feng De, the commander of the 179th Armored Brigade, sneered. If he had known better, he would have let the tank crews take control.
Now that the speed is over, it’s the Italians who want to teach the British a lesson.
"Reply to General Anderson, our doctors and nurses are very busy and are unable to provide help." Liang Hao refused directly, considering the overall situation?
Take care of your sister!
Why do the British ignore the overall situation and can't even speak? If Liang Hao agrees to Anderson's request, he will be a swordsman.
The telegram was sent, and Anderson's phone call came soon after.
"Hello -" Liang Hao still asked the operator to take the call. After all, the operator was innocent and could not embarrass the operator.
"Liang, our wounded are waiting for treatment in the field hospital. What are your doctors and nurses doing?" Anderson asked in a bad tone.
"What are our doctors and nurses doing, and what does it have to do with you?" Liang Hao said in a firm tone, please forgive me for the injured British soldiers, the responsibility lies with your commanders.
"Don't forget that we are allies. Is this your attitude towards your allies? I reserve the right to hold people accountable -" Anderson threatened Liang Hao and would report him if he didn't send someone over.
"Is this your attitude towards your savior? Many people in the 17th Armored Division were injured in previous battles, and now they are unable to provide help." Liang Hao is not afraid of filing a lawsuit, and he can fight the lawsuit slowly.
"I'm sorry, there's something wrong with my attitude. Please help me. For the sake of the families of the wounded soldiers -" Anderson finally softened, and he could have said no earlier.
The poor bones by the river are like those in a spring boudoir dream.
Liang Hao is not a hard-hearted person, so it is for the sake of the families of the wounded soldiers.
The ambulance full of doctors and nurses roared into the field hospital. Before the vehicle could stop, Robert, the chief doctor of the 17th Armored Division Field Hospital, jumped out of the car and joined the rescue of the wounded.
Robert is a professor and surgical expert at the First Military Medical College in Southern Africa. He is known as Luo Yidao at the First Military Medical Hospital.
"Thank God, you are finally here -" the officer in charge of the field hospital took the initiative to greet him, his face full of joy.
"Where are the most dangerous casualties? Is the operating room ready?" Robert is not polite, time is of the essence.
"Please come this way. There are too many wounded people to deal with. We need attending doctors, medicines, plasma -" the officer took Robert to the operating room.
The conditions of the field hospital are not good. The operating room is a tent, which definitely cannot meet the sterility standards. There are many stretchers parked at the door. The wounded soldiers are bleeding and wailing. The wounds are directly exposed to the air. No one is handling them at all, even the most basic hemostasis.
Didn't do anything.
There must be a lack of plasma.
Robert wasted no time and walked directly into the operating room. Lying on the operating table was a major with a chest injury, but the condition was not serious and it was not fatal if not treated in time.
"Hans, you handle it -" Robert called a doctor to take over, turned and walked out of the operating room. There were many wounded soldiers at the door, obviously more serious than the major.
"Mr. Robert, are you the chief doctor?" the officer guarding the door of the tent asked proactively.
The badge on Robert's chest has his name and identity.
"Yes, the condition of the gentleman inside is not serious. Hans can handle it." Robert had already begun to check the injury of a second lieutenant who had suffered severe abdominal trauma.
The second lieutenant's face was full of gratitude, and his "thank you" voice was weak.
"Don't talk, save your strength -" Robert was experienced and had already started to ask the nurse next to him for a scalpel.
"Doctor, Major Campbell is the nephew of Lord Alexander -" the officer took the initiative to introduce the identity of the major inside.
"Are you going to teach me how to do things? Stay away from me and don't hinder my work -" Robert, you're welcome. Major Campbell can't die. If the second lieutenant doesn't deal with it immediately, his life will be in danger at any time.
"Fuck, can you be gentler? Damn it, you're hurting me -" A voice of abuse suddenly came from the tent, and the voice was full of anger. It was true that he was not going to die.
"Hans, come here and be my assistant -" Robert called Hans out directly. Such a noble son would not serve him.
"I am not allowed to leave. If you dare to leave, I will shoot you to death." The major immediately became anxious and wanted everyone to die together.
Robert looked at the officer with anger in his eyes.
"Wait, Major Campbell, you can't do this." The officer rushed into the tent.
Boom!
Campbell really dared to shoot, but of course the gun was not pointed at Hans, and the bullet grazed Hans' thigh.
"I told you not to leave, or I will shoot you to death." Campbell howled wildly, and the officer was stunned.
"Okay, I won't leave. You put the gun down first, otherwise I'm worried it will go off." Hans was very calm and opened the medicine box to get the medicine.
"Okay, I'll put down the gun, you perform the surgery on me, and I'll thank you -" Campbell didn't want to die either.
"This is a painkiller, it can reduce your pain -" Hans stabbed Campbell's neck with a needle.
"Wucao really hurts -" Campbell didn't know Chinese characters, so what Hans took out was not an analgesic injection, but an anesthesia injection.
