The full moon is like a disk, and the silver light is like jade. Under the bright moonlight, huge teams are setting off from the camp and rushing to the designated destination.
Two more days passed, and on the night of April 11th, there were less than ten hours left before the full-scale offensive was launched.
The noisy environment and the imminence of the war made Li Mingyuan unwilling to rest.
Lifting the curtain with his right hand, he stood up and left the tent. More than a dozen guards immediately took action to guard Li Mingyuan.
Standing high above the camp, through the telescope, wisps of faint light came from the distance.
The large-scale mobilization of the National Defense Forces has stimulated the sensitive nerves of the Argentine troops. From the troop migration that started this evening, it is not difficult for the Argentine president to see the deployment of the Han troops.
The night was hazy, and the cool wind blew from the coast, blowing the military flags in the camp.
"Your Highness, the wind has picked up. Do you want to go back and rest?"
A guard approached Li Mingyuan and asked carefully.
"The wind has picked up, and the situation in the Pampas should change."
Li Mingyuan looked away from the city of Buenos Aires and looked up at the black cloud floating above his head, Li Mingyuan said thoughtfully.
The Pampas has abundant rainfall in April, and Buenos, located on the eastern edge of the Pampas, is more susceptible to marine weather because it is close to the coast.
Before the start of the war, the Wehrmacht was lucky enough to enjoy a few days of fine weather, but judging from the weather conditions tonight, tomorrow is likely to be another rainy day.
The established combat plan will not change due to weather changes. Li Mingyuan smoothed over his military uniform that was blown away by the wind, and said, "Send a letter to the Second Division and the Third Division to remind them to pay attention to the recent weather changes and try to avoid rainy weather.
Impact on combat.”
"It's His Highness. Your Majesty, please report to the communications company immediately!"
"Also, order the logistics troops to prepare defensive equipment in advance to prevent food and ammunition from being eroded by rain..."
Once the huge war machine is activated, it will mean that the Han Dynasty will
It will only end when one of the two Argentine sides falls.
On the night of the 11th, nearly three dozen troops from the Second Division, the Third Division, and the Third Division were divided into two groups and marched toward Buenos Aires from the flanks.
On the morning of the 13th, the rain gradually stopped in the gray sky. The soldiers of the 3rd Division and the 3rd Mixed Brigade had breakfast, carrying imitation National Defense Forces standard rifles, stepping on the bumpy ground, and marched towards Luo in a skirmish formation.
Mass position launched an attack.
On the frontline position of the National Defense Forces, rifles and artillery ammunition were fired densely at the charging soldiers.
Artillery and bullets formed a sharp blood net, constantly devouring the lives of attacking soldiers.
The nature of war is so cruel. The soldiers who first launched the attack had no cover that could effectively protect their bodies. At the same time, they faced the enemy's most violent firepower. The casualty ratio was the highest among all attacking units.
The Argentine defenders resisted desperately, and the commander of the National Defense Forces' assault force, who was strongly blocked by the opponent, had to suspend the attack and hurriedly withdrew with the remaining two hundred soldiers.
"Brigadier Commander, we have a clear understanding of the Argentinian defense situation. There are about 1,300 Argentine troops currently blocking us, and the number of regular troops is about 500."
"I need more detailed information about the enemy's artillery position, firepower intensity, and whether there are reserve forces."
Wu Fengdian asked the commander of the assault force with a stern face and a serious tone.
"There are two old-fashioned field guns on the opponent's position, and about three Gatling guns."
The assault officer took off his military cap, wiped his face covered with mud with his hands, and continued, "The Argentinian defenders gave up the high ground to the west of Mas Lomas town, leaving only troops to defend the city gate and surrounding walls.
I guess they don’t have enough troops, and their total strength does not exceed 2,000 at most.”
"Are the machine guns of the Argentine defenders different from before? Are our army's casualties mainly caused by the opponent's machine guns?"
After listening to the report of his officers, Wu Fengdian asked a question that he attached great importance to through personal observation on the battlefield.
"Brigadier Commander, I'm just about to report to you that the performance of the Argentinian machine guns has improved a lot compared to before. When I found the weak points of the opponent's positions the first two times, I had to retreat halfway because of the intensive firepower of their machine guns.
!”
After the assault officer finished speaking, he said with hatred in his eyes, "There are three company commanders in the first regiment and the second battalion. In the charge just now, one company commander and three platoon commanders died. Ever since I followed His Royal Highness in the rebellion, I have never
I have never suffered such a big loss!"
"War is fought at the expense of both the enemy and ourselves. When joining the army in a war, troop losses and casualties are inevitable."
Wu Fengdian's unkind words were a bit uncomfortable in the ears of the assault officer, but Wu Fengdian did not care about his feelings.
War is an ever-changing contest. The party that is hit is more likely to feel the weapon, and backward tactics bring pain. When the Han Dynasty started, it attached great importance to the use of machine gun tactics, and the improved machine guns were distributed to various regiments and battalions.
The power of rifle tactics, the Argentine president is also doing his best to increase the purchase of machine guns, artillery and other weapons to strengthen the strength of the Argentine army.
The changes in the Argentine army were somewhat reflected in the Battle of Mas Lomas, but the Han National Defense Force, which was also undergoing changes, would not give the other side a longer chance to develop and improve.
Argentina's frontal war must end within two months. Even if the Argentines resist desperately, Li Mingyuan and the senior generals of the National Defense Force will risk heavy casualties to hit the opponent hard and eliminate it!
The strength of the enemy forces on the front line has been roughly figured out. Wu Fengdian left two battalions behind to cooperate with the withdrawn assault troops to monitor the opponent's movements. He led a guard company of more than 100 soldiers and set off for the headquarters four kilometers away.
go.……
At the headquarters of the Third Division of the National Defense Force, Commander Li Sandou of the Third Division sat at the table and listened carefully to Wu Fengdian's report.
"General, the strength of the Lomas defenders is higher than we predicted. If we take Lomas before tomorrow afternoon as planned, our army will need to deploy two more 75mm artillery and a battalion for reinforcements.
Attacking force."
"Lomas is just a small town on the outskirts of Buenos Aires, and our army cannot spend more time entangled with the Argentines here.
Brigadier Wu, from now on, you will be responsible for the combat mission of attacking the strongholds around Buenos Aires. As long as you can remove the three main strongholds of Lomas, De Zamora and Floren within five days, the first
The troops of the Third Division are at your disposal!"
Li Sandou, who was gradually feeling powerless as he grew older, saw that his old partner Chen Guozhu retired due to illness and began to adapt to delegating power to the younger generation of military generals. However, he took a deep breath and wanted to lead the troops himself and follow
The crown prince Li Mingyuan broke into the city of Buenos Aires, and then watched the entire Argentina become the land of the Han people in South America. When he saw Li Mingyuan ascending the throne and becoming the emperor, he was willing to close his eyes and follow the underground servant Li Shixian and his former boss.
brother.
The country is picturesque, and a new generation replaces the old. Wu Fengdian understands that Li Sandou has only a few days left in the army. After the Argentine War, he will retire from active service, leave the military camp where he has fought for most of his life, and enjoy his twilight life.
Seeing Li Sandou's resignation and unwillingness, Wu Fengdian hoped to fight the current war well and lay a more dazzling glory for his future military career.