Burning Moscow

After Lieutenant Sergeikov finished speaking, I did not make any comments. Instead, I turned my eyes to the three group leaders present and carefully observed the expressions on their faces.

Gydar stared at the map on the table intently, as if he was considering the feasibility of what Sederikov said.

After Oleg and Kosca looked at each other, Oleg asked: "Captain Sederikov, based on what you just said, calculated from the number of offensive troops, an assault squad plus A support detachment is exactly the strength of a company. Is my understanding correct?"

Sederikov nodded, agreeing with what Oleg said.

Oleg hurriedly asked again: "Do you think our existing company is capable of the task you just mentioned?"

Sergeikov shook his head slowly and replied in earnest: "Comrade Oleg, I can tell you responsibly: No, at least at the current level of the division, let alone a company. It is impossible to produce a ready-made assault team even with four or five companies. So we should require every platoon, squad, and fighter to learn assault tactics. This will be what we will do in the next few days. Training focus."

When Sergeikov finished speaking, Gaidar turned his attention away from the map, looked at me and said, "Comrade commander, I would like to ask you a question. What is the purpose of the group army command to seize this settlement? I know that from the map, the settlement is five kilometers west of our defense line. There is no danger around it. Even if it is taken, it is not easy to defend, because the enemy's offensive forces can easily intercept our defense. The connection between the army and the main force."

I have to talk about Gaidar’s question. When I asked the point, several heads turned their eyes to me and waited quietly for me to say the answer. Gaidar would raise such a question, in fact, it was long before my expectation, after all, they were only released from the punishment camp. Do not understand the current situation of the battle. Ten thousand steps back and said, even if they stay in the army, at their level, it is impossible to understand the combat intentions of the commander of the group army. All they can do is to direct the troops to attack or transfer according to the orders issued by their superiors.

But since they are now my regiment commander, then I want them to understand the true combat intentions of the group army, so I stood up, leaned forward, pointed at the map and said to them: "Look at the current group army. Along the Renok-Spardanovka-Orlovka line, fortifications have been built based on villages and hills. From the current intelligence analysis, the enemy is moving towards the Spardanovka area. Assemble heavy troops. Attempt to break through the defense line of our army from here."

"But, comrade commander, what does this have to do with our seizure of settlements?" Kesijia asked inexplicably.

"Because we have constructed new fortifications on the 158 and 165 high grounds of Spardanovka, if the enemy attempts to break through this area, it will definitely pay a heavy price. Once the enemy attacks here, it will be frustrated. Later, in accordance with their usual style of play, they will definitely turn their attacking spearhead to the Reynok and Orlovka areas. These two areas are plains, and there is no dangerous terrain to defend. The enemy relies on their superior strength and weaponry. , Can completely break through the defense of our army. In this way, they can detour back to Spardanovka, encircle our defenders here, and annihilate them. The commander of the group army understood this sinister intention of the enemy, So Renok and Orlovka were ordered to attack troops in the defensive area, to contain the enemy in front of them, so that they could not mobilize their troops to assemble in the Spardanovka area. Disrupt the enemy’s plan and accumulate strength for our army. Implement a counterattack to buy precious time." At this point, I intentionally paused and observed everyone's reactions, and saw that their faces showed a comprehensible expression. Then he continued: "And our division's attack on residential areas is only a small part of the group army's entire containment operation."

After listening to me, Sederikov first stated: "I understand, comrade commander. In the next three days, the focus of our training for the soldiers should be to teach them how to seize the buildings occupied by the enemy. Things."

"That's right, Comrade Captain." I expressed support to him in public in time, "Then you will be responsible for the training of the whole division. The three of you must obey the command of Captain Sergeikov. Understand?" In the next sentence, I was looking at the other three leaders and asked.

"Understood!" The three team leaders quickly stood up and answered neatly.

I turned to ask Ke Sijia, who was in charge of unloading the truck just now: "Comrade Captain, what is the convoy that came back with me just now?"

Koscar had just sat down, hearing my question, got up again quickly, and replied respectfully: "Report to Comrade Commander, a total of 20 trucks have arrived. In addition to two vehicles for carrying soldiers, one is for transporting communication equipment. Besides. The remaining seventeen vehicles, except for five that transport food, all the rest are all kinds of weapons and equipment, including two hundred boxes of grenades..."

"Oh my God, two hundred boxes of grenades! This is really great!" Sergeikov couldn't wait to interrupt Koska's words, and said to me excitedly, "Comrade commander, grenades are an indispensable weapon for soldiers in assaults. When assaulting from a distance, the smoke generated by the grenade explosion can shield the enemy’s vision; when we approach the enemy’s building, the soldiers will throw the grenade in from the window to kill the hidden inside. enemy."

Hearing Sergeikov’s words so methodically, I couldn’t help feeling a move. His talents have been appreciated by Cui Koff. At the same time, I plan to promote him to deputy commander after completing this mission. Then I might as well simply make this. Give him the command of the second battle, let him make a battle plan, by the way, see what his abilities are.

Thinking of this, I didn't hesitate anymore, and said decisively: "Comrades, regiment commander, I intend to let Captain Sergeikov draw up the battle plan and direct this battle. Do you have any different opinions?"

After I finished speaking, the four of them fell silent. After a while, Captain Corsca took the lead to speak out: "I agree with the commander's proposal, no opinion."

"I have no different opinions either." Captain Oleg was the one who spoke next.

"I don't have any comments." It was Captain Gaidar who made the final statement.

Sergeikov leaned over to me, lowered his voice and said, "Comrade commander, is this appropriate? You know, I only served as a battalion commander before. If you want me to command a division, I'm afraid I can't do it."

I glanced at him. Waved his hand at him and said lightly: "Needless to say, I believe you. From now on, when to train. When to attack, you alone are in charge. In other words, you are solely responsible for this division. command."

I just said a few simple words that actually made the light in his eyes flash, and seemed to have admiration for me. After a brief loss, he quickly recovered his calmness. He straightened his body and said in a calm tone to the other three heads: "Comrades, we will continue the meeting next.

First of all, everyone knows that even if the commanders have a brave commando, if they do not make adequate preparations for offense. To win is in vain. Our assault should be carefully prepared, and every detail must be accurately considered. Study the assault target and designate an assault plan. At this time, there are two major elements of preparation.

Secondly, time and suddenness. These are two extremely important factors for the successful maneuver of the commando. What every commander in command of a commando team needs to learn is how to use time and suddenness. It is of decisive significance in the battle to seize settlements, especially in the close combat that may occur in the city in the future. "At this point, he paused and looked at Captain Gaidar who was sitting across from him," Comrade Gaidar. "

Gaidar stood up quickly. Respectfully asked: "Comrade Sejerikov, do you have any instructions?"

Before speaking, Sergeikov looked around and looked at the ceiling before he continued: "Comrade Gaidar, judging from the regiment headquarters you built. There should be construction engineers in your regiment? "

Gaidar nodded vigorously, and replied affirmatively: "Yes, there are about a dozen construction engineers, including two famous architects. There are houses and sculptures designed by them in Stalingrad. Needs. Am I calling them all here?"

Why did Sergeikov suddenly ask the construction engineer. You know we don’t need to repair fortifications at all? Although I was puzzled, since I kept silent, I looked at them quietly, waiting for the final answer to be revealed.

Sergeikov waved his hand at Gaidar and said with a smile: "Architects don't need to be. They are our country's precious wealth. When the war is over in the future, we will still need them to provide advice when we rebuild our homes. Comrade Gaidar, after the meeting is over, you go back and select a few clever fighters, organize a reconnaissance squad, and appoint a construction engineer, and set out to reconnaissance near the settlement we are going to attack.

Remember, let the scouts figure out the following information: the type of residential building, the thickness of the floor, the wall, the presence or absence of basements, where are the entrances and exits, the nature of the enemy’s fortifications, the location of hidden shooting holes, and the location of obstacles. Its shape, whether the enemy defender at the fire support point is likely to communicate with other friendly forces. "

Gaidar said with a grimace: "Comrade Captain, maybe our scouts can't get close to the settlement at all and cannot provide the information you need."

Sergeikov said confidently: "Comrade Gaidar, the reason why I asked you to have a construction engineer in the reconnaissance squad I sent is to let him observe the buildings in the residential area. You should know that any one Expert construction engineers can answer most of the questions I have just by looking at the appearance of this building.

Armed with this information, the commander in command of the commando can quickly ascertain the layout of the enemy's firepower point, its blasting fan and its dead ends. If we do not understand the daily life of the enemy’s defenders and the fire damage of adjacent buildings during reconnaissance, then our understanding of the target of the attack cannot be said to be complete. And complete information will undoubtedly have a direct impact on how we choose the most advantageous assault time. "

After explaining the task to Gaidar, he clicked on Oleg, who was sitting on the left side: "Captain Oleg!"

"Here!" The captain replied loudly while standing up, and then asked politely: "Comrade Captain, I don't know what your instructions are?"

"If I remember correctly, there are more than a hundred veterans with combat experience in your regiment." Sergeikov was not polite and asked straightforwardly.

"Exactly correct, Comrade Captain." Oleg replied: "The whole division has 300 commanders from the correctional camps. In addition to the 84 commanders including us, there are 216. Among them, there is a regiment of 23 and three. There are 47 people in the group and 31 people in the fourth group. There are 115 people in our group."

After hearing the data reported by Captain Oleg, I was very grateful to Cui Koff. Among the 20,000 soldiers added this time, there are commanders and fighters with combat experience. There were only five hundred people, and he added three hundred elite soldiers to my independent division. If I can't successfully complete the task he assigned to my teacher this time, I won't have the face to see him in the future.

I quickly calmed my mind and continued to listen to Sederikov's next words: "...The tactics of the commando are based on the rapid, brave, and proactive actions of each fighter. For the commando, , Must use the most flexible tactics, because suddenly the enemy fortified the building, after entering the intricate room occupied by the enemy, the commando will encounter a series of unexpected situations. The enemy may turn into a counterattack in the building. But if If the composition of the commando is all veterans, then don’t be afraid! Because we have seized the initiative and it is in our hands. We will fight fiercely with grenade, rifle, submachine gun, dagger, and shovel. The battle is fierce. So you should always be prepared to deal with accidents and don’t take it lightly."

After hearing Sergeikov's words, Oleg replied loudly: "Please rest assured, Comrade Lieutenant, that tomorrow we will gather the veterans together and deploy a part of strong recruits. Form several commandos. New and old. Together with joint training, the commandos can form combat effectiveness in a short period of time."

Sergeikov nodded in satisfaction, and then said to the eagerly awaited Corsca: "Captain Corsca."

Koska almost jumped up from the stool, raised his hand to salute, and said loudly: "Here! Comrade Xiejielikov, Captain Koska reports to you, and I am waiting for your instructions!"

Listening to Sergeikov giving orders to the three heads in a clear and methodical manner. I can't help but smile with relief. It seems that it is wise for me to hand over the command to Sergeikov. His joining has not only corrected several loopholes in my original plan, but also put forward many refreshing suggestions. It seems. It is precisely because of his supplement that the whole plan has become more complete. Although the plan would not necessarily fail without his joining, as a commander with rich combat experience, he was able to grasp the details of the battle. The adjustment of the key sequence played a finishing touch, and immediately made me feel like I was in front of my eyes. I can't help feeling secretly that he is a grassroots commander who has been in the army for more than a dozen. Since he can be transferred out of the correctional camp and entrusted by the Ministry of Internal Affairs with a heavy responsibility, it proves that he is truly extraordinary.

The combat meeting soon ended. Sederikov turned his side to ask me for instructions: "Comrade Commander, the meeting is over, can the meeting be adjourned?"

Seeing everyone's eyes looking at me, I quickly stood up and said to them: "A few commanders, wait a moment, I have something to announce. From now on, my division is located in If you have anything to report to the group headquarters of a group, you can directly contact me by telephone or walkie-talkie."

"Comrade Commander," Captain Oleg cried out, "but I don't have any communication equipment in my regiment!"

"Don't worry, there will be communication equipment and communicators." After comforting him, I shouted out loudly: "Sergeant Razumeyeva!"

Following my shout, Razumeyeva, who had been waiting for a long time, strode into the command post. After raising his hand to salute me, he stood quietly at the door.

I introduced to the four regiment leaders: “Comrades, this is Sergeant Razumeyeva, the communications team leader sent by the Command of the Group Army. She will distribute her subordinates and related communications equipment to each group. Regiment." At this point, I looked at Razumeyeva again, raised my voice and asked her: "Are you ready? Comrade Sergeant."

"Report to Comrade Commander, the communications class is already on standby."

"Okay! Then you can assign the manpower to each group now."

Razumeyeva agreed, turned her body slightly to the outside, and shouted, "Corporal Nadya, Corporal Gulyayeva, and Taya, the three of you, come in." The female newsletter named by her The soldiers walked in quickly, and as soon as they entered the door, they stood in a neat row beside her~www.wuxiaspot.com~Razumeyeva kept giving orders: "Nadya, you take one Male soldier, take a walkie-talkie and ten telephones to Captain Oleg’s Second Regiment; Corporal Gulyayeva, you also take a male soldier, take a walkie-talkie and telephone, to Captain Kosca’s Third Regiment; Taya, senior soldier, you and the male soldier will report to the Fourth Regiment of Gydar with the walkie-talkie and telephone. The rest of the communicator will stay with me in Lieutenant Sederikov’s regiment."

When I listened to Razumeyeva giving orders, I couldn’t help but nodded secretly. She was not idle during the time she was outside the door. She actually figured out the organization of independent divisions so quickly, and even the names of the heads of the regiments. Nothing is wrong.

Seeing that she had finished allocating the manpower, I urged the three of Oleg, Kosca, and Gaidar: "Hey, I said, Comrade Commander, what are you still waiting for? Don't hurry up and bring the communications back to your regiment. Go."

The three agreed, first moved to the corner of the wall and moved a walkie-talkie, and then left with the female soldiers assigned to their regiment.

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