Battle of the Third Reich Chapter 6: Collision (3)

"The Holy Spirit and our heart testify that we are children of God. The fastest renewal 【】Either children, heirs, heirs of God, and joint heirs with Christ. If we suffer with him, we must also be He is glorified together. I think if the present suffering is compared to the glory that will be revealed to us in the future, it is not a concern. Whether it is death, life, angels, powers, powers, and present things , Is the future, it is high, low, it is other created things, and it cannot separate us from the love of God.

This love is our heavenly Father in our Lord Christ Jesus. May everyone honor your name. May your kingdom come; may your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Our daily food is given to us today. Forgive our debts, just as we forgave people's debts. Don't let us meet temptation; save us from evil. Because the kingdom, power, and glory are all yours forever. Amen. "

Schneider gently closed the Bible in his hand. He raised his head and looked at the sunrise in the sky and took a long breath. His men lowered their heads and stood on their respective tanks and slowly stroked their chests. Cross.

The battle is about to begin, and these brave German soldiers have a foreboding in their hearts that this time may be their last battle. Three hours, only three hours away, this battle may be another ending, but now it is useless to say that the smoke and dust raised by the forward troops of the French team has filled the horizon. Schneider and his men had no choice. They had military duties on their shoulders. In order to complete the tasks assigned to them by the command, everyone was prepared for death in their hearts.

Schneider's company did not have a chaplain with the army, so he had to be the highest commander in the field to lead his soldiers to pray the last prayer before the battle. Schneider slowly scanned the familiar and young faces around him. He wanted to engrave the faces of those people deeply in his heart. Because Schneider knew that many of them would fall on the battlefield in the upcoming battle, perhaps including himself.

"The French forward has passed the hidden spot of the sentry, and is heading towards us." The electrician leaned on the headset and reported loudly.

"Come here, I want to talk to him."

Schneider climbed onto the body of the tank and put on his communicator, then he turned around and loudly ordered to his subordinates: "Prepare for battle. All personnel enter their respective combat positions according to the predetermined plan."

"Yes, sir." The tankers agreed loudly to get into their tanks, and there was a "pop" in the woods that closed the armored hatch.

Schneider quickly got into the turret and closed the hatch above his head. The loader and gunner were already in their seats, and they nodded to the commander.

"Sir, it's ready." Crew Stevance reported in the headset.

"Come here."

"Yes."

"I am Lieutenant Schneider, report the observation." Schneider said into the intercom.

"Report sir, I am an observation post. The French vanguard has just passed near me, about one battalion of infantry, three or four trucks and armored vehicles. No tanks and artillery were found. They were marching quickly. "The sentry replied in a low voice.

"Continue to observe and report to me if you find the enemy's tank. Be safe and don't let the French find you. If you are exposed, you know what to do."

"Understand, sir, I will fight to the end."

"Idiot, I mean to let you escape, you must come back alive. The call is over."

Schneider took out the map from the document bag, and then leaned into it under the small fluorescent lamp mounted on the top of the turret to study it carefully.

"I’m Lieutenant Schneider, and the platoons are paying attention. Keep it hidden. The first French troops are infantry. Let them go and let the troops on the ground deal with them. Our target is the French tanks, no need for me. Emphasize this point. Don't fire without my order. Did you hear clearly?"

"Listen clearly, sir."

"Understood, Lieutenant." The platoon leaders replied loudly on the radio.

"Stevans, give me ground." Schneider ordered.

"Yes, sir... it's connected, sir." The mechanic quickly adjusted the radio frequency.

"Lieutenant Hans? I am Lieutenant Schneider."

"I am Hans, please speak."

"We have discovered the French pioneers. They will pass our ambush area soon. Please be prepared for battle. They have a battalion around, no luggage, all infantry, no tanks and heavy artillery. . You can start the action according to our predetermined plan." Schneider announced the enemy's situation loudly to the other party.

"Understood, we are ready for the battle and we have already waited for them to come. Don't worry, Lieutenant, leave everything to us." The other party's answer was firm and strong.

"That's good, keep in touch."

"Understood."

Schneider turned off the switch of the communicator and let out a breath.

The army led by Lieutenant Hans was the first and only support force that Schneider has obtained. Not long after Schneider received the order to stick to the army command, the convoy drove into the village in mighty force. Schneider almost couldn't believe his eyes.

It was a heavily armed logistics transport team. Their original task was to build a medium-sized integrated logistics supply station in the village occupied by Schneider. Unexpectedly, they arrived in this village early under the urging of the logistics commander who was too particular about efficiency. As a result, they happened to hit the sudden attack launched by the French. After learning of this news, the group army command was of course unwilling to give up this rare defensive force at this critical moment, so this logistics force was not allowed to retreat but was ordered to perform combat defenses that they had never experienced before. task.

Although it is a logistics force, this transport team has weapons that surprised Schneider. The infantry of the company that escorted the convoy is the strength he needs most now. Although most of them are rookies who have just been transferred from the rear, and they are also some hairy boys in their early twenties, but no matter what, these young men finally They are regular infantrymen who have received 16 weeks of rigorous basic infantry training. Apart from their lack of experience, they shouldn't be much worse than those French soldiers when fighting.

What makes Schneider even more happy is that this transport team is also equipped with a platoon of light tanks. This tank platoon composed of two Type II tanks and three Type I tanks is in battle with the French armored forces. It won't work, but if they are allowed to carry out mobile defense on infantry defensive positions, their 20mm machine guns and machine guns are enough to make them the most feared nightmare of French infantry.

Schneider also accidentally obtained three 75mm infantry guns and two base artillery shells, which are part of the transportation team’s supplies. Others have enough machine guns and rifles for an ordinary infantry regiment as well as The ammunition to maintain a regiment-level combat team for a day's battle, of course, there are a lot of other supplies, these things packed the seventy two-ton trucks.

The infantry began to work hard to build the defense line around the village. All the resources that could be used were used, and the munitions and supplies were unloaded directly on the battlefield. Lieutenant Hans ordered the trucks in the transport team to leave ten vehicles for use by the infantry, and the rest were immediately retreated to the rear, so that these unarmed vehicles would be lost for nothing in the upcoming battle. For the commander of the logistics force, it is an intolerable waste.

Schneider and Hans decided after discussing that they must abandon the defense-in-depth system in view of the current serious shortage of troops, and instead build a solid arc-shaped position with all their strength. They concentrated all their troops and firepower on this position, and the light tank platoon was placed behind this position as a mobile support force. This is a no-brainer. They only have 176 soldiers and thirty-two low-level sergeants. They simply cannot fully defend such a large village, let alone build a deep position.

Line defense is the most dangerous of all defense methods. As long as one point is breached, the entire line of defense will immediately collapse. But this is the only way to use a small number of troops to control a wide area. They can only make this choice.

While Schneider was concerned about the progress of the project, the military command finally sent a telegram that he could breathe a sigh of relief. The telegram clearly stated that the military command did not abandon them. It was only because the French attack was too sudden that it was temporarily unable to mobilize troops to support it. However, the news about the French attack has already received the attention of the Supreme Command. A strong reinforcements were dispatched, and they are now on their way. The Luftwaffe has also been dispatched to prevent the French team from advancing as much as possible and destroy their heavy equipment to reduce the pressure on them. The command required them to stay there until nine o'clock in the morning of the next day. Before that, no matter how much damage they suffered, they must hold on to their positions. They must persist at all costs until reinforcements arrive. The last signature on the telegram is Guderian.

Schneider and his soldiers received great comfort from this telegram. When they knew that the command did not abandon them and that even the Supreme Command was alarmed, the speed of preparations for battle increased. A lot of it, everyone devoted themselves to the work at hand with higher enthusiasm, and the German fleet flying over their heads quickly raised their low morale. Smiles began to appear on the faces of the soldiers, and they began to rebuild their confidence in whether they could hold onto the village.

But the officers are not as optimistic as the soldiers. Schneider and Hans and their men are all aware of the dangers they will face. Even if the Luftwaffe is brave and good at fighting, it will not be possible to wipe out the French troops, and the French still have an unknown number of armored troops. Unless the French can't bear to retreat after suffering such a fierce aerial attack, as long as the French army is Continuing their offensive, then this small position of oneself will face a catastrophe. But they will not show their worries in front of the soldiers. Keeping the morale of the soldiers will be very helpful for the upcoming battle. After all, no one is stupid enough to disturb their own military spirit.

The Luftwaffe's bombers flew over their heads in groups, slowly flying in the direction of the French team, and this scene continued until dark. The soldiers became more and more optimistic about their situation. They cheered and waved to the bombers, talking about what the French would be bombed into.

The officers did not participate in the discussion with the soldiers. They had more important work to do. The news sent to them by the command center worries them. Although the Air Force has caused heavy losses to the French team, it has not been able to completely stop them from moving forward. It seems that this time the French sent a stubborn commander to direct the attack. The intelligence sent back by the reconnaissance plane showed that although the French team had changed their forward course, they were still persistently advancing towards the German occupied area. The human vanguard will arrive at their village early the next morning at the latest.

The officers quickly convened an emergency meeting. They began to discuss the tactics used in the defensive battle and how to use the armored power of Schneider's company. At the beginning, everyone supported the use of these medium tanks as infantry support artillery in accordance with the original plan. Nineteen 75mm tank guns can play a key role in combat.

But Schneider put forward different opinions. He believed that the previously planned tactic is a temporary means in an emergency, and is not the best way to use the firepower of these tanks. Now the situation has changed. The Air Force grabbed them all night, and they now have time to consider tactics for more effective use of these armored forces.

Schneider proposed that his tank company take the initiative to set up ambush positions on the way the French team must pass. His reason is very good. Tanks are a mobile force. Using tanks as fixed turrets is the most passive way of defense. Not only can it not take advantage of the tank's dynamic and strong armor, but it will also become an ideal target for the opponent's long-range artillery. And it is not yet known whether the air force destroyed the French artillery units. If not, then instead of letting these tanks on the ground are smashed one by one, it is better to take the risk of setting up an ambush and take the initiative. Maybe you will get unexpected results. Effect.

His other reason made the officers unable to refute. The French armored units are still there. Traditional defense methods cannot withstand the impact of those tanks. Schneider pointed out that his ambush targets were those French tanks. They launched a surprise attack without precautions, even if they were unable to eliminate all the French tanks, they could at least drag them forward and create chaos. In this way, the pressure on the infantry would be reduced a lot. If the raid is successful , The French team’s offensive steps will definitely be disrupted, which can delay some time. If those supporting troops arrived in time at that time, most of the people on the ground might have survived. In order to win the final victory, even if one's own armor company is completely wiped out, it is worth a try. It is better to be served by the French army.

In the end, all the officers agreed with Schneider's opinion. Although Schneider's armored company may be wiped out in this plan, the risk is indeed worth taking. As long as there is a glimmer of hope, they will fight to the end.

"Sir, the French troops are here."

Rulf's whispered report came from the headset. The third row was placed on the westernmost side of the ambush position, which was the direction from which the French team came. Schneider placed his ambush position in a woods two kilometers away from the village, and the only road leading to the village just turned in front of the woods. This is the place where the law team must pass, as long as they have some heavyweights. The equipment will definitely move along the road, and they also own a group of tanks. This is the habit of the French team. It seems that they will not change even after this war is over.

The trees on the road side of the forest are very lush, and they are all tall shrubs. This is a natural tank ambush position. Tankers can clearly observe the road through the gaps in the trees and leaves. Everything, and the troops marching on the highway could not detect the existence of these dangerous peepers.

"Pay attention to concealment and let them pass." Schneider replied softly. He carefully pushed the hatch at the top, then leaned out his head and looked up the road with the telescope.

The French team slowly entered Schneider’s line of sight from the corner of the road. At the front was a team of advanced soldiers. They searched around and moved forward quickly. The French also dispatched reconnaissance troops on both sides of the road as usual. , But maybe these Frenchmen were taught by the Luftwaffe yesterday. Most of the attention of the soldiers is now in the air. No one is showing interest in the woods, which is only 500 meters away from the road. This makes Schneider secretly. Thank you for your good luck.

Behind these reconnaissance units are the infantry of the battalion. They lined up and marched in orderly columns. Schneider found that there were only a few poor cars in this force, which is really abnormal for a force of this size, but Thinking of the bombers that flew in groups yesterday afternoon, Schneider couldn't help smiling knowingly. The troops in front of them must have lost most of their heavy equipment in yesterday's air raid, and may even have lost most of their luggage. Judging from the posture of the French infantry marching, their morale has suffered a major blow. It seems that the French offensive has reached the end of the force. Schneider suddenly established his confidence in his position until the arrival of reinforcements.

The law team in front of us had a full battalion, and the blue Adriatic helmets gathered into a long blue dragon winding along the highway. Two French wheeled armored vehicles were kept on guard on both sides of the road. The one on the left of the road was slowly passing by less than a hundred meters in front of Schneider, but the French did not find the tank hiding in the woods. He continued to sway forward, but he was alive and scared out of the cold sweat of the armored lieutenant.

It’s no wonder that the dark gray paint on German tanks was originally chosen to hide in bushes like Europe. This color can make them well concealed in the denseness that is common in central Europe. In the shadow of the bushes. It was not until they encountered the rare bushes and large yellow soils on the Soviet battlefield that they eliminated this kind of painting that was like a target there, but this dark gray with a slight blue color was It became the logo of the Reid team in future movies and television, and this color was even marked with the title of German gray by later generations.

The French marching speed is obviously higher than their usual speed. In normal times, the French team is marching in a seemingly swaying marching posture, and the speed is the slowest of the European troops. Among the European mixed forces, the biggest nightmare of the German infantry is being ordered to march behind a French infantry unit. As the fastest paced army in Europe, the Germans have to be very careful along the way so as not to treat the French. The heel is trampled off.

But now this French army has abandoned their usual high-spirited gait. It seems that the Luftwaffe has had a great influence on them. This French team looks like they are being chased by someone. After a while, these French infantrymen walked out of Schneider's vision and disappeared on the other side of the road.

"Lieutenant, another infantry unit." Rulf's voice rang in the headset again.

"Let them go, our target is the opponent's tank."

"Understood."

The troops coming this time are obviously larger than the forwards. It looks like there are more than two thousand people, but there are still only a few poor transport vehicles. Probably because of the safe passage of the forward force, this force was completely unguarded. They just walked past Schneider’s muzzle in such a magnificent manner. No one realized that they were actually so close to death.

Schneider watched the law team in front of him and swallowed. As long as his continuous volley of 75mm high-explosive grenades can wipe out at least a quarter of the French soldiers in front of him, their team is too dense. , I believe that one cannonball can easily shred a platoon of infantry. But Schneider still managed to suppress his firing. He wanted more prey than these. He didn't want to destroy his carefully prepared trap for the infantry.

Schneider noticed the 40mm anti-tank guns and 65mm light infantry artillery towed by these French soldiers. These artillery were towed solely by infantry, and he did not see the supporting ammunition vehicles. It seems that the ammunition of these artillery has been basically destroyed in the bombing, and the soldiers will probably carry a limited amount.

As long as it is not for continuous firepower, the defensive position in front of the village will definitely be able to persist. Schneider cheered for the Luftwaffe in his heart. These proud vultures can indeed be proud of their technology.

At this time, there was a vaguely fierce gunfire from the village. It seemed that the French forward troops had engaged with the blocking position. The French troops in front of them began to speed up after a commotion. The judges Standing on the top of the truck and shouting loudly at the team, the infantry quickened their pace and trot towards the village. Five minutes later, only a piece of raised dust on the road in front of Schneider was slowly falling.

"Sir, the sentry reported that the target has appeared." Stevans reported loudly.

"What? Hurry, I want to talk to him." Schneider quickly got back into the turret.

"I am Schneider, report the situation soon."

"Sir, the French armored unit has just passed in front of me. There are fifteen h35s, six b1s, ten trucks and two petrol trucks, and a team of cars in the team. I also saw a French communications vehicle, two towed 37mm anti-tank guns and a large-caliber anti-aircraft gun, possibly 79mm. This seems to be their division headquarters." With excitement.

"Okay, great, is there anything else missing? Do they have infantry troops to follow?"

Schneider was overjoyed when he heard the news. If the sentinel’s report is true, then destroying the French command may completely turn the tide of the battle. Of course, he still has to clean up the tanks and artillery before then. Schneider is not willing to be himself In order to destroy a car, his subordinates were beaten into a ball of fire. They had to protect themselves before gaining the result. The goal of the tanker was always the one that threatened him most.

"Only two trucks were carrying some infantry, sir."

"Okay, you did a good job, continue to observe, and report to me immediately if you have any situation."

"Yes, sir."

After finishing the call with the sentinel, Schneider set the switch to the inter-vehicle communication frequency, and he solemnly ordered to his men: "Attention, all, our goal has appeared, and it is coming to us. I hope everyone To be able to perform at the best level, behind us are more than two hundred infantry soldiers and a position that we must hold firmly, so we must never let go of a French tank. I understand it."

"Understood, sir." The captains answered firmly and neatly.

"Okay, let me emphasize again. Our goal is tanks. We can only attack other targets if we eliminate those tanks. The other side also has two 37 guns and one 79 guns. These three goals are given to Three rows, Rulf, you have to make sure to kill the French before they use these things to blow us up into the sky."

"Yes, sir." Rulf answered confidently.

"The other platoons pay attention to attacking each other’s tanks. The other side has fifteen h35s. We have encountered this before. I think everyone knows how to deal with it. But this time the French still has six b1s. We We have never played against this type of tank before. We only learned a little from the information sent by the War Department. I heard that it is difficult to deal with. Everyone must be careful and pay attention to the weak links in attacking it, understand?"

"Understood, sir."

"Sir, here they are." Rulf called out loudly.

"Well, everyone, listen to my orders. Everyone is ready. Let's teach the French armored soldiers a good lesson."

Schneider pushed open the top cover, picked up the telescope and looked up the road.

The first thing that appeared in the telescope's field of vision were two French h35 medium tanks, a weapon that made German armored soldiers a headache. This medium tank with a 40 mm armored shell is only not much larger than the German II tank, which makes its internal space very narrow. I really don't know how the French put the three tankers in it.

Its maximum speed is only 30 kilometers. This is an infantry tank with obvious slowness, which means that it is only suitable for supporting infantry attack. In the field of tank battle, the German IV can easily go around. It goes in circles.

This tank is equipped with a beautiful streamlined turret, which is surprisingly bulletproof. In addition, the short-barreled 37mm gun with only 21 times the diameter is also very powerful. Although it can’t pose a big threat to the German Type III and Type IV tanks~IndoMTL.com~, it can deal with those thin and poor ones. The second type is easy to do.

The biggest headache for German tankers is that its heavy armor and beautiful bullet-proof shape make it difficult to be destroyed. Unless it hits a weak side, it can spray blue smoke on you even if it hits a dozen shells. Dangling in front of him, he would be bitten by that small cannon accidentally. In the early stage of the Battle of France, many German tanks were carried down by this tank.

But now it can no longer cause any trouble to Schneider and the others. They knew its weaknesses a long time ago, and they all knew how to deal with it.

As French tanks appeared on the road one after another, this small tank company of Schneider was about to launch a dangerous raid. Perhaps this company would disappear from the German sequence after this adventure, but in At that time, no one showed the slightest hesitation.

The German tankers are going to use their lives to prove to the world what a fearless heart is beating under the heavy gray armor.

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