Chapter 2018 The Crown Prince and Pershing II
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"According to what you said, the U.S. Army is going to serve the Navy? If so, how many thousand of us are enough?" Pershing said with some dissatisfaction.
"Handling? Thousands of people? No, you don't understand what I mean." His Royal Highness smiled and shook his head and said: "Actually, the navy and the army support each other. The navy maintains the army's logistics transportation line, while the army guarantees In order to ensure the safety of the navy's ports and bases, when the army occupies some key ports, Japan's army of more than 100,000 on the island of New Guinea will definitely try to destroy these ports, because the navy can only continue to advance with the support of the port. Therefore, the situation of the land battle between the two sides has changed from the previous offensive of your country's army deep into the interior of Guinea to a large-scale defensive battle relying on the advantage of the sea! In this case, the advantages and disadvantages have been completely reversed." Crown Prince Said.
This set of tactics was actually born out of the island-hopping tactics in history. It only attacked and controlled key nodes, and then let the Japanese troops on those other nodes be isolated and blocked, and eventually rotted like grapes on a vine! History has proved that doing so is undoubtedly the most economical, the most stable, and the least casualty.
Of course, the island hopping strategy does not mean that all large islands can be avoided. Historically, at the end of World War II, the Americans still had to send a large number of troops to occupy the entire territory of the Philippines. And what about this plane? If the United States wants to fully achieve its goals, then Kalimantan must be occupied! If the island of New Guinea has more military significance, then Kalimantan Island has political, economic and military significance coexisting!
Is New Guinea rich in resources? It must be rich. The copper mines here are famous in the world, but it is a pity that the development level is too low. But Kaliman Island is different. As of now, there are mainly two oil fields in the former Dutch East Indies, one is in the Palembang area of Sumatra Island, and the other is in Balikpapan, East Kalimantan Island! And this area also has a lot of resources such as bauxite, silver ore, nickel ore, coal, etc., many of which are in relatively inland areas. If these places cannot be controlled by the US military, then rely on Kaliman Island Internal river and land transportation, these materials can be mined and then continuously transported to Sarawak (northwest of Kalimantan Island) under British control. Then export the exchange area funds.
That is to say, in fact, the Kalimantan Island under the control of Japan is completely a chicken that can lay golden eggs, and if the United States and Germany only control some isolated coastal ports, it will not prevent Japan from continuing to use the resources on the island for profit , so this matter is embarrassing...
Therefore, if you want to win completely, the United States and Germany can implement island hopping in New Guinea, and they can continue to hop in Sulawesi! In Kalimantan, the armies of the two countries must be prepared for a large-scale land battle! Only after completely destroying the mineral facilities on the island controlled by the Japanese, can Virtue say that he has finally won. As for whether to continue to advance north and attack the Philippines? It is estimated that the situation will not allow it. Germany will not let this war last too long, nor will Britain and France agree. As for the Americans? I'm afraid he doesn't have the courage, does he? Who knows what the next president thinks?
Therefore, as far as the current situation is concerned, the task of taking Kalimantan Island back from the Japanese has been considered completed. At least Pershing et al. think so.
"Then how do you think the land battle in Kalimantan will unfold? On the western front or on the eastern front?" Pershing asked.
"To be honest, I have no experience in fighting on tropical islands, but considering the fighting area and the total number of troops between the two sides, I feel that neither side can establish a front across the entire island.
Therefore, the combat method should be dominated by mobile warfare. Inland river gunboats, tanks, armored vehicles, and highly mobile artillery will become the engines of the attack, while infantry personnel on trucks will become an important auxiliary force, and mountain warfare and jungle warfare troops will also be Very active. "Rupprecht didn't finish his sentence this time. Because to be honest, apart from some historical battles in his head, he also has black eyes!
Speaking of large-scale armored assault? That's impossible. As far as Kalimantan's dense jungles and swamps and road conditions are concerned, tanks and armored vehicles are difficult to use on a large scale, and who knows what a Maybach engine suitable for the European climate and environment will look like in Southeast Asia? Weapons such as tanks and assault guns may be broken down into battalion and company levels for use. Except for some large-scale siege battles, the fighting situation is more likely to be mobile warfare. As for how to fight? Take it easy.... The only thing that is certain is that the beginning of this kind of war will definitely make the German and American armies uncomfortable.
"Well, this issue can be discussed later, but at present, at least we have a huge advantage in equipment. After all, Japan is only an agricultural country, and their industrial level is not at the same level as ours." Pershing said.
"We will have an advantage in equipment, but it is hard to say whether it is an overwhelming advantage. After all, we can provide equipment for the US Army, and Britain and France can also provide some heavy equipment for the Japanese. But you can rest assured that German equipment is definitely better than that of Britain and France. Be nice."
"Moreover, we have already begun to consider the combat effectiveness of these equipment in the environment of Southeast Asia. The Kingdom of the Netherlands purchased some equipment from us and shipped them to the East India for testing. Our people followed, and I believe they will be available soon. Produce a practical report and improvement plan." Ruprecht said.
"Really? You are so thoughtful. We will never forget your help and support to the United States of America. Thank you for your efforts and dedication." Pershing said happily after hearing this.
"This is what we should do. After all, we are allies." The prince said with a smile: "At least, for now." Then the crown prince murmured again.
"This time there were three members of the American delegation. Taft didn't have a good impression of Germany, Benson was actually more neutral, and Pershing was pro-German. After all, during the Boer War, Pershing and Carrip We have worked together before, and the two sides have been old friends for more than ten years, and the U.S. Army relies more on German equipment. Whether it is in terms of personal relations or business affairs, Pershing is very inclined to Germany. Although this start is not Gold, but at least it's silver!" Ruprecht thought to himself after the meeting with Pershing was over.
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