Chapter 1824 You Must Take Me with You!

Vatutin's order was issued as it should be, and the remaining problem is "how to execute" for Malashenko.

As usual, Vatutin still only issued a basic order, guiding Malashenko in the general direction that must be done.

As for how to operate at the specific tactical level, Vatutin did not have too many requirements, which means that Malashenko can still make his own decisions as usual.

Needless to say, this is not only a manifestation of Vatutin's absolute trust in Malashenko, but also a proof of the tacit cooperation between superiors and subordinates without too many words. Comrade Lao Ma naturally understands this truth.

"I have said everything I should say, what about you? What are you going to do?"

It is not only Malashenko who can understand Vatutin's intention, but also our political commissar.

The invisible tacit cooperation exists not only between Malashenko and Vatutin, but also between our division commander and political commissar, a perfect pair of partners.

"What else can we do? We can only divide our troops."

"Fortunately, the losses in yesterday's battle were not great, and the battle to annihilate the bastards of the Great German Division the day before yesterday was not a serious injury. As long as the logistics supply is in place and both ends can be ensured to be reliable enough, it is feasible to divide the troops, but there must be priorities and main directions for the use of troops. We cannot just divide the troops equally in half.

Although the train robbery and the encirclement and suppression of the northern salient are of the same level of importance, due to the different enemies faced by the two different war zones, Malashenko must decide on a main direction for the use of troops. We cannot just divide the troops equally in both directions.

Looking at the red circle marked on the closer train station on the map, and then looking at the black arrows of the German troops gathering farther to the north, a basically formed plan has been clear in Malashenko's mind.

"The enemy stationed at the train station cannot be underestimated. Even if it is a half-crippled and exhausted Skeleton Division, these bastards are definitely not easy to deal with. These bastards definitely lost the battle of Prokhorovka without a sincere acceptance. If the reinforcements had not arrived in time, they would have won the battle. They will definitely not give up easily if they meet us again. These bastards have this kind of madness, which is different from ordinary Germans. "

"In addition, as you said just now, the main task of this battle is not to annihilate the SKELETON DEPARTMENT. It doesn't matter if we can repel these bastards or take away the treasure. We still have another fierce battle to fight in the north. "

"So I plan to lead the main force of the division to the southwest. I will feel more at ease if I command it myself. I will achieve the mission goal as quickly as possible. If these bastards of the SKELETON DEPARTMENT are not afraid of death and don't know what's good for them, I will fight them until they are afraid, trembling, and can't bear the huge casualties and retreat on their own initiative. "

"In addition, I don't think it is feasible to take the treasure away from under the noses of these lunatics. As long as they still have the strength to fight, they will definitely frantically obstruct the robbing, so we must invest decisive forces in this direction to achieve a quick victory. Then, we can quickly leave the battle and rush north to support the salient encirclement and suppression battle. I think this is the most feasible way at present. "

Malachenko said his true thoughts and conclusions at the moment. After hearing this, the political commissar nodded and agreed.

"It's basically the same as my idea. I also believe that the battle in the southwest direction needs to invest the main force of our division. After all, the opponent is not ordinary, and we can't underestimate the enemy. "

"Yeah"

The best result is that heroes think alike, and Malachenko has other battles to arrange next: the salient encirclement and suppression battle in the north.

"Let Lavrinenko lead the team in the north, with a regiment and corresponding auxiliary forces. The vanguard of the Baltic Front is a little faster than us, but it has just arrived. I judge that it is not possible to organize a large-scale battle at this stage. With the organization of our division, it is absolutely enough to transfer a regiment of tanks to cope with the first stage of the outer cleaning battle. "

"You and Lavrinenko should discuss the specific matters of battle command. I don't worry about any major problems with you around. You can follow him north with the division headquarters, and let Lavrinenko lead a regiment. Since the troops are not sufficient, let's assign the main regiment. I will lead the second and third regiments to the south to rob the train. After the mission is completed, I will immediately go north to meet you. "

"Oh, by the way, there is one more thing. I estimate that there will not be many opportunities for artillery to appear in the battle in the south. We can't use artillery fire to cover the railway station. That's like hiding in your own home and destroying your own treasure. I, Malashenko, will not do such a stupid thing. "

"I will assign all Katyusha to you. I will take two companies of ISU-152 to provide necessary fire support, and the remaining ISU-152 will also be distributed to you. "

"This is the general plan for the allocation of troops. If you have any opinions, please raise them now. Let's discuss and solve this matter, and then immediately separate and set off. The sooner the better. "

The plan proposed by Malashenko has almost been perfected to the point of perfection, or in other words, it is the best that can be achieved under the current circumstances.

The political commissar did not make too many changes to Malashenko's plan, but only made detailed supplements on the allocation of more specific troops and tactical equipment, and then finalized it and immediately delegated the order to each regiment and battalion, including Lavrinenko, who cursed and unwillingly led the troops on the road after learning about this.

"Why do you want me to lead the team north? Since you are sending a regiment, why not let Kurbalov take charge of the command? No, I won't do it! Fighting the SS Division, a bunch of bastards, such an exciting battle, you leave me alone to eat the food? No, no, no, no, absolutely not! You must take me with you."

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Malashenko was a little surprised that Lavrinenko's reaction would be so intense. For a moment, he really thought that Lavrinenko also wanted to kill the SS Division. In the end, it was the political commissar who first noticed that something was wrong.

"Don't argue with him. As the Chinese say, he has ulterior motives. He wants to beat up the Death's Head Division, but he is worried about your safety. The Death's Head Division is such a tough opponent. The division commander is leading two regiments that lack artillery and cannot be fully deployed to face it alone. If he is not at ease, it will not be a life and death brotherhood."

"Am I right? Comrade Deputy Division Commander."

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Lavrinenko's face suddenly became a little wrong and embarrassed. This is how he behaved when his thoughts were exposed on the spot. Of course, this scene was also seen by our comrade Lao Ma and warmed his heart. The feelings between men, especially the life and death brotherhood on the battlefield, are often not easy to express and do not require many words.

"I still say the same old thing. The Germans can't make the shells that can kill Malashenko with their current capabilities. Let's wait a few hundred years. I led the most elite heavy tank troops of the motherland to cut through the thorns and kill countless so-called fascist elites. This time will be no exception. Maybe I can also wipe out the scumbag organization of the Skull Division. Fight your battle and wait and see!"

Even though he was reluctant and worried, Lavrinenko, who was as hard to disobey as the military orders, could only punch his good brother's chest firmly and set off after Malashenko patted his shoulders solemnly.

"Don't let anything happen to you. Remember it! Bring all the parts on your body and meet me in the north, otherwise I won't let you go! Is it clear? "