Chapter 729 Crossing the Strait tonight
Dover.
There were originally beautiful beaches here, but now there is no such peaceful scene here.
Fortifications were quickly constructed on the coastline. At this time, the British local garrison troops were nervously looking at the sea in the distance.
The night is dark, will the Germans come here today?
Corporal Josephine held his Lee Enfield rifle, which was produced during World War I. It had been thrown into the warehouse, but now it has been re-taken and distributed to the newly recruited troops.
Josephine served sixteen years ago, and was still a young man at that time, but now he is a father with two children. At this time, he was a little nervous and his hands were a little unfamiliar.
Moreover, he didn't think this was useful.
It is said that the Germans have tanks that can swim in the sea. If the German tanks rushed up first, what are the uses of these rifles on their side?
I'm afraid I have to use sticky and sticky bullets? There are a few sticky and sticky bullets next to him, but when he thinks of the complicated operation and may fail at any time, he doesn't have any hope.
But as a warrior and a citizen of England, he had determination.
The night was dark, and searchlights were scanning the sea. Will the Germans come?
Opposite the Calais Coast.
"Note that this is not an exercise. Tonight, we will cross the strait!" At this time, the entire camp was brightly lit and tens of thousands of soldiers were gathered, most of which were French volunteers.
"The first soldier of the French Volunteer Army First Legion who stepped onto the land on the other side will be awarded the title of Sacred Aryan!" The German commander shouted loudly: "Now, let us fight for honor!"
Fighting for honor, every French soldier was filled with excitement at this moment.
After the last bombing, they have been conducting landing drills these days. For them, there is almost no danger to charge with German tanks.
The title of the Sacred Aryans is inspiring them. This is not only an honorary title, but also has many practical uses. If you get this title, you will be respected everywhere, even if you don’t have to pay for driving to a gas station.
If you go to the train, someone will give up your seat. This is the highest honor.
Fight for honor!
Jacques Dorio, the leader of the First Legion, was even more excited at this time. Since he became the commander of this army, he naturally wanted to make achievements!
The whole of Europe is German. If he wants to make a name for himself, he can only work hard for Germany. This time, the expedition to Britain was the beginning of the peak of his life!
But in the darkness, you can only see the troops on your side, and what about the other troops?
He just worried for a moment, then he figured it out.
Our side is the vanguard, and the other troops must be in nearby ports, are you going to board the ship?
This is the closest place to the other shore, and it is close to large-caliber shore defense can even project shells. Therefore, there are no large number of merchant ships and landing ships gathering in the Port of Calais.
The first wave was them. After they captured the beachhead, the subsequent army's main combat equipment would definitely follow!
Thinking of this, he had nothing to worry about. Now it was nighttime, and the loss of landing at night was much smaller than that during the day.
Fight!
A series of amphibious tanks have been activated. With the rumbling sound, the tanks move towards the seawater.
There is another reason why I chose tonight, the sea conditions are very good.
Today is a rare and good weather, without wind, the strait is calm, and this is the most conducive to the navigation of the ship!
With the launch of the amphibious tanks, French volunteers pushed their rubber boats into the sea, and then followed behind the tanks and began paddling.
The night was dark, and they didn't have to worry about trekking at sea because their rubber boats were everywhere! Moreover, on the opposite coast, countless searchlights were guiding them.
Just after they entered the sea water, a rumbling sound came from above their heads.
Bomber! It is our own bomber!
It would be even better if there were bombers clearing the field for them in advance! The French volunteers raised their heads and wanted to see the flying bombers in the dark night sky. Unfortunately, they found nothing except sound.
At this time, German bombers were flying smoothly in the sky.
In the past, when bombing Britain, all the big guys were used, Junker-290, Junker-88, etc., but this time, all of them were Stuka!
This is the difference between strategic bombing and tactical bombing. Now, what is needed is to strike the British beachheads, and Stuka is the best choice!
Of course, the German professional ground attack aircraft HS-129 is even more vague to perform such tasks, but this attack aircraft has other uses and is not near Calais.
Until now, Stuka is still an effective ground attack weapon!
Pilot Carl sat in his cockpit and looked excitedly at the lampposts in the distance. This was his first battle to sail, the most complicated night voyage!
In a school in Berlin, Karl received strict training from instructor Rudel. Yes, he is the famous Hans Rudel. Now, he is the pride of the pilot Sostuka.
After flying the prescribed battle, Rudel had to enter the pilot school behind to train the new Stuka pilot. His training was extremely strict. After all, every mistake in flight would bring a blood price.
His severity is famous, but every pilot is proud to train under his command! As long as they go to the battlefield, they are no longer rookies, but already flying birds!
The engine in front was roaring. The Stuka driven by Carl did not carry bombs as a weapon. Instead, under the wings on both sides, each equipped with an improved Bofos anti-aircraft gun with 100 rounds of ammunition.
This is the experience gained from hs129. Using a cannon to attack the ground is often better than using a bomb. This 40mm cannon can knock on the top armor of all tanks and can make ground fortifications bloom. At the same time, because Stuka does not have heavy armor, it does not reduce its flight performance after carrying this cannon.
With strong firepower, this kind of Stuka is privately called the cannon bird.
The strait that dozens of kilometers is almost a matter of minutes. Carl's goal is the first of all those shining searchlights!
Chapter completed!