Chapter 125 Preliminary Discussion

In the days when the brothers of E Company were waiting for the airborne, they welcomed two additional officers, Raymond? Lieutenant Welfare, and the other one is Bob? Lieutenant Brewer. This was supplemented by the officers of Company E. Lieutenant Heiliger was the deputy of Pax, while Lieutenant Foley was the deputy of Picak, and the deputy platoon leader of the third row was Lieutenant Brewer.

Heiliger is an old officer of Company E. And he can be trusted by his brothers. Many people once compared him with Winters, thinking that he had a talent that was not inferior to Winters, and he also won the hearts of his brothers, which was very important.

In September, the atmosphere of the 506th regimental headquarters was very tense, and officers kept coming in and out. They were in a hurry and with an excited look on their faces.

The Allies continued to sweep France and Belgium. And the time for airborne troops to participate in the war is getting closer and closer,

"This plan is called Market Garden Action!" Winters took a map and pointed out on it, "General Montgomery's plan is supported by General Eisenhower, and we will be part of the action."

In the company of Company E, Winters took a document that Nixon had just brought from the battalion and said to the officers of the company: "The commanders of the airborne troops think that the airborne troops have the best soldiers, the best commanders in the European theater, the highest morale, unparalleled mobile surnames and excellent equipment."

"They are eager to show the irreplaceable role of airborne troops in the war, so they have great hope for this operation and should actively participate in it!" Nixon explained, "Obviously, they ignored the actual situation of the airmen. Not everyone likes to fight hard in war.

"Now the news we have received is not an official battle plan, but we have to start preparing. I expect the specific briefing will be available after we go to the Momberley assembly area. Winters said to the officers, "We don't have to tell our brothers for the time being, but each of our officers must be mentally prepared."

"I'm still optimistic about this battle. If it succeeds, we will end the battle soon." Nixon continued, "God will stand on our side."

This sentence makes everyone laugh. In war, no one will expect God to stand on which side, but the occasional luck can often determine the success or failure of this battle.

"Dick, what do you think of this action?" Parks suddenly interrupted. He looked at Winters with a solemn face, because he knew that "Operation Market Garden" was definitely a failed operation in history, especially the airborne troops, which had suffered serious losses.

Winters looked at Parks, then at the officers around him, pondered for a moment, and then smiled, "I hope to end the battle as soon as possible, and this action will undoubtedly make my wish come true early."

"Do you have any questions?" Nixson looked at Parks doubtfully, "General Eisenhower is very optimistic about General Montgomery's plan. Of course, there is also some luck!"

"Will God stand on our side?" Parks couldn't help shaking his head and laughing, "If you gamble on luck, there is no God!" I don't know what the specific plan is yet. I hope it can be as we wish!"

Parks knows what he can't say now. Now the briefing of the action has not been sent to the company, and I don't have a chance to speak. But he will definitely try to express his opinion, even if it is a small butterfly wing that can change the result, he will try it.

For the Allies, this is a gamble. They will bet all the chips, then roll the dice and wait for the result to come out. Losing or winning. Everything is up to God. But can God decide? During this period, the Allies have been progressing too smoothly. They optimistically estimated the morale of the German soldiers and their courage.

"Rees, we may participate in the largest airborne heartbeat," Nixon comforted when he saw that Parks's mood was not very high. "This is definitely worth a try."

"I know, I know!" Parks suddenly felt a little annoyed, "Dick, I'm a little tired! Is there anything else?"

Winters looked at Parks strangely and couldn't help frowning. He rarely saw Parks like this. Even when he came back from the German headquarters deep into Germany, he didn't have such an expression.

"Okay, let's disband!" Winters nodded and then said to the other officers.

Out of Wales and other than Nixon, other officers left. Parks walked at the end. When he opened the door, Winters stopped him.

"Reese!"

Parks stopped, then turned around and looked at Winters: "What's the matter? "Dick!"

Winters nodded to him and said, "Do you mind sitting a little longer?"

"Okay!" Pax shrugged his shoulders and nodded, "Anyway, I'm going back to sleep." With that, he came in, found a chair, and sat by the table.

Nixon brought him a glass of wine, and then smiled and said, "A glass, my favorite, Jade 69 aging, there are still several bottles, but I guess if we really land in the air again, I'm afraid it will be difficult to have such a good wine!"

"It's hard to find the wine that suits your appetite! "Nick!" Wales smiled at him.

"You're right!" Nixon raised his glass and took a sip. "I like the taste."

"Tay, what can we help you with?" Winters looked at Parks and said, "I know you must have something. Don't hide it. Tell us and treat us like brothers!"

"That's what it means!" Wales also nodded to Parks.

Parks looked at Nixon again. Nixon smiled at Pax and said, "You don't seem to be optimistic about this plan. Or you seem to be tired of airborne warfare. Don't tell me the last one you chose!"

Parks smiled bitterly and said, "You know me, I'm very interested in fighting with my brothers. I... I'm just a little worried. Do you remember what I said before? We are too optimistic about the development of the situation!"

Wales immediately laughed and said, "This word came out of your mouth again, which made me a little unbelievable. You have made great achievements in Normandy. You beat those Germans to the top and run away. When everyone is very optimistic, you are worrying. If Colonel Sink knows, he will definitely have a good talk with you.

Parks smiled and looked at Wales and said, "Will you tell the secret? "Harry!"

Wales laughed and said, "It depends on your performance."

When Wentes saw that something was pulled apart, he coughed dryly and said to Parks, "Well, I know you're worried about your brothers. Many veterans have experienced Normandy, and it is understandable that they don't want to fight again.

"Yes, Dick, I can understand, but I'm not worried about this, but that the brothers in the company will suffer major defeats, even losses, and can't win. This is too cruel for the brothers.

"Then tell me your reason!" Winters looked at Parks and said calmly.

Parks nodded and then looked at Nixon and said, "Now the commanders have an optimistic mood. This is top-down, and the brothers are infected, so many people consciously regard the Germans as a flock of sheep, driven by our allies, and will drive them all the way to Berlin."

"Isn't it?" Wales interrupted, "Now it seems that the Germans are retreating, and they can't organize effective resistance at all. Look at General Patton. He is like a broken bamboo."

"Do you admire him very much?" Parks couldn't help smiling at him.

Wales shrugged his shoulders, spread his hands and smiled, as a matter of course.

"I think we all miscalculated the determination of the Germans to resist!" Parks turned his eyes to Winters' face again and looked at him seriously, "Because of this operation, if it succeeds, we will invade Germany." And the Germans will carry out a great defense battle to defend their territory. This is different from the previous wars.

"Invasion?" Wales nodded and smiled, "I like this word!"

"So, this is our misjudgment!" Parks said with a worried face, "Don't underestimate the determination to defend the country, especially for the arrogant people, don't underestimate them!"

Winters nodded and said, "I know, what you said makes sense. But we will make a detailed plan. War is not only about morale, but also about planning.

"I know it's very important, but with the plan of God and luck, where are our chances of success?" Parks shook his head and smiled helplessly. "Well, it doesn't make sense to discuss this. Those bigwigs won't listen to us."

Parks said what he wanted to say in his heart, and he was a little relieved. He stood up, then picked up the glass of wine poured by Nixon, drank it in one breath, and then clicked his mouth and smiled, "I prefer French brandy!"

"There will be a chance!" Nixon nodded.

"Dick, that's all I want to say. If you think what I'm saying is reasonable, I hope you can report it to your superiors, so that they will make fewer mistakes when making battle plans, which is good for brothers!" Parks walked to the door and suddenly turned to Winters.

"I will!" Winters nodded and then saw Parks go out.

"Do you think what Parks said makes sense?" Wales looked at Winters. "At least his analysis moved me."

"What about you?" Winters asked Nixon again.

Nixon looked at Winters and smiled, "You have the answer in your heart. Why do you ask me? If you let me say it, I think you should report it to your superiors, at least let Parks know your attitude. You are supporting him. This is good for him!"

Winters nodded and said, "Yes, this answer is irrelevant!" With that, there was a smile on the corners of his mouth.

(to be continued)