Chapter 255 The Hero of Bastogne on

On the first day of E Company's brothers' stay at Baston, Parks got two newspapers in the temporary company. One is the British Times, and the other is the American Washington Post. The Times is an old photo taken by Churchill when he met Parks. I really don't know where the British got it. In the newspaper, Parks is full of energy and Churchill is in high spirits, which seems to complement each other. And the title used by the British is: Bastogne - the spirit of the Allies.

The Washington Post is a photo of Parks and President Roosevelt when he received the Medal of Honor. And their title is: The 101st Division is a flag that does not fall. Obviously, very few British participated in the Battle of Ardenes, mainly because the Allies were fighting, but they didn't mind grabbing the limelight of the U.S. military since General Montgomery was ousted as the commander-in-chief of the Allies. And Americans pay more attention to the honor created by their army. Parks led a platoon of soldiers to infiltrate the rear of the German army, robbed the German supplies, destroyed the German artillery and ammunition, and killed the two German platoons, which was a miraculous victory of the U.S. military in the siege. At that time, the U.S. military was heavily besieged. They lacked food and clothing, medical supplies, and despair and frustration filled the whole U.S. military. But Parks' victory is undoubtedly a ray of sunshine at the most desperate time of the U.S. military, which makes people full of hope for the future. The German siege is not unbreakable. Someone can, and can even hit them hard. This person is Captain Parks, the commander of the E Company, 2nd Battalion, 506th Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division.

Because of the existence of Parks, all the media have focused on the 101st Airborne Division. Although the battle of the 82nd Airborne Division at the northern end of the protrusion is also desperate and with heavy casualties, this battle is as significant as the Battle of Bastogne in any case. But they were not surrounded, and more importantly, they did not appear heroes like Captain Parks, so they did not receive the media's attention to the 101st Division.

The newspaper even marked the map of the guard of the Baston 101 Airborne Division, and pointed out that in the worst wave of collapse in the history of the U.S. military, there is still fighting here.

A commentary on the Washington Post wrote: ... A worried nation is in need of encouragement and hope, and these days, every morning, what comes into people's eyes is the inspiring scene of their persistence in fighting. And Captain Parks is the most legendary and exciting important person here. He persisted in fighting in hardships and used his wonderful commanding skills to defeat the German army again and again, and could also penetrate into the hinterland of the German army. His story makes the entire U.S. troops who stick to Bastogne even more magical. The 101st Division is a strong soldier of Bastogne Fortress. The officers and soldiers of the 101st Division were brave and tenacious under the fear and defeat; they showed extraordinary courage and optimism in the case of poor living conditions, cold weather and extreme shortage of supplies; in the heavy siege of the German army, they could magically break the siege of the German army; and General McAliv persuaded the German army The reply of "psychotic" humiliated the German army, which surrounded them, but was helpless; and the brotherly friendship shown on the battlefield... We need to say too much, and all of this is courage first, war friendship has been refined into an invincible team of the German army... "But they I admire General Patton very much! Everyone thinks that General Patton saved us!" Wales smiled disdainfully, and then flipped through the newspaper randomly, "It's like a cavalry going to save the residents on the caravan!"

"Do you think we need someone to rescue us?" Parks looked at Wales and asked a question seriously.

Was thought for a thought, then shook his head and said, "No, we don't need anyone to save us!"

Yes, the brothers of E Company think that they don't need anyone to save them. They can save themselves. After the 4th Armored Division entered Bastogne, many people talked about how they got the 101st Division out of trouble. They are heroes and knights who rescue the poor. Obviously, this atmosphere makes all the brothers of the 101 airborne division dissatisfied.

"Shit!" When Granary talked to Toy, he couldn't help scolding. He asked Toy the same question as Captain Parks, "Do we need someone to rescue us?"

Toy shook his head and said, "Of course not, but General Patton thinks he is like a rescuer. God, the German army opposite was beaten by us, and then a Patton came. They said to us, Hey, boys, we're here to save you. We defeated the German army. Do you think it's credible? We already defeated them. Do we need the old man to say it?

At this time, Li Gaote beside him also shook his head and said, "Think about the infiltration war that the boss took us. We can get supplies from the German army. Do we still need to rescue them? If it's really a rescue, I'm like going back to the Momian barracks now. To be honest, I miss the hot shower there!"

"I also want to shave my beard!" Granary added a sentence.

Yes, none of the E Company think they need to be rescued, even the recruits who have suffered a lot on the defense line. They have become more patient after Baststone's defense.

As the commander of the 101st Airborne Division, General Taylor undoubtedly has nothing more to show off in this defensive operation. He is far away in London, living a vacation. I can't understand what the brothers are doing on the Baston defense line at all. This is also the most difficult day for the U.S. military. The limelight was taken away by General Mcauff.

General McAuliff became the legendary commander of the Baston 101 Airborne Division, and his words during his acting division commander made him a hero in the hearts of the Americans. The word "psynerd" is one of the most frequent words in newspapers around the world, and his name and Parks appear almost equally.

General Taylor is a little allergic to this reaction. But he knew that he had nothing to brag about in Bastogne. If he had to say that he could be involved with Baston's defensive war, it would be Captain Parks. He was determined to apply for a medal for Captain Parks and highlight his spiritual role in the 101st Airborne Division. This can divert people's discussion on the topic.

A jeep is pressed on the snow, and the snow has been crushed many times, full of mud. The splashing mud slammed on the soldiers by the roadside, causing a burst of scolding.

"Go to hell!" Carper made a gesture of his middle finger to the jeep.

"That's the jeep of the division!" Li Pu recognized the sign of the division above and warned Cap, "Maybe it's General Taylor's staff officer. Look at his major's seal."

"I don't care. General Taylor abandoned us at the critical moment!" Kabo snorted.

Not only did the soldiers have a problem with General Taylor, but also officers like Captain Winters had accumulated some resentment against General Taylor. But they didn't express it and adhered to the duty of the officers.

"Captain Parks?" When the major jumped out of the jeep, he saw Parks coming out of the company, and he easily recognized Parks. Obviously, his face has now spread all over the world with newspapers all over the world, and it is difficult to recognize it.

"Yes, sir!" Parks said with a puzzled face, "What's the problem?"

"General Taylor wants to see you!" The major said it sincerely. In fact, he admired what Captain Parks did in Bastogne, which was also the common feeling in the hearts of many U.S. military officers. They think they can't make such a perfect infiltration war.

"The general can make a phone call to the company. We have a phone!" Parks said as he followed the major.

The major smiled and said, "In order to pay more attention to it, the general asked me to come here in person. To be honest, Captain Parks, as an officer of the 101st Airborne Division, I am proud of you!"

Parks smiled, neither modest nor boastful. There is no need to demean or boast about his deeds. Moreover, it must be a good thing for General Taylor to see himself. Whether he uses it or praises him sincerely, in short, there will be no handle worth publicizing now. Now everything about him will be set up as a benchmark and idol.

When Parks entered the division, General Taylor greeted him in person. He took the initiative to stretch out his hand, held Parks's hand to salute, and laughed, "I've been waiting for you for a long time. Come here quickly. How about having a drink?"

Parks walked in, and then sat opposite General Taylor at the sign of General Taylor, and then led the major who led Parks in to hand over a cup of coffee and put it on the table in front of Parks.

"Parks's bunker successfully saved the lives of the vast majority of the 101st Division, and used the bunker to make a wonderful counterattack against the German attack. Company E repulsed the charge of a German regiment and destroyed a number of German tanks. In the most difficult time, Company E Company led a platoon's brothers to take the initiative to attack. Killing two German platoons, and going deep into the rear of the German army, grabbing supplies and blowing up German cannons and ammunition, it was the Germans who were in a predicament and solved their own material problems. In the German attack two days ago, they once again thwarted the attacks of the two German companies and destroyed two German tanks; when the brothers were in a low mood. Unite everyone in the company so that they don't feel lonely, afraid and helpless. Without any opening remarks, General Taylor directly read out a series of Parks's achievements in Bastogne, and then nodded and said, "Captain Parks, you are one of the best U.S. military officers I have ever seen." Winters once said this sentence, but today from General Taylor's mouth, it is obvious that the weight is already very heavy.

"Everyone is very difficult. Without brothers, I don't think this will happen!" Parks meditated for a moment, and then said solemnly to General Taylor, "I'm more proud of my brothers!"

Taylor nodded with a smile and said, "This is where I admire you very much. Your company is a brother company. They supported each other to achieve today's achievements. Of course, the most important thing in this is your contribution. Parks, you don't need to be modest. I think if you are modest, then you have to erase all the brothers of Company E. You should be proud. Your achievements are the achievements of your brothers.

Taylor said, and his face suddenly became very serious: "Captain, you have to bear these honors and let your brothers feel this honor. They are proud of you, just as you are proud of them!"

(to be continued)