Chapter 164： :Erupted

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"Mr. Bernano, I was so surprised, I must inform the upper level as soon as possible," Jensen said excitedly.

Jiang Hao nodded. "I think our cooperation will be very pleasant."

"Yes, I feel the same way."

At a flash of time, in May 1943, the US-British coalition forces completely defeated the North African battlefield, Germany was defeated, and in order to protect the rear, a large number of German troops retreated to Sicily. At this time, Sicily became the center of the world battlefield.

On this island of only 26,000 square kilometers, about 260,000 Italians and about 40,000 Germans gathered.

On the opposite side of Tunisia, the total strength of the Allied forces reached 478,000, more than 4,000 combat aircraft, and about 3,200 combat ships and auxiliary ships.

The codenames for this landing battle have been taken, and they are called "Operation Husky", which is enough for the second name. However, this landing battle is one of the largest landing operations in the history of World War II. It is tied with Normandy landing and Okinawa landing for World War III. Great landing battle.

However, the Allied forces in Normandy killed 124,000, the Germans killed 114,000, the Okinawa landing battles killed 75,000, and the Japanese died 110,000. What about the Sicilian landing battle? Oh, the Allies only died 20,000. People, the German-Italian army lost 230,000 people, is it an exaggerated figure?

The war over Sicily was overcast, and everyone was trembling. Allied planes would come to bomb the German positions on the island every three and a half.

The people were almost hiding in their homes, shivering.

Jensen came again and saw Jiang Hao in the study.

"Sir Bernano, the time of the landing battle has basically been set. In early July, during this time we will collect more information and sort out a German-Italian army defense plan. This time I came to bring 300 intelligence officers, thank you Mr. Luca for the passage that allowed us to arrive here smoothly. "

"Next, we will carry out investigative activities on Sicily. I hope that with your support, it is best to send someone who is familiar with the local situation to cover and guide us so that we can collect the information we need."

Leading parties are important.

"No problem, I will arrange smart people to help you, Dawei, Luca, Sakadu, the three of you are responsible for the specific deployment of manpower." Jiang Hao ordered.

The three men stood up immediately.

In just half a day, the Mafia deployed enough manpower to cooperate with American spies on the island.

With their cooperation, these spies are like fish into the sea and birds return to the jungle. Collecting information should not be too easy. This may be the most comfortable task they have ever performed.

In just over ten days, the Allies gathered enough information.

Originally, according to past practice, the survival rate of spies was about 50% to 35%, but in Sicily, it reached an astonishing 100%.

The Allied generals were very surprised, and then changed their plans to keep these agents here and continue to gather information until the war began.

What is energy, this is energy,

As the agent's chief agent, Jensen had the most personal experience during this time. Although Jensen served the country and was very knowledgeable, a small Mafia with such great energy still shocked people.

In late May, the Allied forces sent surface ship formations and 12 submarines to cover the battle, completely gaining control of the Tunis Strait.

In early June, the Allies occupied Pantelleria and obtained a forward airport for fighter jets.

Beginning on July 4, the U.S.-British allies set sail from North African and Middle Eastern ports and assembled in the direction of Sicily.

The Allied forces were preparing to start the island landing operation. Montgomery's British 8th Army landed in the southeast of Sicily, and Barton's 7th Army landed in the southwest of Sicily.

Before landing on the island, the U.S. military informed the British of the island's intelligence and pointed out that the local mafia could lead the way. Montgomery had long heard of the group of mafia elements, and Montgomery was very disdainful of them.

"I don't need a group of gangsters to help me. My army will crush Messina as quickly as possible."

Messina is the third largest city in Sicily, after Palermo and Catania. It is close to the Italian mainland and separated by a very narrow strait. As long as you control Messina, it is equivalent to cutting off Sicily. The island's connection with the Italian mainland completely controls the whole of Sicily.

In the end, the US-British coalition really did. Many Italian soldiers could not run at all. This is why 20,000 people were injured and injured, causing 230,000 losses to the other party. There was no way. Finally, they were trapped on the island. Surrendered.

On the evening of July 9,

The anti-aircraft alarm sounded throughout Sicily. First, a violent bombing that lasted for several hours. At about 3 am, the Allied forces began to forcibly land on the island.

Before landing on the island, the Mafia took American agents to work. At this time, the Italian army personnel were depressed, and many of them said that they fled directly. Therefore, the Americans did not encounter much resistance when they landed on the island.

The Americans quickly seized control of the southwest coast, but the British army commanded by Montgomery was not so smooth. The British army advancing northward along the east coast of Sicily was met with fierce resistance from the German troops stationed there ~ www. novelhall.com ~ heavy casualties.

Patton carried his Samsung helmet, a telescope around his neck, and a mocking smile on the corner of his mouth. "Montgomery didn't trust our intelligence. It was a big loss. This time, we really want to thank our Mafia friends, Let us win the first game so easily and smoothly. "

"By the way, have the guides been here," General Patton asked.

"Yes, General. They sent thousands of people with our intelligence personnel. They were originally local gangsters and were very familiar with the local environment. Many of them were very familiar with the local Italian defenders." .

Patton said with a smile: "Take advantage of our advantages and quickly attack west and north. I want to occupy the northern part of the island as quickly as possible."

"Yes, Your Excellency."

"Well, after the war, I want to meet the mafia leader, if I have time," Barton suddenly said.

"Good general, I have written it down."

At this time, Jiang Hao was in the manor just outside Palermo, and things had already been arranged for him to do it. His five team leaders, 20 team leaders, thousands of members and peripheral staff are now busy with this matter. Can be described as coming out.

Now is the biggest cause.

Of course, Jiang Hao will not go to risk by himself, but must also protect Malina's safety.

In the manor, he left Zakadu, two team leaders, and one hundred of the most sincere guards, all of whom were charged with ammunition and guarded around the manor.

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