Chapter 2018： Crown Prince and Pershing II

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"According to you, the U.S. Army is just battling the navy? If that's the case, how many thousands of us are enough?" Pershing said with some dissatisfaction.

"Take a hand? Thousands of people? No, you don't understand what I mean." His Royal Highness smiled and shook his head and said: "Actually, the Navy and the Army provide mutual support. The Navy maintains the Army's logistics transportation line, and the Army guarantees. In order to ensure the security of naval ports and bases, when the army has occupied some key ports, the Japanese army with more than 100,000 on the island of New Guinea will definitely find ways to destroy these ports, because the navy can continue to advance only with port support. Therefore, the situation of the land warfare between the two sides has changed from your army’s deep-deep inland offensive in Guinea to a large-scale defensive battle relying on maritime superiority! In this case, the advantages and disadvantages are completely reversed." Said.

This set of tactics is actually an island-hopping tactic born out of history, only attacking and controlling key nodes, and then letting the Japanese troops on those other nodes be isolated and blocked, and eventually rot like grapes on a grape rack! History has proved that this is undoubtedly the most economical, the most stable, and the least casualties.

Of course, the island-hopping tactic does not mean that all large islands can be used without force. Historically, at the end of World War II, the Americans still had to send a large number of troops to occupy the entire territory of the Philippines. And what about this plane? If the United States wants to achieve its goals thoroughly, then Kalimantan must be occupied! If New Guinea is more of a military significance, then Kalimantan is a political, economic and military significance!

Is New Guinea rich in resources? It must be rich. The copper mines here are famous in the world, but it is a pity that the development level is too low. But Kaliman Island is different. For now, there are two main oil fields in the former Dutch East Indies, one is in Palembang area on Sumatra Island, and the other is in Balikpapan on East Kalimantan Island! And this area also has a large number of bauxite, silver, nickel, coal and other resources, many of which are in areas closer to the inland. If these places cannot be controlled by the US military, then rely on Kaliman Island. Internal river and land transportation, these materials can be mined and then continuously transported to Sarawak (northwest of Kalimantan) under British control. Then export the zone swap funds.

In other words, in fact, Kalimantan Island, now under Japanese control, is completely a chicken that can lay golden eggs, and if the United States and Germany only control some isolated coastal ports, it will not prevent Japan from continuing to use the island’s resources for profit. , So, this matter is embarrassing.......

Therefore, if you want to achieve a complete victory, the United States and Germany can implement island hopping in New Guinea, and you can continue to jump on Sulawesi! In Kalimantan, the two armies must be prepared for a large-scale land battle! Only after completely destroying the mining facilities on the Japanese-controlled islands can Virtue say that he has finally won. As for whether to continue to advance north and attack the Philippines? It is estimated that the situation will not allow it. Germany will not let this war last too long, nor will Britain and France agree. As for the Americans? I'm afraid I don't have this boldness, right? Who knows what the next president thinks?

So, as far as it can go, it is considered complete if Kalimantan Island can be taken back from the Japanese. At least Pershing and others think so.

"Then what kind of situation do you think the land war on Kalimantan will take place in? Western or Eastern?" Pershing asked.

"To be honest, I have no experience in fighting on tropical islands, but considering the area of ​​engagement and the total number of forces between the two sides, I feel that neither side will be able to establish a front across the entire island. Therefore, the method of engagement should be mainly mobile warfare. Inland river gunboats, tanks, armored vehicles and highly mobile artillery will be the engines of offensive. Infantry personnel in trucks will become important auxiliary forces. Mountain and jungle warfare units will also be very active.” Ruprech Especially this time, I didn't say enough. Because to be honest, in addition to some historical battles in his head, his eyes are also blackened!

Speaking of a large-scale armored assault? That's impossible. With the dense jungles and swamps of Kalimantan and the road conditions, tanks and armored vehicles are difficult to use on a large scale, and the Maybach engine suitable for European climate and environment is put in Southeast Asia. Who knows what kind of bird? Weapons such as tanks and assault guns will probably be broken down into battalion and company levels for use. Except for some large-scale siege wars, the situation of engagement is more likely to be mobile warfare. As for how to fight it? Find out slowly.... The only certainty is that the beginning of this kind of war will definitely make the German and American armies unsuitable.

"Well, this issue can be discussed later, but for now, we have at least a huge equipment advantage. After all, Japan is only an agricultural country, and their industrial level is not on the same level as ours." Pershing said.

"We will have an equipment advantage, but it is difficult to say whether it is an overwhelming advantage After all, we can provide equipment for the U.S. Army, and Britain and France can also provide some heavy equipment for the Japanese. But you can rest assured that, German equipment is definitely better than that of Britain and France."

"Moreover, we have already begun to consider the combat effectiveness of these equipment in the Southeast Asian environment. The Kingdom of the Netherlands has purchased some equipment from us and shipped it to East India for testing. Our people will follow and we believe they will be available soon. Produce a practical report and improvement plan.” Ruprecht said.

"Really? Your consideration is so thoughtful. We will never forget your help and support to the United States of America. Thank you for your hard work and dedication." Pershing exclaimed after hearing this.

"This is what we should do. After all, we are allies." The prince smiled and said, "At least, still." Then the crown prince muttered in his heart.

"This time there are three people in the U.S. delegation. Taft's impression of Germany is not very good. Benson is actually relatively neutral, while Pershing is pro-German. After all, Pershing and Calyp were in the Boer War. After special cooperation, the two sides are old friends for more than ten years, and the U.S. Army is more dependent on German equipment. Whether it is personal or official, Pershing is very inclined to Germany. This start is not counted. Gold, but at least it is also silver!" After the meeting with Pershing ended, Ruprecht thought to himself.

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