"We have long been aware of it. It can even be said that we are ready to join this battle. Comrade General. Deputy Director Andre told us before leaving that if the situation becomes necessary, we will help you fight.
Win any battle you may face."
"I just heard that there was a misunderstanding when you said that you wanted to put TOS-1 into combat immediately. Now it seems that it must be a misunderstanding. I thought you wanted to put the Rocket Assault Tank Battalion into combat immediately, but the soldiers obviously haven't done this yet.
Be fully prepared.”
"But as you said, if it is to break up, mix and reorganize, I think this should be possible. This is a method and idea that I have never imagined before. Now after thinking about it carefully, it is obviously very feasible. I
Think it's worth a try, Comrade General."
"...."
To put it bluntly, Malashenko did not expect Konakov's answer to be like this.
Comrade Lao Ma was even prepared to be declined politely, or to do things like mobilization and propaganda for the worker comrades again, and he would not give up until his reputation was ruined.
But now, Konakov actually said directly, "We have been ready for a long time, and we are just waiting for your words." After thinking about it, Malashenko even had some self-doubt, wondering whether he was here.
It's a bit late. If I had thought of this earlier, I might not have been able to put TOS-1 into battle earlier, and then send those German fascists into the sky one by one.
Now looking back and thinking about what has happened, it seems a bit unnecessary. The important thing is to seize the moment and grasp the present. Of course Malashenko also understands this truth, but there is still one thing that Malashenko
Not sure yet.
"But... after all, the battlefield is different from the factories in the rear. Our enemies are still crazy enough. This requires not only will and determination, but more importantly, the ability to match it. If I really want to do this,
You must be responsible for your lives. This is not a passionate move. Are you...really ready?"
Malashenko has tried to speak as tactfully as possible. After all, strictly speaking, this is questioning whether he has the ability to go to the battlefield.
Many times, listening to what others say can lead to different interpretations. The key lies in the self-perception and attitude of the person listening. Malashenko does not want the good comrade in front of him to get the wrong meaning, so he is also ensuring that
Be tactful and explain the problem as clearly as possible.
But once again, what was somewhat unexpected was that the preparations made by Konakov, or the entire training class, were obviously more than Malashenko expected.
"We were well prepared before departure, Comrade General, and everyone in our training class has received strict military training. Perhaps you don't know that military-industrial units have been paramilitary since the outbreak of the Great Patriotic War.
In chemical units, from workers to technicians and even to the chief division officer and even Comrade Ke Jing, we all have to receive military training and assessment on a regular basis."
"The use and maintenance of firearms, basic infantry tactics, and the use of some battlefield doctrine and technical equipment may not necessarily be used, but in short we have all received similar training and training. Especially after the Battle of Stalingrad,
The working class also played a vital role in the fight, which makes it even more necessary and important."
"It can be said that, Comrade General, we are not only familiar with heavy equipment, understand and master how to control and use TOS-1, but also know how to protect ourselves on the battlefield. Although most of us have never participated in combat, it is possible to say that
It will make you laugh. But we will definitely try our best not to burden you and the soldiers, and let those fascists see the power of our working class!"
Konakoff is one of those people who wears round-rimmed glasses and looks elegant, more like a clerk than a technician.
But Malashenko did feel the power from the deep voice with clenched fists. It was a surging force that could give Fasis a thunderous blow. It was enough to impress and convince people. He was convinced that this
You must have the ability to do it, just like these military workers who selflessly dedicated themselves to their country once did when they defended Leningrad and Stalingrad.
It was only then that Malashenko had a deeper understanding and understanding of what Iushkin concluded from spending more time with Artyom.
"They are just like us. They are Red Army soldiers holding hammers and wrenches but not guns. They fight on the production line where the smoke and flames of war are invisible to help us win this Patriotic War."
The reality he is currently experiencing personally has quietly added a final sentence that is even more profound for Malashenko.
"If necessary, they are also Red Army soldiers who are always ready to take up arms and rush to the battlefield. This has never changed."
It was not too late for Malashenko to come back. The field division headquarters of the leader division was still a busy scene. Even in the division headquarters half buried in the earthwork bunker, there were still many people working in the middle of the night.
"Come back? I thought it would take a while, but it seems things are going relatively smoothly."
Comrade Political Commissar should be in a good mood. After all, he just won a great victory. People should be in high spirits when happy events happen. This is what they should be. This relaxed and cheerful tone just corresponds to Malashenko's mood at the moment.
"I even feel that my trip was a bit in vain. The comrades of the workers have long been prepared and waiting for dispatch. I don't need to go. I just need to give an order and everyone can take action. I underestimated their strength."
Awakening actually made me very embarrassed, and I was very embarrassed at the time.”
Malashenko lit one for himself before he could sit firmly on his butt. Malashenko always forgot to bring cigarettes when he went out, but he always saw ready-made cigarettes on the table of the political commissar comrade who had just returned. It was really very strange.
Convenient. But I didn’t realize that Comrade Comrade Comrade Comrade Comrade Smoking had already followed Karachev’s advice and quit smoking in order to persist longer. There is still a pack of cigarettes on the table, but it is just for a specific person.
"What's the situation here? What did the front army headquarters say? Don't tell me that Comrade Commander doesn't agree, then my trip will be in vain."
Although he said this, Malashenko knew in his heart that with Vatutin's personality, there was almost no veto or disagreement.
If you really ask Malashenko to tell you why Vatutin would agree to it, Malashenko himself can’t say for sure. He can only say that it is the tacit understanding and familiarity after spending so long with the old chief.
As expected, Comrade Political Commissar's next answer directly gave the answer Malashenko wanted.
"Requesting permission, but Comrade Commander asked us to pay attention to one thing. If conditions permit, we must try our best to ensure the safety of these comrades. The knowledge and skills they possess are precious, and they are not real combatants, so there are some things