Chapter 2910 We are all worthy of the oath under the red flag
Chapter 2910 We are all worthy of the oath sworn under the red flag
Author: Ke Ji丶
At the last moment before the victory of the Great Patriotic War, the military train that arrived at the outskirts of Berlin to deliver equipment was not only equipped with powerful and mysterious new self-propelled artillery.
Taking into account the frontline battle losses and supplementary needs, Shashmulin also brought Malashenko a "special product" from Leningrad, the first batch of official mass-produced models newly built by the Kirov Factory
IS7 heavy tanks, 18 in total.
Because he had already received a batch of official mass-produced IS7s before, Malashenko, who knew how powerful and easy-to-use this thing was, was naturally "overjoyed" when he learned that another new car had been delivered.
In recent days, part of the IS7 has indeed been damaged in battles. It was fought from the Zero Heights to the city walls of Berlin, and then from the city walls of Berlin to the current Reichstag building. Although it is powerful, it is by no means invincible. The IS7 suffered serious battle damage and serious damage.
The number of failures and need to be returned to the factory for overhaul has already reached double digits.
Although the final battle does not require the leaders to use all their strength, tomorrow's storming of the Capitol will be nothing more than trampling to death a rat that is about to expire.
But considering the fact that Comrade Lao Zhu told me that after the Battle of Berlin, there is still a certain rigid need for large equipment.
Naturally, Malashenko "will not reject anyone who comes", so the more newly delivered main equipment, the better.
"Okay, with these new cars, we can just make up for those crews that are temporarily without cars, and replenish the missing equipment. Your support is very timely, Comrade Shashmulin."
Malashenko did not hesitate to praise him. Shashmulin, who had just assumed the position of chief commander and assumed sole responsibility for a short time, must be very useful and happy.
Faced with the sudden invitation issued by Malashenko, Shashmulin looked a bit embarrassed.
"There is something I almost forgot to tell you. Although it is too early to draw a firm conclusion now, we will probably be having a celebration banquet at this time tomorrow. You should understand that this war, this final battle
, it’s almost over.”
"So you might as well stay and participate in the follow-up activities, not just the celebration banquet."
"I bet that the next events in Berlin will definitely make you extremely excited, especially as you are IS7 and the chief engineer of Project 261. Such a moment is just right for you to witness with your own eyes."
"Honestly, this kind of opportunity may only come once in your life. I think if you refuse, you will most likely regret it and spend a lot of time thinking about "what if" from time to time."
Knowing the principle of "don't ask questions you shouldn't ask yourself", especially when talking to someone like Malashenko who has access to a large number of high-level military secrets, Shashmulin is even more cautious. Just listen and take advantage of it, don't
Asking so many questions about why and what happened.
I also know that based on Malashenko’s character, the ability to say this is probably the limit. If he heard the same thing in front of other generals, he would still have to cut it by another 5%.
Sixty, seventy or eighty.
So how to answer? Shashmulin, who looked confused but was thinking seriously, gave his answer with a little regret after waiting for a moment.
"I'm afraid it's not feasible, Comrade General."
"I understand your good intentions and thank you very much. In fact, I really want to stay and witness the victory of our great motherland with my own eyes."
"But you also know that Leningrad has been undergoing intense reconstruction since its recovery last year, and the Kirov Factory became a mess during the Nazi blockade and siege."
"On the one hand, we have to organize the reconstruction, renovation and expansion of new factories, and to purchase production lines; on the other hand, we have to coordinate production, ensure quality and quantity, complete the production tasks assigned by superiors, and deliver enough powerful equipment to the frontline soldiers. Most of this is also
They are all new equipment that are relatively complex, require longer working hours, and have upgraded craftsmanship."
"The factory is still waiting for me to come back. Production and renovation and expansion cannot be away from people for too long."
"Only this trip to the front line to see you in person was taken while Comrade Kotin was visiting the Kirov factory to inspect and guide the work. Now the factory is entirely supported by Comrade Kotin, but he
He can't stay in Leningrad for too long. He also has a bunch of production tasks waiting for him to return to, and he also has to lead a team."
".Well, that's it."
While walking and chatting, we had already left the 261 engineering vehicle and came to the station platform to walk together.
He turned around and looked at the row of brand new IS7 heavy tanks being unloaded on the military column next to him. He then turned around and looked at the vehicles that had already arrived at the cargo yard. Like big stars, they were being watched by a group of curious and laughing people.
The commanders and soldiers of the leadership division gathered together and talked a lot.
Even one of his right-hand men, Colonel Kulbalov, the brigade commander's comrade, is like this.
Malashenko, who vaguely felt that he could see the "English ghost and beautiful beast" with his jaw dropped to the ground, couldn't help but sigh.
Sighing, it would indeed be a pity if Comrade Commander-in-Chief could not witness such a wonderful scene with his own eyes.
"In this case, why don't you go back and go about your business first."
"As for me, I will give the boss a heads-up and see if I can put you on the guest list and arrange for you to come over. You can work hard when you go back and express your intention to your superiors, saying that you are willing to participate in relevant activities.
.”
"Perhaps, after all this time, won't you be able to return to Berlin soon?"
"Ah this."
Shashmulin had never thought that this could be done in this way, but he thought about it carefully following Malashenko's words.
Uh. It seems, it doesn't seem impossible. At least it has room for maneuver and the possibility of success is not low, right?
"Okay, don't hesitate, I'll make the decision for you, and the matter is settled."
Seeing that Shashmulin was obviously interested and had the desire to participate, Malashenko, who took it upon himself to make his own decision, "forcefully intervened" for a while and openly stated, "This matter is all my responsibility."
”.
With Malashenko's good intentions, Shashmulin would be embarrassed to say no.
The general toasts you with an empty glass, and the general picks up the food and you turn the table. People who are capable enough to be in the position of commander-in-chief cannot be criticized to this extent. Knowing that Malashenko is sincerely doing this for his own good, he will naturally know how to answer.
"I understand, Comrade General. Regardless of whether this can happen or not, thank you in advance. I also look forward to seeing you again in Berlin after the Red Army's victory."
"Haha, okay, that's a deal. There's still a war going on at the moment, and the war is tense on the front lines, so I won't buy a banquet for you to wash away the dust."
"To tell you the truth, I also had to eat dry bread and mix it with water for dinner today. But then again, thinking about it now, every bite I take in my mouth now is more satisfying than when I was so hungry that I wanted to eat dirt.
He was much stronger at that time, isn't this a sign of improvement and victory?"
Malashenko fought in Leningrad in the past, and Shashmulin continues to fight in Leningrad now.
An invisible bond connects the two people closely, and they resonate with each other and can completely empathize with each other.
Shashmulin, who was also quite emotional about everything he had experienced so far in this great Patriotic War, could not help but look up at the same starry sky and sighed.
"There will be bread, there will be milk, there will be everything."
"So, we have done it, Comrade General. You, me, and all the comrades who have fought side by side and fought so far, we are all worthy of the oath sworn under the red flag."