On the border between the German Empire and numerous Protectorate and Buru, German Army and various Protectorate troops have already entered their positions.
On the artillery position, one cannon after another has raised its muzzle, aiming at the Buru Army position opposite. As soon as the order is given, these cannons will start roaring and pour shells on the Russian positions opposite.
German Army's eighteen group armies are all ready. More than 20,000 cannons were assembled. And half of them are cannons with a caliber of more than 100 millimeters. There are even thousands of 210mm heavy guns. These cannons were deployed on a front that stretched for more than a thousand kilometers.
When German Air Force began to bombard Buru's airport, German Army's artillery also received the order to fire.
"Fire!"
As the order to fire was given, the German military artillery on the defense line began to fire one after another.
"Boom! Boom! Boom!"
One after another, the cannons began to roar. Artillery shells hit Buru Army's position like raindrops.
Violent explosions sounded on the Russian army's position, smoke rose into the sky, earth and rocks flew across, leaving craters one after another.
The fortifications built by the Russian army were gradually destroyed under the fierce bombardment of German military.
Originally, the fortifications built by the Russian army were not very strong. On the one hand, there is a lack of resources, and on the other hand, the ability of the Russian soldiers to build fortifications is not strong. Under such circumstances, naturally they cannot expect their defenses to withstand German military's bombardment. Especially those powerful 210mm Heavy Gun, one shot will create a huge crater.
Each army group of the German Army has a Heavy Artillery Brigade, equipped with 72 210mm Heavy Howitzers. These heavy-duty Howitzer were placed on the site of medium tanks and became self-propelled. Otherwise, it would be very difficult for these heavy cannons to follow the troops during the war.
"Boom!" A 210mm artillery shell exploded on the Russian position, leaving a large crater five or six meters in diameter. All nearby fortifications were destroyed. The Russian soldiers stationed inside were also torn into pieces.
"Boom!" A Russian military Bunker was blown to pieces in the explosion.
German Army used the calibration aircraft to continuously correct the parameters of the artillery bombardment, causing the Russian positions to be destroyed bit by bit under the bombardment of German military.
In the German Army's tactics, before launching an attack, it has become a very important part to use as powerful artillery fire as possible to destroy the enemy's defenses and kill the enemy's effective forces. In this way, it can not only enhance the certainty of breaking through the enemy's position, but also effectively reduce one's own casualties in the battle. It can be said to kill two birds with one stone. Of course, such tactics will also consume a lot of artillery shells, which will increase the pressure on one's own logistics and supply and increase the cost of war.
However, as long as we can win the war and pay more costs, that is acceptable. Especially German Army has always cherished the lives of officers and soldiers. If the enemy can be defeated with artillery shells, the officers and soldiers will never have to fight for it. This also allows the troops to effectively control casualties during battle.
Kingdom of Belarus, east of Minsk. German Army B Army Group Commander General Guderian placed his headquarters here. Although, it is less than 20 kilometers away from the front line, which is already very dangerous. However, General Guderian, who was born as an armored soldier, has always liked taking risks. He likes to stay close to the front line, smell the smoke of gunfire, and at the same time be able to understand the situation on the front line in a timely manner.
"Give the artillery units an order to fire all the prepared artillery shells within two hours and destroy all Russians's defense lines!" General Guderian ordered.
"Yes, General." A staff officer immediately went to convey the order.
"Boom! Boom! Boom!"
German artillerymen On the position, many artillerymen took off their shirts and carried artillery shells bare-chested. Even though his whole body was wet with sweat, no one cared.
Compared with the infantry who were about to attack against the enemy's bullets, they were undoubtedly very lucky. At least, you don't have to worry about your own safety. Therefore, they will fire as many artillery shells as possible. In this case, the infantry brothers will undoubtedly suffer fewer casualties when attacking.
On the Russian army's position, although they entered a state of emergency combat readiness after receiving the order. However, facing the fierce bombardment of German military, they still had no choice.
Smolensk, Russian Western Front Army headquarters, commanders General Timoshenko and Political Commissar General Fominikh, are listening to reports from the front line.
"Comrades Comrade Commander, Political Commissar, the current situation is very unfavorable to us. Our frontline airports have been attacked by the Germany people's air force, and a large number of aircraft were destroyed by the Germany people's air force before they took off. Now, The Germany people are constantly bombarding our defense lines. Our defenses are being destroyed bit by bit by the Germany people. If this continues, it will be very difficult for us to resist the Germany people's attack."
"Order all units on the front line to hold their positions. No retreat is allowed before receiving the order to retreat. I believe that the brave soldiers will be able to withstand the Germany people's attack!" General Fominikh said.
"Yes, Comrade Political Commissar!"
General Timoshenko couldn't help but frown. Unlike those guys who only shouted slogans, he knew how strong Germany people were. It is undoubtedly very difficult to easily resist the attack of Germany people.
"Let our artillery begin to fight back. We can't let German artillery continue such unscrupulous artillery fire!" General Timoshenko ordered.
"But, Comrade Commander, our artillery is weaker than the Germany people. If we start Artillery Battle with them, we will probably lose all our artillery and artillery soon." General Fominikh said.
Although, Buru Army also attaches great importance to artillery. However, limited by national strength, they are still unable to develop artillery doctrine to its extreme. When it comes to simply fighting artillery, Buru Army is definitely at a disadvantage.
"We can't control that much anymore. If we don't fight back, the morale of the troops will be greatly affected. By then, we won't be able to hold on for long." General Timoshenko said.
General Fominikh frowned, seeming dissatisfied with General Timoshenko's negative mood. However, in view of General Timoshenko's status and influence, he didn't say much.