War Military: From 1978

Chapter 285 Form Development, Tug-of-War Formation!
Chu An's remarks were particularly unusual given the current situation where the Soviet Union had launched a strong invasion and quickly gained control of the situation.

Actually, it's not that people didn't think of this.

However, the incident happened suddenly, and everyone was somewhat afraid of Su Xiu's strength.

Ultimately, my country today is not the my country it will be 30 or 40 years from now.

As one of the world's two superpowers, the Soviet Union established its powerful rule and influence during World War II.

Our country, which was once so poor that we couldn't even get enough to eat, now has the courage to go barefoot. But is going barefoot what we wanted?
It's because we don't have shoes to wear.

"Chu An, your idea is excellent. Our school and our army need young cadres like you who are quick-witted and can calmly analyze situations in emergencies!"

In the brigade office, the brigade leader looked at Chu An in front of him and did not hold back his praise.

"Hehe!" Chu An smiled, but said nothing.

The captain spoke again: "I have reported your point of view. Regardless of whether it is pioneering or not, your thinking and ideas deserve encouragement. However, I also hope that you will not be arrogant. Only by staying true to your original aspirations can you go further!"

The captain was still a little worried.

Chu An is too young after all.

He was a deputy battalion-level administrative officer who was not even nineteen years old, and a first-class meritorious serviceman and a first-class hero.

With so many honors and such high praise, he worried that the young Chu An would become complacent.

"Yes!" Chu An saluted.

He simply listened to the captain's instructions.

As for pride?
Actually, there really isn't.

Chu An was able to say this largely because he knew history.

In the following days, everyone at the infantry school was somewhat distracted during training.

Every day, the first thing I do is wait for the military newspaper or radio broadcast to announce the latest international news and information.

And the Soviet Union did indeed demonstrate the strength befitting its superpower status.

In just one week, using spies who had been infiltrated long ago and their own formidable strength, they completely controlled the cities and major transportation routes within AFH.

If there is only one voice and one armed force within AFH, then AFH can be described as a nation that has been destroyed and colonized.

Of course, it looks like that on the international stage now too.

All the important locations in the country have been lost, and all that remains of the AFH is a group of opposition armed forces hiding in the mountains.

They are poor; they have nothing.

Besides manpower, they couldn't even guarantee the supply of bullets and food.

But now, is this really a problem?

Actually, that's not true!

As long as they still have people, as long as they are not all wiped out immediately, then the so-called guns, bullets, and food will be delivered to them.

They wanted to eliminate them all as soon as possible.

Could the Soviet revisionists have done it?

Yes, we can bring another 300,000 to 400,000 troops, who are currently facing off against China in the north.

if not
Within AFH territory, over 70% of the land is mountainous and hilly, with complex terrain that severely restricts the mobility of Soviet mechanized forces.

Moreover, the total number of guerrillas in Afghanistan exceeds 30. They rely on the terrain and employ guerrilla tactics. Without overwhelming force, it is a pipe dream to wipe them out in a short period of time.

To put it bluntly, the Soviet revisionists were too confident in their own modernization capabilities.

Indeed, in a direct confrontation, their advanced weaponry would allow them to easily crush what they perceive as mere dirt.

But they only number 100,000 in total.

With 100,000 men, it's impossible to sweep through the entire country of Afghanistan in a comprehensive manner when ground mechanized forces are unable to advance.

Moreover, as time goes by...

The problems they face are getting bigger and bigger.

Afghan "refugees" are flocking to neighboring countries.

This is something that Su Xiu couldn't simply rush over and wipe out.

But these "refugees" used to be well-fed and clothed, received training, and were given advanced Western weapons and various forms of aid before returning.

This essentially provided these "refugees" with a safe zone and a source of water. Thus, the tug-of-war officially began.

Chu An's previous statements were gradually confirmed.

"Squad leader, wow, you actually did as you said!"

"Sergeant Chu, how long do you estimate this battle will last?"

A group of people sat together on the grass of the tactical training field.

After listening to the squad leader's report on the latest international intelligence, Chu An's classmates and students from the neighboring class all started talking to him.

"Hehe, who knows?" Chu An said with a smile, "Anyway, it definitely won't end so quickly, unless Su Xiu is willing to admit defeat and give up on his own!"

"How is that possible?" As soon as Chu An finished speaking, someone immediately chimed in.

"Yes, that's absolutely impossible. The importance of AFH can be seen from the actions of the Soviet Union."

Moreover, within Afghanistan, the government and cities are now officially under their control.

The meat was already in his mouth, and although it was still stuck in his throat, they would absolutely not allow him to spit it out, given their status as one of the world's superpowers!

"Yes, does the Soviet Union have no pride?"
Moreover, the involvement of the Eagle Empire itself is a form of power struggle; I estimate this war will last at least a year!

One student made a bold guess, and Chu An smiled at him without saying anything.

He was very bold, but what Chu An really wanted to say was, "Comrade, you could actually be even bolder."

What is a year?
That was ten years, okay!

Our country will have to fight for ten years in the future, and the Soviet revisionists will also have to fight for ten years.

Whether he likes it or not, he has to hold on, and he has to do it from both sides at the same time, biting down and enduring it all.

"Squad leader, do you think it will last a year?" At this moment, Wang Xiaoliu once again provided an assist.

Chu An looked at everyone, then smiled calmly and said, "A year is impossible!"

"Why? Chu An, do you have any other insights?" This question was asked by the squad leader.

Chu An looked at him and smiled, "Squad leader, I think this war will take at least three to five years, or even longer!"

Chu An didn't specify the exact ten years.

Because the figure of ten years is too alarming.

"Oh? Could you elaborate on your reasoning?"

Since Chu An's unique insights last time, the squad leader now takes Chu An's speeches very seriously.

Not only the platoon leader, but also the squad leader and counselor quietly came over.

Chu An ignored them and, looking at the pairs of curious eyes around him, explained with a smile, "It's actually very simple."

As everyone just mentioned, we are now in a power struggle between two superpowers.

These two great powers are too powerful; it's impossible to determine a winner within a year.

There might be a result in three to five years, but that's just a possibility!

Chu An only talked about the international situation.

He still had nothing to say.

That is, this is also a huge opportunity for us.

The pressure from the big brother is too great. If we can force him to fight on two fronts and continue indefinitely, that would undoubtedly be the best situation for our country.

Immediately, some people pondered, while others nodded directly: "Indeed, and this is also a huge opportunity for us!"

Chu An didn't say it, but the others said it directly.

"Yes, the Soviet Union is still going to aid the Vietnamese. We are still in a standoff with the Vietnamese at the border."

"Hey, do you think the Soviet Union might abandon its aid to the Vietnamese because of the power struggle over there?"

For a moment, everyone on the lawn was talking about it. Chu An watched quietly, but did not express any opinion.

Some things are better left unsaid.

But Chu An believed that anyone with a modicum of intelligence could figure it out.

Moreover, could they possibly imagine that our country's higher-level leaders wouldn't see this?

This is a golden opportunity that the Soviet Union has handed over to them!
(End of this chapter)