Why would I join the army if I can’t drive a Gundam!

Chapter 19 The Man Who Started Scheming
The defense level of the Zeon side is beyond reproach, which was forced out by the Federation. The fortifications are arranged layer by layer based on the terrain. Not only are they strategically located, but they can also form a firepower network that covers each other, taking into account all directions. On the only few roads that can be used for tanks to pass, there are densely packed dragon teeth, which are conical anti-tank roadblocks cast from reinforced concrete. In those hidden positions where infantry can make detours, layer upon layer of barbed wire is pulled up. In addition, although there are no obvious signs, these roads that can be used by the attacking side are definitely full of mines.

This is why Macharius said that the Zeons were making things difficult for Fat Tiger, because without artillery fire cover, infantry alone would not be able to break through this defensive position.

"Then let's stick with the old style, a pincer attack?"

With the addition of infantry scouts, Macharius's hand-drawn defense map basically covered all kinds of defenses they would face, including trenches, anti-tank trenches, machine gun bunkers, anti-tank missile positions and minefields. Perhaps there were more hidden defenses that had not been discovered, but there was no time left, because this was also an assessment item. The faster the position was taken, the higher their evaluation would be. If it dragged on for too long, they might even be directly judged as a failure. Because on the battlefield, the enemy would definitely not wait for the position to be captured, so they would continue to reinforce.

"Okay, a pincer attack, but we'll change the direction!"

A pincer attack is a tactic that involves splitting one's forces into two and attacking the enemy from two directions. This forces the enemy to stretch out their front lines and engage in a two-pronged attack. On a map, a pincer attack resembles the sharp claws of a giant crab, fiercely clamping down on the enemy's throat. The advantage of a pincer attack lies in its ability to disperse forces, significantly reducing the damage inflicted by a single enemy attack compared to a sword attack. Of course, this tactic is not without its drawbacks. A pincer attack typically requires a large number of troops, and this dispersed force increases the risk of being surrounded and annihilated.

However, the advantages are more obvious, especially in short-range conflicts and battles for front lines. The pincer attack begins from one side (wing a), like a sharp sword, quickly penetrating the enemy's formation and breaking through the enemy's weak points. Then, this vanguard force will advance a distance, like a sharp wedge, forcibly inserting itself into the enemy's rear and forming a stable offensive fulcrum.

At the same time, the other wing (b) was like a hammer with tacit cooperation, attacking the enemy from the side, surrounding the enemy and successfully cutting off the connection between its forward and rear, forming a deadly tactical cut.

Wing A would then be responsible for encircling and suppressing the remaining enemy forces ahead, like an eagle soaring through the sky, while Wing B would continue to advance deep into the enemy's rear, delivering devastating blows. The ingenuity of this strategy lay in its dual spatial pressure, leaving the enemy with nowhere to escape and making it difficult for them to mount an effective resistance.

"So what direction are you going to change?"

"I'll go this way!"

Macharius pointed to a position to the rear and right of the enemy position on the map, which was northeast by north on the map.

"That place is not easy to walk in! But if it's you, it should be no problem!"

John didn't even need to see the place in person. He could imagine what that direction looked like just by looking at the map: the undulating hillsides, the dense vegetation, the rivers swollen due to the rain, making it extremely difficult for infantry to pass, let alone tanks!
"So, is this something you calculated as well?"

"Yeah, who makes me a genius?"

"Okay, Spears, your platoon follows Red Dragon One!"

John simply and decisively handed over the best platoon under his command. These were the best in the academy, with top technical and tactical skills, and were most suitable for carrying out this kind of high-risk mission.

"So, when's the attack time?"

Macharius looked at the map and said with certainty.

"It will take me about 0745 minutes to make a detour. So, the attack time is :?"

"Okay! Then reset the time?"

Macharius and John both raised the tactical watches on their left hands and adjusted the time on both of them.

Then Macharius jumped onto his tank.

"Andre, the three of you will be responsible for covering John. Prioritize attacking the anti-tank positions. Don't rush the attack. Take down all the defenses first. Follow my instructions for the specific advance!"

"Understood, don't worry! The data has all been synchronized. I promise to resolve those targets as soon as possible!"

Then, without any hesitation, Macharius ordered Eugene to drive, and the platoon of federal infantry followed closely behind in the transport vehicle.

In the director's office, several officers were huddled in a corner, not daring to utter a word, watching the two men sitting in front of the large central screen. One of them was Dozle, and the other was Gene Klini. General Rebil and Killian had already returned to Zim City via shuttle, each with their own priorities.

"It looks like the Blue team is going to launch a pincer attack, Vice Admiral Dozle, what do you think?"

"It's a very conventional tactic, but very effective, especially in mountain attacks and defenses. But they might be disappointed. If you can think of it, we can think of it too!"

Dozle proudly picked up the wine glass in front of him and drank the wine in it in one gulp.

"So, there might be problems with the Blue team's offensive!"

"Really? Then let's see if your preparations are successful!"

"General Jin seems to be disapproving of my arrangement?"

"I just trust the person who launched the attack more!"

Jin En looked at the large map in front of him. On it was a blue arrow representing Macharius, who was struggling forward.

The road in front of him was indeed very difficult to drive on. In addition to the height difference, there was also messy vegetation, which seriously hindered the tank's progress. Especially when going uphill, the vehicle was still slipping.

"No, boss, I can't drive up this far!"

"Give me the driving rights!"

Macharius did not criticize his driver. The road he chose was impossible for a normal person to take, but who said he was not a normal person?

"By the way, keep the infantry away!"

"Do you want to?"

Eugene's face changed drastically and he shouted hurriedly on the communication channel.

"Spears, get your people away, we're going to race!"

The infantry commander who was trudging through the mud outside was very puzzled.

"No, you guys are racing, why are you asking us to stay away?"

"Anyway, just listen to me!"

Spears was about to say something when he heard the sudden roar of an engine. The tank that had just been moving forward cautiously now changed its appearance. After retreating slightly to leave some distance for acceleration, Red Dragon No. 1 suddenly leaped up and rushed into the dense forest.

Looking at the mixture of grass and mud blown all over his body by the tracks, Spears finally understood why.

"Pah, pah, pah, damn it, eat my mouthful of dirt!"

Although in a mess, Spears immediately ordered his infantry to follow Red Dragon No. 1 closely. After all, with the other side leading the way, the infantry could march on the tracks to avoid slipping!
(End of this chapter)