Lovely in its harsh brutality. A chilling testament to why you can’t win a land war in Asia.

it is harsh, war, and very real. But more stories need to be told about the brutality and horrible things war forces people to do. And the greatness achieved when victory is had.

Another story that rings true. What you describe is exactly what the Russians did.

Wow. The part about the rifles is chilling.

Nancy,

The part about the rifles is true. It actually happened as described.

The NKVD or whatever security forces were there set up machine guns to the rear of the attacking infantry. If they came back or didnt move forward quickly enough, they were gunned down. Penal battalions were sent out to clear areas with landmines. All in all, a nasty business all around.