Nathan was moved in his heart. Of course, Nathan knew that General Michael also took a certain risk.
These lower-level soldiers on our side are all retired, but General Michael did not. He took the plane. As the commander here, of course he has to be responsible. If he does this, he may also have to get out of his uniform.
At the same time, we can also see what people want.
Everyone has been disappointed in this peace-loving president, and also disappointed in the president's handling of this matter.
The United States does not allow people to bully at will. Even if the United States is at fault, it must be aggressive. This is the image of a world policeman, but now? Bs Guo is clearly violating international norms and detaining American civilians. As the President of the United States, he will only intimidate. The huge American army and American taxpayers’ money is armed, and the army that defends American civilians is not authorized by the President. .
The army is disappointed.
However, the army must adhere to principles and abide by the military discipline and the constitution. What Nathan calls Vietnam veterans gives them a revelation. They are all smart people and naturally know what to do.
Now, this action has become an action of a real Vietnam War veteran, and has nothing to do with the army.
Everyone is no longer a soldier, and joined the army with lofty ideals at the beginning, but now, they have all become commoners. Of course, no one will sigh with emotion.
There are still a few hours, and now they have to sort out the steps of the operation one last time, and at the same time, they have to get in touch with the intelligence personnel who have arrived in the capital of Bs.
"The military barracks in the capital of the Bs country are now empty. Today, another group of people have been taken away for censorship." Nathan was very happy when he got the latest news.
Now is the time when the armed forces of the Bs country are at their weakest. The original army, which was established by the king, is that those people obey the new government or have a good impression of the old king. They must be screened closely. , I must be holding the idea that I would rather kill a thousand by mistake and never let go of one.
The army is being purged, and it doesn't matter what military technology is left behind, as long as it is loyal and reliable.
The command system of the army was first cleaned up, so they would not be able to quickly organize an effective counterattack, especially in the middle of the night. In the later generations, the Revolutionary Guards have combat effectiveness, which has not yet been organized.
What a great opportunity.
The whole operation was finished, and Craig did not speak during the process.
"It's a pity, we still don't have strong air protection." Nathan said suddenly.
No matter how to formulate this plan, there is still a problem. After all, they can only fly one over. If there are a few armed helicopters guarding the airfield, it would be best.
In history, the failure of Operation Eagle Claw was also due to this factor, and the gunship could not fly past.
"Nathan, you can take a look at our c130." At this moment, Craig said to Nathan.
Nathan nodded. Indeed, his own side has been rehearsing many times, but it has not cooperated with the c130. When this aircraft should land and when it takes off, it needs to be negotiated.
However, this Craig has always been so confident, let himself look at a transport plane, is it so chic when he walks
Nathan was very strange. When he and Craig walked past, his eyes suddenly lit up: "ac130, aerial gunboat?"
Nathan was immediately extremely excited. He didn't expect that there was still this thing, and he had forgotten it.
This is a c130, but it is definitely not an ordinary c130!
C130 is a transport aircraft, but its performance is very advanced, suitable for various modifications, which is also the need for war.
During the Vietnam War, the US military faced a large number of unprotected but numerous and scattered Vietnamese guerrillas, villages, convoys and other targets. Guns of various calibers were the most effective against these targets, and the use of guns was relatively reasonable.
This demand stimulates the U.S. military, and they need an attack aircraft with powerful firepower and a long space. Therefore, in response to local conditions, they quickly modified transport aircraft such as C47, C119, and C130, installed search and sighting devices and guns on the doors and sides of the cabin, and added weapon pylons to form an "air gunboat."
In 1967, the U.S. Air Force decided to modify the c130 to be a new generation of "flying gunboats". The front door of the cabin was equipped with telescope-like night vision equipment, and the first generation of forward-looking infrared equipment was installed in the front of the landing gear compartment. Several 25mm cannons were installed, and the prototype used an analog fire control system.
After that, he entered the Vietnam battlefield and began actual combat. Anyone who has experienced the Vietnam War will be familiar with it.
According to the structure of the aircraft, the side door is the most suitable for adding weapons. When the aircraft is flying in the air, the side view is quite open, so it is best to attack from the side.
If it is specifically focused on fire coverage, it will have a gau12 five-barreled 25mm revolving machine gun, a lateral 40mm "Bofors" gun, and a m102 105mm howitzer, which is not bad , Even the 105mm gun can be installed in it.
At the same time, it also has fire control radar and night vision.
When it fires, it is definitely a killer on the battlefield. Any enemy will shiver below, and its firepower is definitely stronger than any kind of helicopter.
However, because the current aircraft has to undertake possible alternative transportation tasks, and the threat it faces will not be particularly large, so now there is only a 25mm revolver gun on the side door and enough ammunition .
At the same time, it also has a set of electronic jamming equipment.
This aerial gunboat was originally prepared for night operations. Now, with its participation in this operation, it will be even more successful.
Nathan looked at the machine gun exposed by the side door, and looked at a big machine gunner who was carefully wiping the barrel with a cloth. When he saw Nathan coming over, he smiled.
"I am also a Vietnam War veteran, but I have not yet joined the Veterans Club. This mission is over and I have retired. Can I join the Veterans Club?"
"Of course, you are welcome to join." Nathan said.
The Vietnam War veterans, this group, has become more and more clear, and its role will become bigger and bigger. Nathan is not good at this kind of activity, but Jenny has already been quietly laying out.
However, no matter what, even if it fails, the group of Vietnam Veterans will win the respect of American society, and the launch of the first blood will definitely cause a sensation.
Of course, he will not fail. Looking at this huge barrel, Nathan is full of confidence. (End of this chapter)