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Post by Heiße Scheiße on Dec 11, 2013 20:40:17 GMT -7
January 1942
"Mein Leibling,
The past few months in this horrible land have been cold and dreadful. Herr Hauptmann will have me Court Marshaled if he gets wind of this but we are horribly under equipped for General Winter. The Panzers are so cold the tracks snap as soon as they are put in a forward motion! I must make this quick. We have received orders to clean and ready weapons. There are reports that the cold weather may break and warm up, I think High Command would like to take the town so they can keep their keisters nice and toasty when Sergent Winter comes back. There is no doubt that Ivan is thinking the same at this very moment. We have been issued a new weapon however. A newly developed fully automatic short round 7.92mm rifle with a 30 round magazine capacity! Oh how I can't wait to see Ivan turn tail and run back to the Steppes! Please keep the letters coming, they are an uplifting moment in this desolate wasteland.
My love to the children,
Karl"
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Post by Heiße Scheiße on Dec 12, 2013 15:31:19 GMT -7
Dearest Mother and Father,
I hope this letter finds you in high spirits. The weather here has been bitterly cold but at least we have some basic shelter and issued cold weather gear to combat the elements. I've just been relieved of watch over the front lines and it's obvious the Germans are not as equipped as we are for the cold. The Commissar just made his rounds with the Vodka rations and informed us the weather may take a turn for the better and reach bearable temperatures. That only means the Fashisty's will want to make a push to overtake our positions in this town. It reminds me of our village so I feel I must defend it at all costs for Comrade Stalin!
Your son,
Alexi.
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Post by Heiße Scheiße on Dec 24, 2013 23:00:36 GMT -7
Report from the front line-Gustav Sector
Probing actions taken against Soviet front lines towards main town objective. Encountered light defensive machine gun fire from fixed positions on outskirts of town. No retaliatory artillery encountered. Enemy armour heard in distance but faded away towards heavy action to north of town.
Night watch reported sporadic starburst flare and small arms fire. Minimal casualties.
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Post by Heiße Scheiße on Jan 2, 2014 17:01:22 GMT -7
General Zhukov,
Our intelligence services have intercepted a German communique that is indicating they are planning an attack on the town in the next couple of weeks. Exact date has not been completely determined but appears to be set for January 25th. Operation will not commence if temperatures are below -5 Degree Celcius.
We have sent our armor to the northern sectors and require reinforcements as soon as possible.
I eagerly await your reply.
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Post by alpini on Jan 3, 2014 12:53:39 GMT -7
Telegram from Italian positions to the south:
Request for troops understood stop. Russians in retreat south stop. Italian reserves marching north to re-enforce your position stop. For the fatherland stop.
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Post by bandit brother on Jan 4, 2014 1:26:15 GMT -7
Ya`ll know us dumb jarheads is always getting lost and showin up in the weirdest places. But like my daddy always said, `Just cuz you didn't start no fight don't mean you cant finish it.`` It`s funny, but I thought the Pacific would be warmer. Oh well, my new pal Tommy gets here later this week, should be a good excuse to bring him out and see if he can live up to my old buddy Tommy.
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Post by Heiße Scheiße on Jan 5, 2014 20:03:42 GMT -7
I have some loaner gear in limited quantity to gear up maybe 3 people max.
I have:
Full set post war y-straps with pouches and equipment belt
Waffen SS Dot44 set big enough for warm clothes underneath for a 5'10 180ish fellow
2 Waffen SS pullover smocks
Just bring me a wobbly or 2. Keeping them cold won't be the problem!
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Post by baronsass on Jan 7, 2014 11:47:42 GMT -7
I have some loaner gear in limited quantity to gear up maybe 3 people max. I have: Full set post war y-straps with pouches and equipment belt Waffen SS Dot44 set big enough for warm clothes underneath for a 5'10 180ish fellow 2 Waffen SS pullover smocks Just bring me a wobbly or 2. Keeping them cold won't be the problem! I'll bring along all I can as well - SS tunic, some kit, boots, etc... |
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Post by wolf SS Wiking on Jan 13, 2014 22:21:21 GMT -7
Today was another horrible day in a long line of horrible days. Our last panther died of exhaustion as its engine gave up the ghost no spares no ammo and literally no fuel. Stripped of all weapons we can use we left her there abandoned with her twenty kill marks showing on her barrel. Rumour has it we will return to Germany to reform our shattered ranks.
As it is till that happens we will join our greniediers as infantry.
Have enough gear to get started but clothing is an issue, lol.Have an SS Pullover smock with hat otherwise modern will be worn till a later date.
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Post by Heiße Scheiße on Jan 15, 2014 19:18:02 GMT -7
Temperatures appear to be improving. I hear of reenforcements moving up from the rear. Along with the Italians we should have a sizeable force to begin an assault on the town.
Weather reports indicate a high of 1degC.
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Mictain
New Recruit
Allied/Resistance
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Post by Mictain on Jan 16, 2014 20:06:36 GMT -7
To:
Special Operations Executive.
We have received information that the Germans are planning to attack our town. Local resistance groups are readying for the invasion as are the Russians occupying the town. We request assistance IMIEDIATLY. Please send weapons and supplies ASAP! Our resistance movement greatly needs your help.
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Post by Heiße Scheiße on Jan 18, 2014 19:22:11 GMT -7
One week out. Attack is scheduled as planned. Reconnaissance platoon reports no enemy armour in the area and we've received little in the way of artillery strikes. Let's see what Ivan is up to.
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Post by moviepropman on Jan 21, 2014 21:50:05 GMT -7
When will coordinates for the battle be released to the troops?
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Post by bandit brother on Jan 22, 2014 0:25:21 GMT -7
Well ya know us gyrenes gotta beg borrow and steal anything the REMFs don't think we need, like parts for transportation. If anyone has room for one more coming from the north I may need that. Its kinda a long walk
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Post by baronsass on Jan 23, 2014 10:48:06 GMT -7
BEFEHL Nr. 01/25
Meine Herren,
A break in the weather has provided us with the opportunity to bring Ivan to heel.
Presently, infantry reinforcements are en route to your sector to bolster the forthcoming attack on both the town and surrounding forest. Intelligence indicates that elements of two separate Russian Infantry Divisions are likewise being deployed to counter your efforts.
You will not be deterred.
Elements of the 4th Panzer Armee are poised to push through the line at your location. Your assault will clear the way for them. Success, as such, is imperative.
Your orders are simple:
<<Engage and destroy any and all enemy forces within your sector>>
Additional ammunition and rations are already being distributed to your men. Ensure that each of your soldiers understands the importance of this battle with absolute clarity - they must bring a new level of pitilessness and ferocity to bear on the foe, or they will fail. There can be no half-measures on this day. Indeed – none will be tolerated.
To the forthcoming victory!
us.
General Hermann Hoth
Oberbefehlshaber, Armee Gruppe Sud
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