Anti-Japanese War: My equipment is infinitely refreshed

"I also know about Persia, but we don't have the extra strength to deal with the German troops there now." Admiral Wavell's voice was filled with fatigue and helplessness.

He frowned slightly, his eyes revealing deep worry.

This battle-hardened general was fully aware of the severity of the situation in Persia; however, the current predicament left him feeling overwhelmed.

He sighed slowly and continued, "Now, we are facing tremendous pressure on every battlefield. Our manpower and resources are very tight. Every line of defense is struggling to hold on. Every decision concerns the lives of countless soldiers and the direction of the war."

"The problem in Persia is indeed difficult, but we really can't spare more manpower to deal with the German army there."

Admiral Wavell's words echoed in the air, and a heavy atmosphere enveloped the entire room.

On the other end of the phone, Stilwell naturally knew the other party's helplessness.

He held the receiver tightly, his brows furrowed, as if he could feel Admiral Wavell's fatigue and stress through the phone line.

He knew very well that just dealing with the Japanese army's ghostly and difficult tactics would be enough to give Wavell a headache.

The Japanese army was like fighting a cunning poisonous snake in the dark, making it difficult for the British army to defend themselves.

And now, Persia is like a sudden smoking bomb, creating a new crisis on the map of war. This complicated situation is indeed very troublesome.

However, Stilwell knew that just worrying would not help, just like when stuck in a quagmire, struggling was the only way out.

They must solve this problem, otherwise the balance of war will be completely unbalanced.

Every second of delay could allow the German army to gain a foothold in Persia and spread the war to the entire Middle East.

Once the rich oil resources there fell into the hands of the German army, it would be like injecting the most powerful fuel into the German war machine, with unimaginable consequences.

He took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down.

"Admiral Wavell, I will not say anything more. I am sure you know that we must find a way to send reinforcements to the Middle East." Stilwell's voice was steady and firm, and every word carried unquestionable power.

He knew that time was running out and the situation was critical, and there was no room for hesitation or delay.

In this cruel chess game of war, every move is a matter of life and death, and sending reinforcements to the Middle East is a crucial step at this moment.

Hearing this, Admiral Wavell sighed, and that sigh was full of helplessness and bitterness.

He silently weighed the pros and cons in his mind, knowing full well how difficult this decision was.

Then, he asked with a hint of expectation and confusion: "General Stilwell, do you have any ideas?" There was a glimmer of hope in his eyes, as if looking for a ray of light in the darkness.

He knew that General Stilwell was always resourceful and might be able to come up with a way out of this seemingly desperate situation.

At this moment, the pressure of the entire situation is on the shoulders of these two people, so they must come up with a solution.

"I need a large number of transport ships and fighter planes." Stilwell stated his purpose without hesitation, his tone decisive and resolute.

He knew very well that at this critical moment, clearly stating the needs was the key to solving the problem.

There was a gleam of urgency in his eyes, as if time seemed to speed up more under his gaze.

"I have ordered an army to be dispatched to the Middle East, but there is a lack of transport ships to transport those soldiers, and fighter planes are also in short supply." Stilwell explained further, his words revealing his anxiety about the current predicament.

The strength of an army is a powerful fighting force, but without enough transport ships and fighter planes, they are like warriors trapped on an isolated island, unable to play their due role.

Stilwell pursed his lips tightly, and the worry in his heart hung over him like a dark cloud.

He knew that the shortage of transport ships and fighter planes was not just a material problem, but also a key factor affecting the entire Middle East war situation.

Without them, those brave soldiers would not have been able to reach the battlefield in time, stop the German attack, and protect the vital oil fields.

He looked forward to Admiral Wavell's positive response and to working together to find a solution to this difficult problem.

When Admiral Wavell heard Stilwell's request for a transport ship, his face instantly darkened and naturally did not look very good.

He frowned slightly, his eyes revealing complex emotions.

For him, the transport ship played an indispensable role in enabling him to survive this difficult battle until now.

These transport ships were like lifeboats, continuously carrying vital supplies to his troops.

The arrival of each transport ship meant that the soldiers had enough ammunition, food and medicine to continue to hold their positions and fight tenaciously against the Japanese army.

And now, Stilwell actually asked to withdraw these transport ships, which undoubtedly made him feel extremely reluctant.

Those transport ships carried his hopes and the survival of his soldiers. Once they were withdrawn, his troops might face the dilemma of supply shortages.

Not to mention, fighter jets have to be deployed.

The importance of fighter jets on the battlefield is self-evident. They are the key to air superiority and an important force for striking the enemy.

Admiral Wavell was well aware of the value of fighter planes. Each fighter plane was like a ferocious falcon, guarding the sky.

Withdrawing fighter jets means that his air force will be weakened, which will undoubtedly make the already difficult battle situation worse.

He fell into deep thought, weighing the pros and cons, thinking about how to find a balance between meeting Stilwell's requirements and protecting the needs of his own troops.

After all, we still have to give Stilwell face. If we really offend him, I'm afraid the future share of supplies will be reduced.

After thinking for a while, Admiral Wavell said solemnly: "General Stilwell, I can allocate ten transport ships and twenty fighter planes."

There was a hint of helplessness and determination in his tone.

This is the greatest sincerity he can show. In the current difficult situation, any more will not be enough.

He knew very well that every transport ship and every fighter plane were valuable resources for the war zone he was responsible for, and withdrawing them was already a risky move to balance the needs of all parties.

However, who knows, Stilwell was not satisfied. His brows were furrowed and a look of disappointment appeared on his face.

"What can ten transport ships do? How many people can they carry at a time? Just people? No weapons and equipment? And there are twenty fighter planes. That's too few." Stilwell's words were full of anxiety and dissatisfaction.

He was well aware of the urgency and importance of the battlefield in the Middle East, and that these resources were far from enough to meet the needs.

He quickly calculated in his mind how much difficulty it would bring to the battle plan if there were only so many transport ships and fighter planes.

The limited number of transport ships means that the number of troops and supplies transported each time is extremely limited, making it impossible to quickly build up a strong combat force.

However, twenty fighter planes seemed so small on the vast battlefield of the Middle East and could hardly fight against the powerful German air force.

He urgently hoped that Admiral Wavell could find a way to provide more resources to ensure the smooth implementation of the combat plan.

"General Stilwell, this is the greatest sincerity I can show. You know the war in India is not going well." Admiral Wavell once again emphasized his difficulties. He shook his head slowly, his face full of helplessness.

His eyes revealed his worry about the current situation. The war in India was stalemate, and every resource seemed precious. He had squeezed out these transport ships and fighter planes in a difficult decision, which was almost risking weakening the strength of his own theater of war to support the Middle East.

"It's not enough, far from enough. It's really too little. Compared with the Japanese army, the German army is our biggest threat." Stilwell retorted directly without giving in.

His eyes were firm and sharp, and his tone was full of urgency.

In his view, the threat posed by the German army was even greater, and their combat effectiveness and strategic intentions had a crucial impact on the direction of the entire anti-fascist war.

The situation in the Middle East concerns the control of oil resources and the security of strategic channels. There must be sufficient strength to deal with the German attack.

He could not accept such limited resources because it might lead to being passive in the confrontation with the German army and even affect the entire pattern of the war.

Hearing this, Admiral Wavell fell silent again. He stood there quietly, his brows furrowed, and his eyes revealed complex emotions.

He knew very well that what Stilwell said made sense and that the German army was indeed a serious threat, but he also had his own difficulties.

He also knew that the resources he provided were indeed too few, but he had to consider Tianzhu.

India is of vital importance to the British Empire and must not be allowed to fall into the hands of the Japanese army.

Not only does this place have rich resources, it is also an important strategic fulcrum for the British Empire in Asia and the lifeline of the empire.

He repeatedly weighed the pros and cons in his mind, thinking about how to ensure the safety of India while meeting the needs of the Middle East battlefield.

As time passed, the atmosphere became more and more solemn.

Finally, Admiral Wavell thought for a long time and emphasized again: "At most double it."

Although his voice was not loud, it revealed his firm determination.

He had made the greatest concessions and hoped that Stilwell could understand his difficulties and work together to deal with this difficult war.

Hearing this, Stilwell also knew the other party's determination. He frowned slightly, and a hint of helplessness flashed in his eyes.

After thinking about it, I decided not to force it.

He understood that Admiral Wavell had done his best and that under the current circumstances, he could not place all his hopes on others.

After hanging up the phone, Stilwell couldn't help but sigh.

His heart was heavy, and worry hung over him like a dark cloud.

Not to mention the transport ships, although their number is limited, at least they can transport some troops and supplies.

But what can we do with just those few fighter jets?

In his opinion, the forty fighter planes, which doubled from the twenty, were just a drop in the bucket.

There are still not enough for the German fighter planes to fill the gaps.

On the battlefield in the Middle East, the German air force is strong, and these fighters are simply unable to compete with it, making it difficult to gain air superiority, let alone provide effective support for ground forces.

"General Stilwell, why don't you ask Cun Yunsheng? I guess he should have a better idea?" the adjutant reminded.

The adjutant's voice broke Stilwell's meditation. He raised his head slightly, and a hint of thought flashed in his eyes.

The name Cun Yunsheng made him feel moved. Perhaps this person really could have a better way to solve the current dilemma.

But he was not sure. After all, the situation was so complicated that no one could guarantee a perfect solution.

However, in these difficult times, any glimmer of hope is worth trying.

"Contact him immediately." Stilwell ordered without hesitation. His tone was filled with urgency and expectation, as if he had grasped a life-saving straw.

"Yes." The adjutant acted quickly and began to contact Cun Yunsheng. Time passed by in the tense waiting.

Not long after, the call was connected, and Cun Yunsheng's steady and powerful voice came from the other end of the phone.

"General Stilwell, you're looking for me?"

"Yes, Cun, there is something I need your help with." Then, Stilwell expressed his troubles.

He elaborated in detail on the shortage of transport ships and fighter jets, as well as the current difficulties.

His words were filled with concern about the situation and a desire for a solution.

Hearing this, Cun Yunsheng was not surprised. On the contrary, he deliberately asked Sun Liren to do this.

The corners of his mouth rose slightly, revealing an imperceptible smile.

He had already made up his mind that this seemingly unsolvable problem might become an important turning point in his plan.

He listened quietly to Stilwell's story, thinking quickly about how to respond.

"General Stilwell, why don't you seek help from the Soviet army?" Cun Yunsheng suddenly asked.

"Soviet Army?" Stilwell was stunned. It was obvious that he did not expect Cun Yunsheng to come up with such a bad idea.

Yes!

To him, this was a bad idea.

"Yes, the Soviet army's war potential is very large. They have a large number of troops. I believe that if they are willing to take action, they should be able to easily resolve this dilemma." Cun Yunsheng said calmly.

His tone revealed a rational analysis and a clear judgment of the situation.

In his view, the Soviet Union's huge military power was indeed an important resource that could be used.

The Soviet Union demonstrated tenacious combat effectiveness and strong war mobilization capabilities during the war. Its army was large in number, well-equipped and had rich combat experience.

If the Soviet Union could deploy part of its forces to the Middle East battlefield, it would undoubtedly put tremendous pressure on the German army and might even quickly reverse the situation.

However, who knew that Stilwell on the other end of the phone looked unhappy.

His brows were furrowed, and his eyes revealed a complex emotion. Stilwell was well aware of the complexity and potential risks of cooperating with the Soviet Union.

Although the two sides are allies, there are many contradictions and competitions between them in ideology, geopolitics and other aspects.

Cooperation with the Soviet Union could have adverse effects on the reconstruction of the post-war international order.

In addition, although the Soviet Union's strategic focus in the war was on the European battlefield, its attention to the Middle East was also considerable.

If the Soviet army really takes action, it will probably cause great trouble. (End of this chapter)