The naval bombardment of Durrës was just the first shot fired in the Italo-Turkish war (let's call it the Italian-Turkish war, in the words of Austria, I thought it was fighting with Austria-Hungary).

However, the outcome of this shelling is no longer guessable, and with the old guns of Durrës, it can be the opponent of the Italian battleship formation.

Of course, since the Italian military gave priority to sending battleship formations to shell Durrës, it must also have its own purpose.

In Italy's seaport cities such as Bari, Brindisi, Taranto, etc., this time has become quite different. Because the barracks outside the city were full of soldiers, and even the barracks could not live, and they were arranged to build temporary barracks.

Of course, these energetic soldiers stationed in these cities naturally gave the city only a place to consume, what kind of dining and entertainment they wanted, and they could see officers and soldiers wearing gray-green military uniforms everywhere. However, while they are increasing the income of the city, there are also a lot of bullshit. But fortunately, considering the influence of the country and the fear of the gendarmerie, it is basically a matter of jealousy, fights and brawls.

But even so, twenty or thirty cases a day still make the local government very troubled. However, considering that these officers and soldiers were about to go to the battlefield, the local government did not make trouble with the garrison.

As for Lieutenant General Simeone, who commanded these armies, it was for the same reason that he did not manage these bad things very much. After all, the military discipline of the armies of European countries is like that, and it is a little difficult for him to be so disciplined by the armies of the Celestial Empire in later generations.

This time, Lieutenant General Simeone was able to get the role of commander of the first wave of landing forces, and in addition to his achievements, there was also the factor of overtures from the old army leaders.

And this time it's no longer with the indigenous Africans, who not only have a lot of things to do, but they are also under a lot of pressure. So as long as those officers and soldiers don't go too far, then he won't let the officers and soldiers be banned from traveling. After all, if you want to go to war, you always have to let people relax.

In the makeshift headquarters outside Bari, Lieutenant General Simeone was also making his final pre-war inspection.

"Is the ammunition well prepared?"

"We have already loaded these ammunition on board in advance in accordance with the configuration of two bases for soldiers, four bases for artillery and two bases for machine guns. Just wait for the signal from the Navy, and we can transport it directly with the soldiers. ”

The answer to Simeone was Colonel Harper, the logistics officer, who was responsible for distributing and counting the various supplies and ammunition that needed to be carried.

After hearing the words of the logistics chief, Lieutenant General Simeone nodded secretly, expressing his approval of this, and the importance of logistics to the army cannot be overstated, let alone the modern army that relies most on logistics.

"What about shovels, raincoats, tents, and other supplies?"

After asking about weapons and ammunition? Simone cared about other supplies.

"We have thirteen thousand shovels in store at the moment? Five thousand more will be able to be delivered in two days. There are now forty-three thousand raincoats, and four thousand five hundred tents for tents? In addition, we have prepared more than 4,000 steel drills and matching hammers? In addition, 50 tons of explosives and 30,000 meters of telephone lines were prepared? and fifteen sets of field telephone systems ......"

In Colonel Harper's report, Simeone learned more intuitively? How much do you need? These supplies are all necessary for him to command the army? Fortunately, the climate in Albania, which is about to fight, is still wrong, otherwise you will need to carry more things.

But the debriefing was not only good news, but Colonel Harper talked about some not-so-good news.

"In addition, we inspected the military boots and found that there were 3,000 pairs of quality problems? A lot of boots are already cracking before they are worn? In the gloves, 2,000 pairs were also found to have quality problems. ”

Listening to Colonel Harper's words, Simeone's face became not very good-looking, but then he calmed down and said casually. "Report these situations to the Army Logistics Department, and leave those things that have quality problems. Found a quality problem with the material later? That's how it goes. Also, let your people check more often, and don't let these inferior products get into the hands of soldiers. Do these things as a demon? Then you will be credited with this time. ”

Simeone rewarded him with credit, and Colonel Harper didn't know how to answer. "Please rest assured? I scrutinize every item that comes in. ”

In the face of Colonel Harper's words, Simeone patted him on the shoulder as a sign of encouragement.

As for why there are so many inferior products in the materials? Simeone didn't want to be furious and asked? Because this thing is seriously investigated? It will involve a large number of people. And he can't do that at the moment, especially if he still needs the support of the old generals.

In addition, this matter is not a secret in the army, and Simeone, as a high-ranking officer, does not have the ability and qualifications to solve these problems. However, the common practice is to throw these inferior products in the warehouse, and finally store them for too long, and they are scrapped when they lose moisture.

So after finding out these inferior products, Simeone continued to inspect the materials in the warehouse, and then brought people to prepare to go back.

However, at this point, he almost collided with a herald, who brought him news.

"Lieutenant General, the Chief of Staff asked you to go back quickly, there is news from Durrës."

As soon as he heard the herald's words, Simeone immediately hurried back to the headquarters, which was also the most important thing related to the landing of his troops.

"How's that, Chief of Staff."

Simeone, who hurried all the way back to the headquarters, opened his mouth to ask Major General Bartlett, who was waiting for him, as soon as he broke through the door.

That's right, this time it's their partner again, mainly considering that the two have cooperated well in East Africa, and the first wave of landing operations is very important, so they are still paired together.

For Simeone and Bartlet, it's even better, because they're all acquaintances who have worked together, so they don't have to get started and they can do what they want to do as soon as they get started.

"Half an hour ago, the Navy liaison ship arrived in Bari, and they brought the news that the Navy had removed the obstacles in the port of Durrës."

"How fast?"

Simeone, who heard the news, was a little surprised, knowing that according to the plan, the naval ship formation should have arrived off Durres yesterday. It took only one day and one night to flatten the Ottoman coastal fortifications in the area, which was indeed a bit quick.

"This is the battle report that was brought."

The chief of staff handed him the battle report, and Simone looked at it with a glance. After reading it, he praised it. "I didn't expect the navy to contribute a lot this time, pulling the battleship to Durrës."

"yes."

Since the Navy has cleared the way for itself, then there is nothing to say.

Simeone then spoke. "An order was issued that all officers and men must return to the camp outside of dark, and we will leave tomorrow."

"That's good, no problem."

After answering Simeone's order, Bartlett continued to ask. "So which troop will be on board first tomorrow?"

Bartlett asked this question very well, and the meaning was basically the same as who played the striker.

Simeone thought about it for a moment and then spoke. "Let the 8th Division go first, just to see if Pascal is talking big."

In this case, Simeone still prioritizes reliable troops. After all, the Eighth Division is a unit that has been led by itself, and its ability is still known.