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Old 04-01-2008, 01:08 AM   #153 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by zraver View Post
Their doctrine was first rate, but they could not support it. The first things that are going to die would be the scout elements. leading the spear vs NATO heavy units with BRDM's and ACV's is not a way to see long life. This means 10 minutes after the war starts the security element would be the lead element.
Would the fact that they planned nothing more than a pre-emptive strike adjust your views? They were never planning to march to the Atlantic. Only a spoiling attack before the nuclear exchange.
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