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As part of their preparations, the unit conducted thorough reconnaissance. This involved not just mapping out existing Russian lines but also identifying potential enemy expansions within the dense treelines. Their strategy revolved around seizing crucial defensive positions while maintaining momentum against their adversaries.
The successful clearing of territory allowed them to establish staging grounds for future assaults and operate collaboratively with other army units. They began to understand the importance of detailed training—most notably rigorous night operations, as most attacks were planned for the cover of darkness.