//------------------------------// // Battle of Canterlot pt.1: No sacrifice, no victory. // Story: Supermarine "Spitfire" // by Kitsune_Kenshi //------------------------------// To prevent the Nazi's air raid on Canterlot, innocents and children were evacuated from Canterlot. There once crowded city was left only with the soldiers. Prime Minster Winston Churchill heard about this and came to a meeting with Princess Celestia, both leaders agreed to benefit each other. Just a few hours after the meeting, more weapons, ammunition and men were transported to Canterlot, but Nazi's plan to attack Canterlot is still uncertain. After all, these SS were tricky and hard to kill. Especially all those brainwashed kids that the SS got from normal families. On each roofs of each building was armed with at least two anti-aircraft guns. Operated by expert gunners and newly trained creatures. Not only for the surface to air, the RAF introduced their bombers, attackers, and fighters to the Wonderbolt. Jacob returned to his place as squadron leader, and after a lot of trainings and tests, Spitfire; the captain of the Wonderbolt, finally got her hooves on the Supermarine Spitfire. To make the Equestrain Air Force stronger than ever, the RAF created ten fighter squadron, five elite squadron, five light-bomber platoon, five heavy-bomber platoon, ten attacker squadron, and a transport squadron. Each pilots were trained by the RAF's elite pilots, so they are..... uh..... quite deadly. To prevent the lack of tankers, the British armed force began to train non-humans. Now over 2,000 creatures joined the armed force. Also, many anti-tank tactics were taught to the soldiers by the most experienced tankers and anti-tank gunners. It seemed like the Equestrian Army is ready for battle, but hold on, there's one more thing. PTSDs. This mental problem had been affecting lots of warriors, especially the Equestrians. They haven't experience war for too long, some of them even committed suicide. Luckily, humans has the most experience on PTSDs. Many psychologists were asked to talk to these soldiers. Other than that, they're ready for an intense, bloody, brutal, merciless battle. (~) On the runway next to the Wonderbolt Academy, 40 Spitfires are ready to take off, they'll be patrolling the sky, also to engage enemy fighters and bombers. They're led by Jacob and his friend, Lucas. Lucas is Jacob's buddy before his arrival to Equestria, they fought the same battle, fly the same plane, and working together. He's also a RAF elite pilot. Under two elite pilots' lead, Equestria's first official Air Force squadron, "Thunderbolts" will be fighting for Equestria in the skies. Jacob suggested to change the name from Wonderbolt to Thunderbolt; to be more fearsome and mighty. Spitfire and her squadron also flies Supermarine Spitfires. The yellow pegasus painted her plane's tail bright yellow to stand out. Her squadron did the same, this is to tell their enemies and allies that this is the first non-human fighter squadron. But before this, many officers disagreed to form this "Thunderbolt" flight squadron; because the pilots were not humans. But Jacob was able to convince the offices to change their minds by explaining that humans and non-humans must work together and unite as one. Finally, they agreed. Meanwhile, the armored platoon is ready to roll. The armored platoon is also made up with humans and non-humans. Applejack was the commander of the non-human platoon, her platoon is made up with Griffins, Royal guards, and unicorns. Each of them was taught carefully by experienced human tankers. The non-human platoon was armed with Cruiser IV medium tanks. Don't worry about the loading part, the main guns of the tanks were the 2 pounders 40mm guns. The rounds are not too heavy, and light enough for the non-humans to carry. The trench defense was set up already, new men and creatures were added to replace the dead. The supplies truck kept sending in ammunitions and rounds through the portal to the Equestrian Battlefront. Thirty 6 pounders were towed into their anti-tank posts, Vickers were placed into the bunkers, and each soldier are given new rifles, SMGs, or LMGs to replace the broken ones. The student 6 were in their bunkers, joking around and trying to comfort the scared ones, rebooting them to fight. Little did they know, each small words and encouragements caused a great different in the battle that will take place not long later. In the city of Canterlot, the princesses and the generals were hidden in the air raid shelters, planning and talking about the strategies. While the AA crews on the buildings were in positions, ready to clear the sky when needed. The Artilleries were also towed in place, each crew were experienced and ready incase of any immediate fire support. The 25 pounders had their barrels pointed upwards, High-Explosive rounds were laid in a chest next to them, the gunners were next to the artillery gun, preparing for orders. The back-up forces were also in position, ready to go to the battlefield to support the soldiers when needed. Everyone is too tense and nervous, Gallus noticed this, "Hey guys," he said, "I know this is hard for everyone, but we can't give up." "But, the Nazis... they've more soldiers than us! How are we going to win this?!" a pony cried, everyone begin to mutter. The student six were getting nervous, the battle haven't start yet and their army is already breaking down. Suddenly, a familiar figure stood above the trench. Jacob Willson. "Jacob?" Gallus asked, surprised, "Shouldn't you be at the Wonderbolt academy?" "Well I suppose it won't hurt if I come to check on you guys." Jacob said, he frowned at the sight of the muttering soldiers. "What's wrong with them?" he asked. "They think that we can't win," Gallus sighed, "We're outnumbered." The RAF pilot touched his own temple, "I'll handle this." He then made his way on top of a tall rock. He cleared his throat, grabbing everyone's attention. He then took a deep breath before starting his speech. "I'm just as nervous as you all are." He began, "We are outnumbered. But there's one thing I want all of you to know." The crowd shared a confused look. "I want you all to remember, that no bastard ever won a war without dying for his/her country. I know this sounds strange, but I've experienced it: Back in Dunkirk evaluation, our forces were outnumbered by the Germans. We thought no one's gonna survive that shit. But we did. Why? Cause we fought. Nobody can win a war with sacrificing a life or lives. There's no victories without losing something. If there's a war, death is normal, it's part of it. But that doesn't mean we fear it. What is an soldier's last wish in a war? TO DIE IN A GLORIOUS DEATH!!! WE're not cowards are we? NO!!! Remember this: No sacrifice.... NO VICTORY!!!!" The crowd were shocked and impressed by his speech, some of them lowered their heads in shame, but lifted up as they realized what Jacob means. "The Nazis are invading and attacking YOUR land, they're killing and slaughtering YOUR kind! YOUR families, YOUR children, YOUR everything!!! What do we do? We....FIGHT!!! I say we get these bastards OFF your lands once and for all! Each drop of blood, each lives taken, an each wound, we make it worth it. YOU TAKE BACK WHAT'S YOURS AND MAKE SURE THESE BITCHES WILL NOT COME FOR IT AGAIN!!!! WHO'S WITH ME?!" Jacob yelled the last sentences out loud, the crowd's emotions are rising, they can already feel the heat in their blood. The crowd cheered. "That's right! We take back what's ours!" A pony yelled. "We make them bleed! And make sure they'll never come for us again!" A Griffin yelled. "For our families! For our friends! For our land!" A unicorn yelled. "Alright!!!!" Jacob concluded, "NO SACRIFICE...." he waited for the crowd to answer. "NO VICTORY!!!" the crowd cheered. "Good! NOW GET YOUR ASSSES TO YOU GUNS!!!" Jacob ordered, making everyone runs to their positions, "OUR LAND, OUR BLOOD!!!" "Wow," Silverstream said, "He's great at speech." "yeah, I can already feel my blood boiling!" Smolder agreed. "Hey Jacob, thanks for the help." Gallus shocked the pilot's hand. "No problem." Jacob smiled as he went back to the Wonderbolt academy by riding on a chariot pulled by to pegasus. The speech is sure encouraging, and the Equestrian and non-Equestrian army are totally ready.