Part 7/9:
Should the Romans adopt risky but calculated movements, utilizing expendable troops, they might create openings for more strategically vital units equipped with pilum to close the distance safely. Still, the presence of the M240B machine gunners introduces significant challenges for any Roman advance.
The Closing Mechanism
To close the gap effectively, the Romans might need to sacrifice numerous soldiers up front while protecting their more critical units behind a line of expendable attackers. Meanwhile, the Marines would prioritize targeting these advance units with machine gun fire, creating a formidable barrier for the Roman forces.