The siege of Gal could be considered the Marine Corps' first bitter battle after landing. Strictly speaking, the greatest enemy was actually the countless starving people.
Compared to other places, especially the countryside, the situation in Gal was more severe.
In fact, it's easy to understand why.
Gal is a big city that doesn't produce grain, and all its food is supplied by nearby rural areas. Under the wartime control system, it was the responsibility of the local government to purchase and distribute food. But with the granaries being emptied by the Fan Army, where could the local government find food to distribute to the residents?
In contrast, even if the farmers were forced to hand over grain to the Fan Army, each household had some reserves and could obtain some sustenance through fishing and gathering.
Let's not forget, West Meng State is located downstream of the Gangaro River, where water products are abundant in the River Mouth Delta.
