Band of Brothers scene 4 & 5

[Spledge]

(Potential Spoiler Alert: Don't read this post if you plan on playing the Band of Brothers campaign.)
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With respect to the Band of Brothers campaign, is the key to a victory in scenarios 5 & 6 to utilize the M37s (GMC 105mm) in a direct fire role?

Thanks!