When you are forward of your position, the artillery will always be short. Suppressive fire- won't. You are not Superman. Cavalry doesn't always come to the rescue. B-52s are not the ultimate in close air support.
Peace is our profession - mass murder is just a hobby.
Killing for peace is like whoring for virginity. There's always a way. Remember, Napalm is an area weapon. Smart bombs have bad days, too. Mines are equal opportunity weapons.