there were up to 300 people around
so damn yes
will they let probably less than 30 in front get shot, then go in?
damn right they would
I’m likely different from you. If I saw 10 of my comrades fall in front of me, I’d be looking for another place to be. Remember, in spite of their bluster, these are not trained and disciplined troops, but rather guys and gals who have never been told ‘no’ in their lives.