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Chapter 515 Old Zhao! We're changing clothes! [Please subscribe! Please vote!]

Upon hearing this, Wei Tao immediately exuded the aura of a regimental commander, pursed his lips, and accepted the documents handed to him by Wu Fengxu.

[Notice Regarding Full Preparations for the "Iron Fist-2008" Exercise]

[As instructed by the military leadership, the following is a notification regarding all preparatory work for the "Iron Fist-2008" exercise.]

[I. Unify thinking and clearly recognize the importance of this exercise.]

Wei Tao astutely noticed that the document used three superlatives to highlight the significance of this exercise.

It invited the most countries, had the highest-level military observers, and featured the largest scale of external exhibition!
It is clear.

This is no longer just an internal test of the military's development within Yan State.

It is also the roar of this giant dragon, which has long been entrenched in the East, a symbol of its "return" to the world!

It's no wonder that the document listed "unifying the spirit" as a top priority.

This is a military battle.

It's also a political battle!

All participating units must work together with one heart and one mind to ensure that this exercise achieves the best results internationally!

As the undisputed "protagonist" of this exercise, the 149th Division, which has to constantly accept rotations from various brother units, undoubtedly has the heaviest burden to shoulder!
"call"

With this in mind, Wei Tao skillfully took out a pack of cigarettes from Wu Fengxu's pocket, lit one, and took several large puffs to ease his tension slightly before continuing to read.

The rest of the document contains very specific preparatory work.

It goes without saying that basic things like increasing training volume and improving mastery of weapons, equipment, and various tactics and methods are essential.

The 446th Regiment was involved in some "special" matters. One and a half months before the start of the exercise, the 446th Regiment had to set off for the "Dingshan Combined Tactical Training Base" located in Shandong Province to familiarize themselves with the site in advance.

As the largest and only special operations training ground in the entire army, the Dingshan Training Base has an extremely diverse internal environment, covering various complex terrains such as hills, ditches, and towns, which can fully meet the needs of this mountain offensive and defensive exercise.

However, to be honest...

Dingshan Training Base is not the most suitable training ground for mountain offensive and defensive operations.

Since the end of that modern war that awakened the world.

Within the Yan Kingdom's military, they began to actively learn from the West's strengths in military construction and, referring to the West's "base-based military training model," built seven major military training bases.

Seven military regions and seven training bases—this is clearly not a numerical coincidence.

That's right. These seven training bases were built specifically for the seven military regions based on their respective combat styles and mission requirements.

The Bashu Military Region is no exception. Its subordinate "Liangshan Combined Tactical Training Base" is the largest mountain offensive and defensive training base in the entire army. It is built entirely according to actual combat standards, and even has a simulated field that is a one-to-one reproduction of the enemy and our side's layout on the southwestern front back then.

If Guan Jiwu, a veteran of the Southwest Campaign, were to lead the 149th Division to the Liangshan base to compete with other units, the exercise would be completely meaningless.

What observers from various countries will witness is an extremely brutal massacre!

Even if the elite troops from each military region, acting as the attacking force, attacked together, it would be impossible for them to break through Guan Jiwu's defensive position under these circumstances.

To put it bluntly, it's already a miracle if you can avoid getting lost!

Furthermore, due to the complex terrain of the Liangshan base, it is difficult for observers to go to the front line to watch the battle. They can only sit in the command center and watch the images transmitted from the front line through the screen. Not only can they not see the details, but they also lack a lot in terms of visual impact and shock.

Therefore, the venue for this exercise was chosen to be the Dingshan Base, which also meets the requirements for mountain offense and defense.

Strictly speaking, the 149th Division was "weakened".

The highest peak in Dingshan Base is only a thousand meters above sea level, and the terrain is relatively flat, unlike the rugged and complex terrain of the southwest region.

In this situation, the mechanized forces of various military regions can undoubtedly deploy more easily and have much more flexibility in their tactical choices.

But that's precisely why this exercise is so interesting.

After all, only a contest where the two sides are evenly matched can be called "exciting".

As for the defending side, side 149, setting off early to familiarize themselves with the venue is to be expected and not excessive.

Furthermore, Guan Jiwu also instructed the military commanders of each regiment to be prepared to accompany him to the Dingshan base in advance to study and determine the deployment of the defense line.

It's clear that Guan Jiwu attaches great importance to this exercise, and he's willing to act as a "contractor" once again to set up the most perfect defensive position in his mind!

"Hengdingshan Base"

"This is because they're still upset about losing in Liangshan last time, and they want to get revenge in Dingshan!"

"He's clearly not cut out for this, but he insists on going against our master."

"If this were still an exercise in Liangshan, my whole regiment could wipe them all out in the mountains!"

Wei Tao slammed the document he had just finished reading onto the table, his words filled with contempt for his brother unit and confidence in his own.

"There's nothing we can do about it."

Wu Feng glanced at Wei Tao, carefully put the documents away, and then continued speaking with a smile.

“It’s possible to conduct a single exercise in Liangshan.”

"If we want to carry out a rotational warfare, that will be troublesome. Just transporting equipment will take a month."

"The elite troops have acquired so much new equipment over the years. If we don't let them all take the stage and show off their new gear, then inviting so many spectators would be pointless."

"I think many people are probably hoping we lose right now."

"Otherwise, how can we get our neighbors to behave themselves and stop?"

As expected of the political commissar, Wu Fengxu had a very keen sense of smell. In just a few words, he revealed the key to the exercise.

Unfortunately, Wei Tao, this "military general," wouldn't listen to a word he said. It was as if he only heard the word "defeat," and he immediately widened his eyes and shouted loudly!
"You want us to lose?"

"Then he'd better have the ability to make us lose!"

"The reputation our group has built up over the years is not meant to be used as a stepping stone for others!"

"If it were a normal battle, I would be completely convinced of my mistake even if I lost by one move."

"But if we come up with some kind of contingency plan that makes us deliberately lose to them, I'll be the first to disagree!"

Seeing Wei Tao's volatile temper, he started yelling again at the slightest provocation.

Wu Fengxu immediately rolled his eyes and said irritably.

"I say you were born at the wrong time."

"Why do you react like you've been hit by a cannonball, as if you want to blow yourself up, whenever exercises or war are mentioned?"

"So many military observers, including many old friends who had dealt with our regiment and division."

"You think we're deliberately trying to lose? Do you really think they won't notice something's fishy?"

"Besides, don't you know what kind of person our division commander is?"

"Would he agree to this contingency plan?"

"Bullshit!"

After hearing Wu Fengxu's analysis, Wei Tao immediately touched his shiny bald head and chuckled somewhat sheepishly.

"That's true."

Wu Fengxu glanced at Wei Tao with obvious disdain, then stood up and emphasized very seriously.

"Alright, I'll put the documents away. As for the exercise, we'll think about it after the New Year."

"The soldiers have worked hard all winter; they deserve a peaceful New Year." "If they keep working non-stop, even the strongest person couldn't take it!"

Seeing that Wei Tao seemed about to argue, Wu Fengxu glared at him and said firmly!
"Stop wasting your breath!"

"I'm the political commissar, and I call the shots when it comes to matters of life!"

After giving Wu Fengxu a disgruntled look, Wei Tao hesitated for a long time before muttering something with a lack of confidence.

"Take a break if you want, I didn't say I disagreed."

Why are you shouting so loudly?

Wu Fengxu: "."

How did I end up with such a fool like you?
In the following days, the 446th Regiment officially entered the Chinese New Year rhythm.

Every morning is a simple training session, and the afternoon is for various preparations for the Chinese New Year.

Making dumplings. Preparing the camp for the annual sacrifice.
The large red lanterns, which had been neglected in the warehouse for a year, were once again hung in various parts of the camp, complementing the handwritten couplets and creating a festive atmosphere for the New Year.

This is just the surface work in the camp. Inside the dormitories, each company also conducted competitions between squads to see who could decorate their squad more festively and with more of a New Year's atmosphere.

The non-commissioned officers had spent many New Years in the military and had long since lost interest in these things.

The task of "renovating" the dormitories naturally fell to the veterans who had recently been promoted.

This can be considered the first time in their military careers that they have the opportunity to "make their own decisions".

As long as they don't flip up the bed boards, they can arrange the dormitory as they please, it's practically an opportunity to "run wild on imperial orders"!

The veterans fully utilized their initiative, one finding a few ribbons, another begging for a few bags of balloons, and then adding brightly colored flowers, transforming the originally plain dormitories into a dazzling display, as if they were about to hold a party.

Those veterans who could create bulletin boards and write calligraphy became highly sought-after in the company at this time.

After all, the dormitory needs to be decorated, and common areas such as corridors and study rooms naturally need to be decorated as well.

This is the time for the entire company to pool their wisdom and efforts.

Each squad will send two of their most capable errand runners, led by the most experienced squad leader or an officer, to briefly showcase their talents throughout the camp where they have lived for countless days and nights.

When they arrived at the Second Company, Zhao Weihong naturally led the team.

From a certain perspective.

Zhao Weihong is actually a "craft artist".

Otherwise, where would they get the skill to make clothes?
In terms of artistic talent, there are really not many people in the 446th Regiment who can compare to Zhao Weihong!

In terms of organizational work, Zhao Weihong is also an expert.

While personally creating the bulletin board, he also directed the errand boys from each squad to use their strengths to decorate the public areas of the camp.

Even if you have no particular skills, you can still help blow up balloons or hang ribbons.
Two days later.

Looking at the newly renovated barracks, Zhao Weihong and the other veterans suddenly had a deeper understanding of the phrase "We are the masters of the company."

Perhaps, from the perspective of the military...

Whether it's the veterans or Zhao Weihong, they are all just passing through this ironclad military camp.

But as long as they stand here, as long as they wear this uniform.

Then this camp will still be a haven that shelters them from the wind and rain, and they can proudly declare that they are the "masters" of this camp.

With that, the preparations for the New Year are officially complete.

Next, the only highlight was that after the New Year's Eve dinner, during the countdown to the Spring Festival Gala, the entire company gathered in the study room to celebrate the arrival of 2008.

However, the leaders of the Bashu Military Region seem to intend to make this New Year a symbol of the Bashu Military Region's role in connecting the past and the future.

On the 29th day of the Lunar New Year, Zhao Weihong had just finished lunch when she bumped into Hu Yiming, who was in a hurry.

"Hey! Old Zhao! Wait a minute!"

"The instructor isn't here, and the warehouse staff are in a hurry. You need to come with me!"

After saying that, Hu Yiming didn't give Zhao Weihong a chance to speak. He called over the duty officer and gave him instructions.

"Go, blow the whistle and call for reinforcements. Two per squad will suffice, three constables in total!"

"Yes!"

It wasn't until the duty officer hurriedly ran to the stairwell and blew his whistle that Zhao Weihong seized the opportunity to ask Hu Yiming a question out of curiosity.

"Company commander, what's wrong?"

"Tomorrow is Chinese New Year, there shouldn't be much work to do, right?"

"What could possibly require so many official trips?"

The words fell.

Hu Yiming didn't rush to explain, but instead chuckled and licked his lips, looking extremely excited!
"Do you remember the convoy that headed straight for the barracks' rear warehouse this morning?"

Zhao Weihong nodded and gestured for Hu Yiming to continue.

At the time, Zhao Weihong was curious about the origin of this convoy, and the leader was a lieutenant colonel with a rank of 2.2. She wondered what they were escorting.

"Hey! They're here to bring us warmth!"

"Old Zhao, our regiment is getting a new uniform!"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Weihong was first taken aback, then her eyes widened immediately, and she asked Hu Yiming for confirmation in disbelief.

"Company commander, is it true?"

"How come we didn't hear a single word about something this big before?"

"Don't even mention you, I didn't know either."

Hu Yiming raised his eyebrows, his face beaming with a very obvious smile.

"But isn't this kind of thing something that can be decided with a single word from the leaders?"

"They want us to change clothes at this time so they can send the supplies over immediately. We have no choice but to obey!"

"This"

Zhao Weihong felt that Hu Yiming's explanation was far-fetched, but it wasn't the main point, so he didn't dwell on it and instead asked another question that he was very concerned about.

"Company commander, what equipment are we getting this time?"

"Is it a new cannon, or a new vehicle?"

Before Zhao Weihong could finish speaking, Hu Yiming interrupted her somewhat helplessly.

"Old Zhao, hey! Wake up!"

"New cars and new cannons? Ask the regimental commander if he dares to even think about such things?"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Weihong became even more puzzled.

"Then what did you mean by changing clothes just now?"

Before he could finish speaking, Hu Yiming tugged at his camouflage jacket and said excitedly.

"It's a new military uniform!"

(End of this chapter)