Anti-Japanese War: The whole world is a base vehicle

In the land of Indochina, the dark clouds of war rolled like thick ink, shrouding every inch of land in depression and fear.

The foundation of French colonial rule was crumbling under the increasingly fierce attacks of the Free Army.

Governor-General Degu, the man in power who is responsible for maintaining France's colonial rule in Indochina, is in unprecedented trouble.

"Are you all idiots?" Governor Degu stood in the command center, his eyes wide open and his face flushed red with anger, like a volcano about to erupt, which could swallow up everything around it at any time.

His voice echoed in the empty room, carrying with it endless anger and disappointment, "Don't you want to know the situation of the Free Army in advance? You still think they are just a mob of rebels? But what's the truth? Can a group of rebels defeat the well-equipped Japanese?" His eyes were like sharp blades, scanning the group of French officers in front of him with extreme disappointment, his eyes full of resentment of being a good person.

The situation at this moment is extremely critical, and every minute and every second concerns the life and death of French colonial rule.

However, these officers still hold on to old ideas and look at these so-called "rebels" with old eyes.

In their eyes, these were just insignificant rebels who were not to be feared and could be completely suppressed with just a little use of force.

But Governor Degu knew that the situation today was completely different from what it was before.

The Free Army has continued to grow and become stronger in the long struggle. They have firm beliefs, tenacious fighting will, and the advantage of being familiar with this land. They will never be easily defeated.

However, the officers were not convinced by Governor Degu's harsh criticism.

They whispered to each other in private, with dissatisfaction and disdain in their eyes.

In their view, the root cause of all this was clearly Governor Degu's own poor command skills.

They felt that if the governor had not made a mistake in his strategic layout, how could they have ended up in such a situation?

It was the governor's wrong decision that led to the current passive situation and put the French army in a difficult situation.

In fact, Governor Degu was full of grievances.

Before the shadow of war completely enveloped this land, he was like a tireless spinning top, driven by various affairs to keep spinning.

On the one hand, he had to make careful preparations for the upcoming war, from military deployment to material reserves, and he had to personally take care of every detail.

He rushed around various military strongholds all day, carefully checking the equipment of weapons and equipment to ensure that every artillery piece and every rifle could play a role at the critical moment; at the same time, he also had to pay attention to the reserve of materials, from food to ammunition, to ensure that they were sufficient to cope with a long-term war.

On the other hand, he also had to deal with a complex diplomatic chess game, trying to win over various forces and consolidate France's colonial rule in Indochina.

He frequently met with envoys from various countries and engaged in difficult negotiations in an attempt to gain more support and assistance.

Faced with the growing strength of the Freedom Army, Governor Degu racked his brains and came up with many solutions.

He even humbled himself and took the initiative to seek help from the Japanese army.

In his vision, the powerful military force of the Japanese army and the colonial interests of France might be able to reach some kind of fit and jointly deal with the Free Army.

He communicated with the Japanese generals with hope, promising various benefits and trying to persuade them to send troops to help.

However, reality was like a loud slap in the face, ruthlessly hitting him in the face.

Relying on their tenacious fighting will, flexible tactics and familiarity with the local terrain, the Free Army defeated the Japanese army and left them with heavy casualties.

The defeated Japanese army is now like a frightened rabbit. Not only is it no longer willing to cooperate, but it is also completely standing idly by and not even bothering to carry out the most basic feint attack or diversionary action.

In desperation, Governor Degu placed his hopes on the Air Force.

He was confident that the air force's mobility and powerful firepower could turn the tide of the battle.

Before setting off, he looked at the neatly arranged fighter planes and was secretly convinced that he would surely win this battle.

He personally saw the pilots off, his eyes full of expectation and trust, hoping that they could create miracles in the sky.

But who could have thought that the outcome of the battle would be so surprising.

The performance of the Air Force was terrible, like a group of headless flies that had lost their direction and had no order on the battlefield.

Not only did they fail to inflict an effective blow to the Free Army, but they also suffered heavy losses themselves.

The governor, who was originally full of confidence, felt dizzy after learning the news of defeat. "You actually lost to a cripple?" He had an expression of disbelief on his face, and his heart was filled with extreme disappointment with the performance of the Air Force.

After a series of setbacks, Governor Degu realized that the situation was no longer optimistic.

He reluctantly ordered all frontline troops to enter a state of high alert, "Order all frontline troops to defend themselves strictly! As long as the rainy season arrives, the Free Army will have to retreat." He clenched his fists tightly, as if he had grasped the last straw.

In Southeast Asia, the arrival of the rainy season is like a judgment from nature.

For the attacking side, the continuous heavy rain will turn the roads into a muddy swamp, the rivers will rise rapidly, destroying simple bridges and paralyzing traffic.

Every material transportation is like a difficult adventure. Vehicles struggle to move forward in the mud and will get into trouble if they are not careful.

As for the Free Army, they have been active in this land for a long time and are familiar with every mountain and forest, every trail in the area. They can better use the terrain and bad weather for hiding and rest.

But for foreign invaders, whether it is the French army or the Japanese army, the rainy season will be a nightmare.

At this time, the Japanese were launching an offensive in Borneo in a race against time.

Like hungry wolves, they tried to seize as much land as possible and expand their sphere of influence before the rainy season arrived.

Driven by their commanders, their soldiers advanced forward madly, and every time they occupied a piece of land, they hoisted the Japanese flag.

However, time was like a ruthless countdown, and the rainy season was getting closer and closer. They were alone and deep in the enemy's territory, and their supply lines were stretched longer and longer.

As the rainy season approached, the roads began to become slippery and difficult to travel on, the speed of material transportation became slower and slower, and the supply of rations, ammunition and other materials for the soldiers gradually became tight.

Diseases also quietly breed in the humid environment, corroding the soldiers' bodies and weakening their fighting power. Many soldiers suffered from the infection and were unable to continue fighting, and the morale of the entire army was greatly affected.

In this land shrouded in the shadow of war, all forces are struggling for their own interests and goals.

Governor Degu was looking forward to the rainy season becoming a turning point to save French colonial rule. He watched the weather changes every day and calculated the time for the rainy season to arrive.

The Free Army fought bloody battles for national independence. They shuttled through the mountains and forests, constantly looking for the enemy's weaknesses and inflicting heavy blows on the enemy.

Under the threat of the rainy season, the Japanese army had to re-examine its offensive plan.

They began to consider how to shorten the supply lines and how to deal with the various difficulties brought by the rainy season in order to maintain their advantage on the battlefield.

Once bad monsoon weather arrives, not only will the roads on the ground become impassable, but even air transportation requires extra caution.

The plane was flying in heavy rain and strong winds, and there was a risk of crashing at any time.

Thinking of the mountain roads throughout the Free Army base, Governor Degu did not believe that the Free Army would continue the attack in the rain, so his plan was simple: to hold on until the rainy season.

The rainy season is concentrated in mid-to-late May and is coming soon. It is not worth getting entangled with the Free Army.

When the rainy season ends in October, perhaps the winner will be determined.

"Don't worry about the fortifications, keep moving forward!" Zheng Guangyao led the team himself and commanded the troops to continue the assault in depth after crossing the river. He led the team and walked at the front of the team, his eyes revealing determination and courage.

According to his observation, the fortifications built by the French on the high ground in the distance were very tightly defended, and it would be difficult to attack them by force.

Those fortresses were extremely strong, surrounded by barbed wire and trenches. French soldiers were on high alert inside, equipped with advanced weapons and equipment.

Circumventing the attack is also a solution.

"The French made a mistake. Although they expanded their territory in depth, they still concentrated their forces on the front line. With insufficient troops, the rear must be empty. If the French want to defend, let them do it. We will bypass them and directly attack the enemy's heartland." The adjutant said confidently.

The adjutant had followed Zheng Guangyao for many years and had a deep understanding of his tactics and strategies.

They knew very well that the advantage of the Free Army lay in its flexibility and mobility, and its ability to exploit terrain and the enemy's weaknesses.

As long as we can avoid the enemy's front line of defense and penetrate deep into the enemy's rear, we can disrupt the enemy's deployment and achieve unexpected results.

The French also made a mistake: their radio code was too simple.

If they were facing the Japanese, they would be more cautious.

But it was useless against telegraph experts who were professional code-breaking experts.

So from the very beginning, the French seemed transparent to the Free Army, and they had already lost half the battle before it even started.

The Free Army's telegraph experts worked day and night, using advanced technology and rich experience to successfully decipher the French radio code.

Through intercepted telegrams, the Free Army was able to learn about the French military deployment, action plans and troop movements in advance, and thus formulate more accurate response strategies.

This undoubtedly won the Free Army a huge advantage on the battlefield, allowing them to take the initiative in the battle.

Governor Degu stood in the command center, facing the officers in front of him, his eyes revealed unquestionable confidence and determination, and he said firmly: "Even if the Free Army breaks through the defense line, what will happen? How will they solve the logistics problem?"

"Maybe they can find a solution to the food problem with their local base and public support, but what about ammunition?"

"Don't forget, they are using submachine guns. This type of weapon has a fast rate of fire and requires a much higher ammunition supply than conventional weapons."

"Once the rainy season comes, or even before the rainy season actually arrives, as long as they break through the defense line, their ammunition will basically be used up in the fierce fighting."

"And we, with our complete deployment and geographical advantages, can block their logistic supply lines at any time."

"As long as they dare to break through the defense line, I will mobilize more troops to surround and completely destroy them." Governor Degu, who was a naval general, has not limited his strategic vision with his many years of naval warfare experience. He also has a deep and thorough understanding of the critical importance of land warfare logistics.

The Annan region is mostly mountainous and plateau-like, with complex and steep terrain. The French defense layout on this land seems to be just a selection of points for defense, but in fact it contains mysteries.

Within this vast area, large tracts of land may have little access except for a narrow road.

To pass, travelers either have to cross mountains and ridges, climbing hard on steep slopes and rugged rocks, with every step full of hardship and danger; or they have to go deep into the jungle, trudging through dense branches and leaves and unknown dangers, constantly facing the threat of getting lost and encountering wild beasts.

Except for a few wide and flat roads that are barely passable, other places can only be traveled on foot with light luggage. Even carrying a load is difficult to pass smoothly. The rugged terrain and dense vegetation become natural obstacles.

Under such terrain conditions, the French knew very well that holding a key stronghold was equivalent to firmly controlling the right of passage to a road.

Governor Degu wondered in his heart, if the Free Army chose to take a detour, how much ammunition and supplies could they bring with them?
In his view, this approach would be almost suicidal, unless the commanders of the Free Army had truly lost their minds.

However, the reality was like an absurd farce, which gave Governor Degu a loud slap in the face.

The Free Army made a decision that was difficult for the French to understand - they chose to take a detour.

When the news came, the entire French command fell into a brief moment of astonishment and silence.

"Are they crazy? Are these soldiers here to die?" Governor Degu muttered repeatedly with a look of disbelief on his face.

He soon received accurate information, but did not immediately issue an order to mobilize the rear troops.

His heart was in deep entanglement and weighing. On the one hand, he knew very well that there might be a deeper strategic intention behind the seemingly crazy action of the Free Army. Rashly mobilizing the troops in the rear might play into the hands of the Free Army and fall into the trap they carefully set. On the other hand, if he did not take any action, he was worried that the Free Army would take this opportunity to further expand the results of the victory and cause a greater impact on the French defense line.

In fact, the French had deployed a large number of troops on the front line, which left the troops in the rear extremely empty, and the entire situation in Indochina became shaky.

During these one or two years, waves of anti-Japanese and anti-French sentiments rose and fell in the colonies, and various turbulent events occurred one after another.

The French army had to disperse to various corners, busy with appeasement and suppression in order to maintain the superficial ruling order. (End of this chapter)