Anti-Japanese War: From Becoming Chu Yunfei to Rising

Chapter 143 If this continues, Chu Yunfei will have troops! (Subscribe)

Just as Chu Yunfei and the Eighth Route Army troops were working hard to build southeastern Shanxi.

The Kuomintang’s troop sequence in the Second War Zone also underwent a new round of adjustments under the leadership of Chiang Kai-shek.

at the same time.

The Japanese army's Eighth Route Army siege operation to sweep across Shanxi, Chahar and Hebei was declared a failure.

During this period.

The 120th Division and part of the 129th Division attacked along the Tongpu Railway and the Zhengtai Railway respectively.

This caused considerable trouble to the Japanese army, and for a time they thought the Eighth Route Army was going to counterattack along the Zhengtai Railway.

This caused the Japanese troops to become extremely nervous.

Later on, when I realized that the thunder was loud but the rain was light, I stopped paying attention to it.

As of December 12st.

In addition to capturing the counties of Weixian, Guangling, Fanzhi, Laiyuan, Dingxiang, Mengxian, Pingshan, and Xingtang, the Japanese army retreated most of its forces back to the railway line.

The Eighth Route Army believes.

This battle lasted for twenty-one days.

Not only did it smash the Japanese siege, but it also trained the troops and the masses and accumulated a certain amount of combat experience.

It strengthened our confidence in defeating the Japanese army.

This fully demonstrates that guerrilla warfare and development behind enemy lines is not only necessary but also possible.

It was a victory of some magnitude.

Brigade Commander Chen was also asked to attend this summary meeting.

Because of communication problems.

It can be said that I was notified at short notice to attend this meeting.

Brigade Commander Chen himself also rushed to the headquarters overnight.

In addition to the New 386st Regiment of the 772th Brigade and the nd Regiment active in the Changzhi area.

The remaining Eighth Route Army troops in southeastern Shanxi were deployed in Heshun, Jiangshui, Yushe, Liaoxian and other areas.

The activities are mainly carried out in the middle section of Taihang Mountains.

Several raids had been carried out before.

The local guerrillas quickly learned guerrilla warfare tactics.

There were attacks on the Japanese invaders' vulnerable transportation lines every now and then.

The number of Japanese soldiers killed was not large, but it also affected the normal supply of the Japanese army and killed a lot of traitors.

After the battle is concluded.

The commander-in-chief and others also asked about the specific situation in Changzhi area.

Brigade Commander Chen revealed all the information he had obtained so far.

When they heard that Chu Yunfei was cooperating with them.

The commander-in-chief, deputy commander-in-chief, deputy chief of general staff and others gave very good positive comments.

Brigade Commander Chen also stated at the meeting.

The work of land reform is going very smoothly.

More importantly, the cooperation with Chu Yunfei was very pleasant.

He personally signed the order to provide the new regiment with 200 cotton-padded coats and 100 pairs of cloth shoes.

They also provided four grenade launchers, 200,000 rounds of ammunition, 500 replacement rifles, and a large number of heavy machine guns.

Heavy machine gun fire was heard.

Everyone was surprised.

Heavy machine guns are good stuff.

The 129th Division did not have many heavy machine guns when it crossed the Yellow River to fight the Japanese.

When I heard that Chu Yunfei was going to provide fifty Type 38 heavy machine guns and 200,000 bullets.

"Old Chen, how much did you say just now?"

"Fifty."

Brigade Commander Chen then emphasized: "It is said that all of them are new guns that have never been used!"

Everyone who attended this combat meeting was shocked by Chu Yunfei's generosity!

"Where did he get so many guns!"

"Yes, fifty, that's not a small number!"

did not expect!
Chu Yunfei, a direct descendant of Mr. Yan and a disciple of the chairman, is surprisingly generous!
Many things are achieved through comparison.

Chiang Kai-shek had previously been stingy and rewarded hundreds of thousands.

They also have to use it as military expenses.

Weapons and ammunition should be delayed as much as possible.

However, Chiang Kai-shek treated everyone equally in this regard.

He also dragged his feet on the side branches of the central army...and the miscellaneous troops dragged their feet even more.

There are almost no supplies before the battle.

Not to mention that he is my old rival, so I would rather not give it to him if I can.

If you can play dead, play dead.

Not to mention Old Xi Yan, he is an extremely stingy old man.

Provide them with weapons, ammunition and grenades when they are asked to contribute.

just now.

Ever since the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army was trapped in southwestern Shanxi, Yan Laoxi has been unable to get anything out.

Apart from verbal promises and empty words...there is nothing.

But this is not true. After all, it was Yan Laoxi who provided the money for the Shanxi Youth Suicide Squad and provided them with the power to do as they pleased.

"From what you said, it seems very likely that Chu Yunfei will become our comrade."

The deputy commander said with a smile.

Brigade Commander Chen shook his head upon hearing this, and faced the puzzled looks of several people and explained: "When Yun Fei was the commander of the National Army, he did not join the Blue Party."

"He doesn't agree with Mr. Sun Yat-sen's ideas?"

"No, based on the information I got when I chatted with him, he agrees."

"Then why..."

Brigadier General Chen was silent for a moment, then organized his words: "He habitually calls himself a non-partisan person... indicating that he is not interested in politics. In the face of a powerful enemy, whether it is the Eighth Route Army or the National Army, they are all the national defense forces of the Republic of China... He treats them equally."

"And as far as I know, when he fought side by side with the Sichuan Army, the Shaanxi Army, and Sun Lianzhong's troops, he was praised by the commanders of the other side... It seems that at this time, not only is there no distinction between parties, but even the local military forces in various places are treated equally."

"What a weirdo."

The deputy chief of staff concluded: "I suggest you get in touch with him more in the future. Chu Yunfei is a very talented person."

"Of course he is. He has made great achievements in battle and is in command of Yan Laoxi's ace troops. I have heard that all the troops under his command were trained by him."

Brigade Commander Chen nodded and said, "After our last discussion, I discovered that their training methods and our thinking actually have a lot in common."

"We like to use veterans to train new recruits to expand the army, and they like to use veteran officers to train newly promoted officers... I even heard that he wants to set up an artillery school. If we want to go there for training, that's no problem. He will pay the trainees' salaries and also take care of their food, clothing and other expenses."

"Oh? Artillery School?"

Brigade Commander Chen nodded and continued, "The Jinnan Branch of the Central Artillery School is currently in the process of selecting a site for its establishment. The Chairman has already agreed to provide the initial three million yuan in funding... I guess this is just the beginning. I heard from Chu Yunfei that Chiang Kai-shek seems to attach great importance to the southeastern Shanxi region and believes that it is a barrier to the rear."

The commander-in-chief seemed to be thinking about something. He smiled and looked at the deputy commander-in-chief beside him. Then he swept his eyes around everyone present and said, "Zhongtiao Mountain and the southeastern Shanxi region are the barriers that protect the entire rear area. If the Japanese army marches straight in, the long-term resistance we insist on will be meaningless. Having a stable rear area is of great significance to the united front of the entire nation's resistance war."

"Yes!"

"You're right."

Everyone echoed in unison.

The deputy commander-in-chief then asked, "So, Chang Kai-shen and Yan Lao-xi are both providing him with ammunition and weapons?"

Brigade Commander Chen nodded.

The deputy commander added: "This Chu Yunfei, a member of the Shanxi Suiyuan Army, is also a Huangpu student. I think his future is limitless. If Chen Geng builds a good relationship with him, it will also facilitate our work."

“I agree with that.”

"That's right.."

"Yes!"

The Changzhi garrison at that time.

Fang Ligong was accompanying Colonel Shen Huaizhong, a senior adviser from the Second War Zone Commander's Headquarters, to confirm the results of the battle in Handan City.

After seeing the neatly arranged Type 38 rifles, Japanese military command swords, military ranks and other things.

Shen Huaizhong smiled and gestured to the people behind him to take a few photos.

The task is simple.

But to come from the Second War Zone, one had to pass through the Japanese-occupied area, cross the railway line, and climb over the Taihang Mountains.

After riding for more than 150 kilometers, we finally arrived..
In Shen Huaizhong's opinion.

Chu Yunfei's troops are now living a comfortable life as they are far away from the emperor.

"Chief of Staff Fang, now that we're done here, it's time to go back!"

Fang Ligong smiled and tried to persuade him to stay: "It's getting late, why don't you stay here for one night..."

"Oh?"

"Brother Shen, don't worry. I have already arranged everything."

Shen Huaizhong smiled and nodded: "Sorry for bothering you!"

"please!"

the other side.

Zhuo Tianyu took Zhong Zhicheng on a tour around the entire Chang Village.

Even Zhong Zhicheng had to admit that the whole village now had a new look.

There are more than 100 households in this village, and there are about 80 men of marriageable age.

There are also old men in their fifties who want to form a militia.

At least a part-time militia of more than 100 people can be formed.

Including other villages within a radius of dozens of miles.

The number of militiamen alone exceeded 1,200, not including the strong women.

With some mobilization and publicity, women can hold up half the sky.

The number of second-line militia can reach at least 1,500.

Then select some soldiers who are willing to join the army and fight away from home.

At least we can get about 400 reserve troops.

If the entire southeastern Shanxi region develops according to Changcun’s model.

There are several million people in the entire southeastern Shanxi region, and the militia force can reach at least 800,000 people.

Without having to significantly affect local people's livelihood and economic development.

At least 100,000 soldiers who have received preliminary training can be found.

For Chu Yunfei, he is fully capable of gradually replenishing the losses of the troops and even expanding the troops again.

When Zhong Zhicheng thought of this, he couldn't help but start to yearn.

If Chu Yunfei had 30,000 or even 50,000 troops, could the Japanese army advance into southeastern Shanxi?
At this time, Chu Yunfei was staying at the headman's house.

From the mouth of this village head named Wang, I learned about the recent changes in the lives and thoughts of the local people.

Overall, the changes aren't huge, but they're clearly moving in a good direction.

During these few days, many civilians established good relationships with these soldiers.

Yes.

Captain Wang believed that it was the people who took the initiative to establish good relations with the soldiers.

They were afraid of these soldiers with guns from the bottom of their hearts.

In this era, the concept that good men do not join the military is deeply rooted in people's minds.

Generally, only "hooligans" choose to join the army.

At this time, the term "rogue" means a vagrant.

Generally speaking, people who have jobs, parents, and wives at home naturally don't want to join the army.

Because of this, members of the Eighth Route Army were not allowed to get married during the War of Resistance.

Later, the special circumstances of the war were taken into consideration.

So the so-called "258 Regiment" regulations were introduced.

Cadres and soldiers with less than eight years of military service and below the section or regiment level are not allowed to get married.

After all, once you’re married, you’ll have ties to things and it’s easy to be distracted.

Of course, the implementation in various bases will also vary, and this regulation is not a hard and fast rule.

The Shanxi-Suiyuan Army also has strict requirements.

But in general, as long as both parties are willing and it is not a child bride, early marriage, or concubine, there is no problem.

But in the past three years, not a single one has been reported to Chu Yunfei.
Including Chu Yunfei, Fang Ligong, Sun Ming, Qian Bojun, Wu Ziqiang, Liang Guoping and others are all old bachelors.

The only person who has solved his marriage problem is Sun Weimou, the current chief of staff of the New Infantry Regiment.

When he was sixteen, he had a son, and later a daughter.
His hometown is Yangcheng in southern Shanxi Province. He is a well-known local businessman.

After figuring out the problem.

Chu Yunfei sent someone to call Zhuo Tianyu and Zhong Zhicheng and talked about this matter specifically.

Zhong Zhicheng believes that the reason is insufficient publicity and provides several ideas.

1. Use figurine paintings, posters and other forms to promote more.

The second, and most cost-effective way, is to paint slogans on brick walls.

Chu Yunfei accepted his suggestion.

And there was also the idea of ​​starting a local newspaper.

It’s not that there are no newspapers in Changzhi area.

But there was no newspaper for Chu Yunfei.

It is true that the Eighth Route Army is responsible for propaganda work, but they cannot publicize everything.

It is not okay to blatantly promote XXXX.

If this gets reported to Chongqing, Chu Yunfei will be finished.

Even if Chiang Kai-shek does not deal with him now, he will inevitably be abandoned after the victory of the Anti-Japanese War.

Chiang Kai-shek did a lot of things like this!

That night, Zhong Zhicheng and Chu Yunfei had a quick lunch in the afternoon and rushed back to the base before dark.

Chu Yunfei found Sun Wemou as soon as possible.

"Have you ever run a business at home before?"

"Yes"

"As for your father, do you have any idea to do some business in Changzhi County?"

Sun Weimou was stunned for a moment: "Our Sun family business is well-known in Yangcheng, but I'm afraid no one will recognize it in Changzhi."

"I want your family to pay for a newspaper to promote it. As for selling it, don't worry. We can purchase it regularly. A small village with less than 100 households can purchase three to five copies each time. A village with several hundred households can purchase 20 to 30 copies. We can also add the intellectuals in the city and so on.
I guarantee you won’t lose money.”

Sun Weimou was silent for a moment, then whispered, "Sir, can we do this together as a government-business partnership?"

Joint venture between government and business?

Chu Yunfei raised his eyebrows: "Don't believe me?"

Sun Weimou waved his hands repeatedly: "Sir, I don't mean that... It's just that if you don't invest, I'm worried that using my name will have no practical effect. And you know my family."

"My words are not as effective as my wife's. The business in our family is basically managed by the old man."

Chu Yunfei smiled and said, "I'll give you ten days off. Go back and discuss it with the old man, and spend some time with your wife and children."

"I"

"The joint venture between government and business needs the approval of Chief Yan. He will definitely not agree to my doing these little tricks here. This newspaper can only be run by someone else."

Sun Weimou rolled his eyes and continued, "Why not... let Miss Song do it? Isn't she a reporter? It would be good for her to run a newspaper... and be a reporter herself!"

"Song Wenying?"

Chu Yunfei asked: "They haven't left yet?"

"No, the guy named Chen Zejun is still in the new infantry regiment. After Zhuo Tianyu left, he followed Wu Ziqiang all day long, saying that he wanted to learn from him. He knew that this guy had someone behind him, so Captain Wu ignored him."

"Ms. Manli and Ms. Song have taken a lot of promotional photos recently."

Chu Yunfei frowned slightly, and Sun Weimou continued to explain: "We checked and there is nothing involving military secrets."

"You've been here for half a month, why haven't you left yet?"

Sun Weimou scratched his head: "Miss Song seems to be coming for you..."

"That little girl?"

Chu Yunfei asked, "Come at me, what do you mean?"

"It seems like I'm interested in you..."

Sun Weimou teased, "I have asked you four or five times in the past two weeks, but I haven't seen you. You said you were doing an interview, but what's the point of doing an interview for a reporter assistant?"

Chu Yunfei suddenly realized: "That makes sense."

"Sun Ming!"

"Have!"

"Go and invite Miss Manli and Miss Song over for me."

"Yes!"

Sun Ming paused, turned around and asked, "Sir...isn't it a little late?"

Chu Yunfei came back to his senses: "Tomorrow morning."

"Yes!"

At this moment.

Sun Weimou had a triumphant smile on his face and asked, "Sir, I have come up with an idea. What about my home leave?"

Chu Yunfei also had a smile on his face and asked back, "Everything has been resolved, why are you going back?"

"No, I haven't been back for half a year. When the child grows up, he won't recognize me as his father!"

Sun Wemou complained.

"Alright, you're the only one with a lot of tricks up your sleeve. Stop yelling and go back. Come back within eight days!"

Although it's two days less.

But it’s better than nothing!

Sun Weimou thanked him repeatedly: "Thank you, Commander Chu... Then I will leave early tomorrow morning and I will definitely be back within eight days!"

"Go!"

The next morning.

Accompanied by Sun Ming, Chu Yunfei met He Manli and Song Wenying.

After a few simple greetings, Chu Yunfei spoke first.

"Ms. Manley, I heard that you wanted to be a military correspondent for my unit?"

Miss Manli nodded: "Yes, Commander Chu."

"The troops you command are truly elite troops."

"Whether it is military appearance, military discipline, military prestige or combat effectiveness, they are the best among the national army."

"I think our Central Daily News should focus on promoting it, which will be of great help in boosting the confidence of the military and civilians throughout the country in the war of resistance."

Chu Yunfei smiled and said, "I have received a response from Chongqing, and arrangements have been made."

Sun Ming on the side handed the telegram in his hand to He Manli.

"Thank you, Commander Chu!"

"You're welcome!"

Chu Yunfei smiled, then looked at Song Wenying: "Miss Song, is your father Song Xicheng, Mr. Song?"

Song Wenying nodded slightly confusedly: "Yes, no"

The petite girl was a little silly at this moment, and asked back: "How did you know, Chief Chu?"

"We have been in touch recently (last night + this morning). He will send an uncle from the same family to bring people to Changzhi to open a newspaper. You can all work in his newspaper at that time.

This matter has been approved by Chongqing, you can rest assured."

(End of this chapter)