Anti-Japanese War: From Becoming Chu Yunfei to Rising

Chapter 167: Promote Chu Yunfei again! Go to Kaifeng to attend the military meeting of senior officers! (Subscribe)

A telegram requesting the promotion of Luo Weiguo to the position of head of the supplementary regiment, as well as a corresponding internal telegram requesting promotion for military merit.

It was soon sent to the headquarters of the commander-in-chief of the Second World War.

After carefully reviewing it, Mr. Yan immediately agreed to the relevant job adjustment.

All military ranks naturally need to be changed.

Although it is just a supplementary group.

But Luo Weiguo's military rank also needs to be promoted to colonel at this time.

In fact, it also means that Chu Yunfei’s troops will need to spend more military funds in the future.

This work is not done by just sending a telegram and having Yan Laoxi nod in agreement.

Many details need further verification and statistics.

Adjustments to military ranks and troop personnel numbers must be made with extreme caution.

Many times, after some troops fought a battle, they would fight another battle ten days, half a month, or even two months later.

As a result, commendations, promotions and rewards were not received until two months ago, and often no one claimed the credit.

There is nothing we can do about this.

The administrative efficiency during the Republic of China period was already very low, not to mention when it came to money issues. Work was often seriously delayed.

Even Chu Yunfei himself had to pay his pension from the reward money given by Yan Laoxi.

So many brothers died in this battle.

The top leader distributed more than 100,000 yuan in pensions.

The essence of war is actually a competition of national strength.

Count the vast majority of wars in the history of war.

In essence, it is all bullying.

Because of their stronger national strength, their victory was naturally justified.

So many people don't remember these battles.

Only when the weak defeat the strong will they be remembered by the public.

Is Chu Yunfei strong?
It is indeed strong.

He now commands two reinforced infantry regiments, a mountain artillery regiment, and a field artillery regiment.

There are also two ordinary infantry regiments, and a variety of other things added together if they are fully staffed.

The combat force can reach 14,000 people.

Including non-combat personnel, there are at least 20,000 people under his command.

Under his command, their combat effectiveness can even go head-to-head with some second-rate legions.

Occupy the Shangdang area.

It has a relatively passable industrial base.

Basically, they are all industries related to the production of raw materials, and there is nothing that can keep up with the times.

But at least, with the support of Chiang Kai-shek.

In the near future, an explosives factory and a corresponding military factory (grenade factory) will be built.

What's more, the Shangdang area is one of the few places in Shanxi with many plains and basins.

The development of agriculture is also good.

Needless to say, the geographical location is great.

It is easy to defend and difficult to attack, and the people's hearts are initially settled and the military's morale is stable.

The relations with the Central Army, the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army, and even the Eighth Route Army were quite good.

But is this enough?
For Chu Yunfei, this is far from enough.

Not to mention far away.

The national strength and military power of Japan remained very strong in 38.

Before the Battle of Wuhan.

They are capable of launching a total war.

The navy blockaded the coastline and assembled about 50,000 troops within half a month to launch landing operations in any place.

This group of old Japanese devils who were less than 1944 meters tall were even able to plan an unprecedented "Operation No. " in .

Its war potential.

It is definitely not something that can be consumed by just a few small victories.

Chu Yunfei is well-versed in military history.

Naturally, I know that Japan is currently carrying out its military expansion plan in full swing.

In January of this year, the Chahar Corps was reorganized into the Mongolian Corps, directly under the Tianhuang.

February.

The Japanese Army's China Garrison Mixed Brigade will be reorganized into the China Garrison Corps.

It was temporarily organized into the 3rd, 4th and 5th Independent Mixed Brigades and incorporated into the North China Expeditionary Force.

Support for the so-called "Xuzhou Operation"

When the battle situation was tense, that is, the later fighting in Xuzhou.

Chu Yunfei had the impression that the Japanese army also drew two independent mixed brigades from the Kwantung Army to strengthen the combat strength of the Second Army of the North China Expeditionary Army.

In the same year, the newly formed 21st Division and 110th Division were incorporated into the combat sequence of the North China Expeditionary Army.

In mid-1, the 4st and th Cavalry Brigades were drawn from the Kwantung Army to further strengthen the North China Expeditionary Army.

The 3rd and 4th Brigades of the North China Expeditionary Army were also dispatched to strengthen the Shanxi 1st Army.

These are Chu Yunfei's potential opponents, whose military strength has exceeded 150,000.

The battle in southeastern Shanxi actually only bought us a half-year breathing space.

Chu Yunfei is thinking about this now.

In fact, it was Zhu Peiji's proposal.

Whether the 358th Brigade will go to Shanxi to fight in the name of the guest army of the Second War Zone, that is, to reinforce the Fifth War Zone in the name of the Central Army.

Firstly, in order to ensure some war advantages in the Battle of Jinpu.

Even in the early stages of the Battle of Xuzhou, we achieved results and eliminated part of the Japanese army's manpower.

This laid the foundation for a slight military advantage in the middle and late stages of the battle of Xuzhou, thereby leveraging the overall situation of the entire Jinpu Battle.

Secondly, it expanded the influence of the Jin army.

This is also for Chu Yunfei himself.

He has just been promoted recently.

This is actually an exceptional promotion.

In fact, he was a colonel and a regiment commander for less than three years.

Logically, one needs to stay at the rank of colonel for at least four years before being promoted.

During the Republic of China period, there were temporary measures for appointing officials during wartime.

However, it also caused corresponding adverse consequences: the rapid promotion of military ranks led to a lack of experience among a number of officers.

Not only is it difficult to convince the public, but they cannot even be trusted in times of crisis.

Moreover, a large number of military positions are crowded at the level of colonel.

Just as mentioned before.

There is a clear watershed between colonels and generals.

Many people will be stuck at this level throughout their lives.

Just as Chu Yunfei and Fang Ligong were discussing the situation of the Jinpu Campaign.

A phone call was made directly to Chu Yunfei's command center.

Sun Ming stepped forward and picked up the phone, then had a brief conversation and hung up.

"Sir, Deputy Chief of Staff Chu informed us that Shancheng intends to promote you to the position of Deputy Chief of Staff of the Southern Army, concurrently with your original position."

"Oh?"

Chu Yunfei frowned slightly: "Do we need to report to the Southern Route Army Headquarters?"

"I didn't say it."

"interesting."

Chu Yunfei smiled and turned his head to look at Fang Ligong standing beside him: "Brother Ligong, do you think there is any deep meaning behind this promotion?"

The 358th Brigade is affiliated to the Eastern Route Army's combat sequence, and its commander-in-chief is the commander of the th Group Army.

Chu Yunfei served as Deputy Chief of Staff of the Southern Army.

Its commander-in-chief was General Wei Lihuang.

Chu Yunfei was both the deputy chief of staff of the Southern Army and the chief of the army.

He was following the orders of the commander of the 18th Army Group,
Or should we obey the orders of General Wei Lihuang?
Does Chu Yunfei need to report to the Southern Route Army Headquarters now and serve as a qualified deputy chief of staff?
Fang Ligong sighed: "This is Chief Yan fighting with the chairman. I don't think they can come up with a conclusion in a short time."

“It is reported that the negotiations are still ongoing and the first option is to add two Class A infantry brigades.

The second option is to add two Type B infantry divisions to the Second War Zone.

As for Commander Yan, it seems that he has not made the corresponding choice yet."

"Choose?" Chu Yunfei laughed and sat on a bench beside him. He leaned back slightly and relaxed his body. He signaled Sun Ming to add some tea for him. "Brother Ligong, it seems that this victory has made our Second War Zone eligible to make conditions with Shancheng."

"Perhaps the requirements for two infantry divisions are more demanding?"

Fang Ligong shook his head. "It's not clear yet, but there is news that the 22nd Sichuan Army Group has been assigned to the Fifth War Zone. Yesterday, Commander Yan hosted a banquet for a group of Sichuan Army generals at the Commander's Headquarters and provided them with 500,000 yuan in travel expenses and a batch of guns and ammunition."

Chu Yunfei was stunned.

As a time traveler, he has seen all kinds of scenes.

Such a generous Mr. Yan really broadened Chu Yunfei's horizons!

Fang Ligong grinned and said, "Sir, are you surprised?"

Chu Yunfei nodded, saying nothing.

"I have sent Zhang Dayun to settle Mr. Xu's family. Although they cannot live a life of luxury, I think it should be no problem for them to live a peaceful and stable life."

Chu Yunfei brought up a new topic, and Fang Ligong sighed, "As for Jiang Mu, I also sent someone to inquire according to your instructions."

"At present, they have been settled in Xi'an."

"There is news that Commander Yan has also sent a few people to take care of them, and has also contacted Shaanxi. The child is now in school."

"That girl doll got a new name."

Fang Ligong looked at Chu Yunfei with a complicated expression, and then, without keeping the secret, he said to Chu Yunfei with a slightly curious look, "Jiang Chuchu."

Chu Yunfei was silent for a moment, then continued, "Chu Chu is very touching, what a good name. It seems that the resettlement and compensation work in the Second War Zone is going quite well."

"The Shancheng office has already been set up in Jincheng, and the Executive Yuan has also approved a batch of funds, although it's not much, only 300,000..."

"Three hundred thousand, or three hundred thousand to the Second War Zone."

Fang Ligong remained silent.

Chu Yunfei frowned: "Who handled this matter?"

Fang Ligong shook his head: "It's not clear yet, but the Pension Department said that they are not responsible for our Second War Zone, but for the Pension Department."

(The Pension Committee was only established in August 38. There were many casualties in the early days of the War of Resistance, but the Pension Department (established in 8) was completely incapable of handling this matter.)
"No matter what happens in Shancheng, we must ensure that the relief work is done properly."

"I see."

Chu Yunfei touched his chin, pondered for a moment, and then said, "This matter may make Shancheng think of more solutions. The Pension Department is obviously no longer able to continue to undertake this work, and how much money has been approved and how much has been received is completely opaque."

"What do you mean, sir?"

"Brother Ligong, in my name, send a telegram to the commander-in-chief of the Second War Zone, Yan, and at the same time to explain this matter."

After saying this, Chu Yunfei smiled to himself: "However, I guess the chairman doesn't have time to deal with this kind of thing now."

It is naturally not clear whether Fang Ligong has made any contribution.

But Chu Yunfei has a good memory.

He knew that in January 38, Chiang Kai-shek had resigned from a number of positions, leaving only the position of Chairman.

He showed that he wanted to focus all his energy on military affairs.

And while riding on a special train heading north, he kept spreading the news that a military meeting of northern officers would be held in Kaifeng.

Finally, senior military officers from the First and Fifth War Zones were summoned to attend this combat meeting.

Han Fuju, who abandoned the natural barrier of the Yellow River, was also notified to attend the meeting.

And it was also this meeting.

Han Fuju was executed for his poor performance in combat.

Just as Chu Yunfei was lost in thought, recalling the major events that had happened at this point in time.

The confidential clerk walked over quickly, handed a telegram to Fang Ligong, saluted, and turned away.

Fang Ligong glanced at the contents of the telegram and was shocked.

He was immediately surprised and stood up and said, "This sir..."

"Brother Ligong, what happened? Why are you so panicked?"

Fang Ligong handed the telegram in his hand to Chu Yunfei.

Chu Yunfei was shocked when he saw it.

Nima!

Chiang Kai-shek specifically asked him to attend the military meeting held in Kaifeng.

Accompanying him were Zhu Shouguang, Chief of Staff of the Second War Zone, Deng Jinkang, Sun Zhen, Wang Mingzhang and others from the 22nd Army Group. Why is it different from what I remember?

What does the meeting of senior generals from the First and Fifth War Zones have to do with Chu Yunfei?

This Hongmen Banquet was actually aimed at Han Fuju.

What? Are you coming for me?
Chu Yunfei was a little confused for a moment. He turned around and signaled Fang Ligong: "Brother Ligong, ask the commander of the Second War Zone what is going on."

Fang Ligong nodded and immediately walked to the phone.

The next second, the phone rang.

Fang Ligong turned his head to look at Chu Yunfei beside him, his meaning was very clear.

Do you want to answer it or should I?

At Chu Yunfei's signal, Fang Ligong immediately picked up the phone: "358 Brigade, go ahead."

"Is it Fang Ligong? I am Chu Xichun."

"Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Staff, it's me."

"Well, I'll give you a call and let Yunfei know that he's going to Kaifeng for the meeting on January 17th."

"Deputy Chief of Staff, what kind of meeting is this and why?"

Chu Xichun smiled and said, "Don't worry, it's a great thing. I'll keep it a secret for now, and you'll know when the time comes."

"Yes!"

"That's it."

Chu Xichun hung up the phone immediately, and Fang Ligong turned around and reported: "The deputy chief of staff said it was a great thing. The meeting will be held on January 17th. There are still seven days from today. The travel method will surely be notified soon."

Chu Yunfei nodded.

Knowing that he couldn't avoid this kind of thing, he then ordered: "Brother Ligong, notify Wu Ziqiang to come to the brigade headquarters, Sun Ming, you go and notify Sun Weimou, and ask him to come to the garrison to see me, I have something to tell them."

Chu Yunfei immediately picked up the phone after he finished speaking: "I'm Chu Yunfei, I want to contact the 386th Brigade, Brigade Commander Chen."

"That's right, I'm looking for Brigade Commander Chen of the 386th Brigade of the th Division of the th Group Army."

After a moment, the voice of Brigade Commander Chen came from the microphone: "Yun Fei, do you want to talk to me about something?"

"It is indeed an urgent matter. Can Brother Zhicheng represent the opinions of the 386th Brigade and even the Eighth Route Army?"

Brigade Commander Chen was silent for a moment, then he said, "In terms of base construction and the corresponding land reform policies, he can represent the opinions of our Eighth Route Army."

"That's good, Senior. I'll interview you when I get back."

"it is good!"

Brigade Commander Chen hung up the phone with a look of suspicion on his face.

What does Chu Yunfei want to do?

Making a phone call is so mysterious.

Zhong Zhicheng soon received a notice from Chu Yunfei and rushed to the brigade headquarters.

But I wasn’t able to see Chu Yunfei at the first time.

Waiting in the conference room under Sun Ming's arrangement.

Soon Wu Ziqiang also rushed to the brigade headquarters with his guards, and the last to arrive was Sun Weimou.

Chu Yunfei didn't see it.

The three of them met in the conference room.

After greeting each other, Zhong Zhicheng took the lead and asked, "Captain Wu, Chief of Staff Sun, is there an important meeting that you asked me to attend?"

Wu Ziqiang laughed: "To be honest, I also received the notice at short notice."

Sun Wemou frowned and nodded slightly.

All three of them looked confused.

Sun Weimou is now sent by Chu Yunfei to develop local economic development, and he has also brought his family business into the partnership.

Although he holds the position of Chief of Staff, he is now doing the work of an official.

It is equivalent to Chu Yunfei's local incarnation.

Sun Weimou was helping him deal with local development and affairs.

Talk about it.

Bao Zhishan's father, Bao Yongsheng (deputy battalion commander of the 197rd Battalion of the th Regiment, military rank major, and commander of the Yangquan Security Corps) was also in Changzhi at this time.

Before the Battle of Niangzi Pass.

Bao Yongsheng had previously spent all his family wealth to support Yan Laoxi's cause of resisting the enemy and protecting Shanxi.

Nowadays, Yangquan has fallen.

Bao Yongsheng's property was not much left.

But Chu Yunfei and Yan Laoxi naturally would not treat him unfairly.

With the support of Sun Weimou, he has now established a firm foothold in the local area.

Founded the Bao’s Trading Company in Changzhi area.

The main business is cloth business, which is now on the right track.

"Commissar Zhong, is your work going smoothly? Is there anything I can help you with?"

Zhong Zhicheng shook his head and said: "At present, the policy of reducing rent and interest has been implemented very smoothly. With the help of Captain Zhuo, these wealthy households and landlords in the surrounding areas of Changzhi are also very cooperative.

They all expressed their willingness to support the war of resistance and the policy of reducing rent and interest rates. "

Zhuo Tianyu is indeed prone to impulsiveness and likes to threaten people with a gun at any time.

But no one can cure him.

It was obvious that Zhuo Tianyu was working for Chu Yunfei.

All the landlords in Changzhi were killed before, but nothing happened to Chu Yunfei.

Instead, the Second War Zone Command, the Shanxi Pacification Office, launched a massive anti-corruption campaign.
So many people were killed at once, and anyone with a discerning eye would know what was going on.

This must be closely related to Chu Yunfei.

No one wants to die, and since no one can afford to offend others, it is better to cooperate and support the war of resistance, sacrifice some flesh, and exchange it for a peaceful and good life.

Compared to those soldiers who are fighting for their lives.

Their own lives were obviously better, and when the landlords thought of this, they felt that nothing seemed unacceptable.

Soon, Chu Yunfei stepped into the meeting room.

"Commander Chu."

"sit down."

Chu Yunfei sat in front of everyone and said straight to the point: "I called you all here suddenly this time because I also received a temporary notice to go to Kaifeng to attend a military meeting of senior officers from various northern war zones, so it is very likely that I will not be back for a while."

"I called you here to arrange the next work."

Wu Ziqiang, Sun Weimou and Zhong Zhicheng all took out the pens they had on them and prepared to take notes.

Chu Yunfei turned his head and gestured to Sun Ming.

Sun Ming immediately closed the door of the conference room.

The three of them were stunned for a moment, and then put down their pens.

"Nothing to remember, just three things."

"First of all, Brother Zhicheng, there is not much time left for spring ploughing in Shanxi. I hope that the work on land reform can be accelerated. Before the spring ploughing begins, the work in the areas around Changzhi must be completed."

Zhong Zhicheng nodded: "Of course, but it requires your full cooperation."

"This matter has a high priority. You can discuss it directly with Wu Ziqiang and Zhuo Tianyu while I'm away."

"it is good!"

Chu Yunfei then turned to look at Sun Weimou and said, "Local economic construction can only be entrusted to you now. In addition, we need to recruit a large number of refugee students from the occupied areas. These are all valuable assets. After I come back this time, I will apply for more funds from Shancheng to ensure the normal teaching work of the Artillery School... teaching materials, equipment, training ammunition, everything that is necessary will be there."

"Also, you have to pay more attention to the recruitment work. Xu Youlan (Chapter 151, the person in charge of the recruitment department) still lacks experience in this area. You also need to check the secondary enlistment review of the soldiers."

"I understand."

Chu Yunfei nodded: "Think of a way as soon as possible to open up the trade route in Shaanxi. If conventional means really don't work, I will think of a way after I come back and give priority to ensuring the supply of southeastern Shanxi."

"Yes!"

When Wu Ziqiang saw Chu Yunfei looking at him, his face immediately became serious.

Chu Yunfei smiled and said, "Don't be nervous. Qian Bojun and Li Kuishan's regiments need to rest, especially the 197th Regiment. They suffered heavy casualties. Your newly formed infantry regiment suffered the least loss in this battle, so you need to do more work. Let's discuss anything.

If you really can't handle it, find someone to make a contribution. If it's not necessary, don't report the situation to the Second War Zone Commander's Headquarters."

"Commander Chu, why is this?"

Zhong Zhicheng asked even though he knew the answer.

What else could happen?
This is the only thing that Chu Yunfei can be criticized for by his colleagues.

There is only one left.

That is the close relationship with their Red Party.
The reason why he asked was just to test Chu Yunfei's attitude.

Chu Yunfei smiled. He didn't care about such rumors.

"The Shancheng side plans to transfer me to be the deputy chief of staff of the Southern Route Army. After all, some people above are dissatisfied with my close relationship with your Red Party."

"Although Commander Yan doesn't care, the Chairman certainly can't help but pay a little attention. It will be good for you and us."

Zhong Zhicheng nodded.

This is not a good thing for the Red Party.

After all, the legitimacy of the border region government has always been dynamic.

For example, the Shaanxi-Gansu-Ningxia Border Region has always been in a superposition state of legality and illegality.

Although the Shanxi-Chahar-Hebei Border Region was registered in the mountain city and was a legal border region government, there was still a lot of friction between the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army and the Eighth Route Army.

Just let it be quiet in southeastern Shanxi
It is normal for Chu Yunfei to have concerns.

After explaining the most critical local economic development and corresponding reforms.

For the rest, just copy the previous work.

Recruiting, reorganizing the army, training, and preparing for war, everything is proceeding as usual.

That night.

Chu Yunfei once again received an order from the Second War Zone Commander's Headquarters.

He was asked to set out south early the next morning and go to Shaanxi to meet up with the others.

That night.

Chu Yunfei called Qian Bojun, Zhuo Tianyu and others.

Then he explained some precautions.

He had a secret conversation with Fang Ligong for two or three hours overnight, entrusting him with the corresponding work of subsequent army building and reorganization.

And according to the time point, the party required to make a contribution should express its position to the Second War Zone and apply for corresponding arms replenishment.

This is a technique that Chu Yunfei summed up himself.

Asking for equipment is not a random request. It depends on the timing and detailed plans need to be submitted.

This time point actually refers to the time when Yan Laoxi's imported advanced equipment and weapons arrived.

As for why Chu Yunfei knew it so clearly.

This is because a Shanxi region military equipment development plan was submitted through Xu Cichen before. (Chapter 3 - Shanxi region military equipment development plan)

Yan Laoxi adopted some of the suggestions.

Chu Yunfei naturally knew everything about the imported weapons, contracts, and time.

There are also many good things, such as special sniper scopes, PAK36 German 37mm anti-tank guns and so on.

These will be useful in the future.

Wait until these things arrive in the country.

You need to ask for it from the Second War Zone Commander Headquarters as soon as possible.

otherwise.

These equipment and weapons will most likely be added to the ranks of other armies.

The palms of the palms and the backs of the hands are all meat.

All the troops of the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army were under his command.

Naturally, Old Man Yan wouldn't be too obviously biased.

Don't ask for things randomly.

What is needed is to show strategic determination and talk about usage planning.

Let Yan Laoxi know where these equipments need to be used and on which battlefields they will be used.

Only Yan Laoxi would give it willingly.

The next morning, the sky was just getting light.

Chu Yunfei took Sun Ming and a guard platoon and left the base.

The only things he carried with him were some legal tender and Jin banknotes.

There is also a "Infantry Drill Manual" and a "Command Outline".

Except for a few people.

No one knows his whereabouts.

This time, he will head south to Wen County.

After crossing the Yellow River, take a train in Gongyi heading east to Kaifeng, Henan.

To attend this very important military meeting of senior officers in the early stage of the War of Resistance.
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