Anti-Japanese War: From Becoming Chu Yunfei to Rising

Chapter 187 The Fifth Division, the Japanese invaders’ ace unit? I’m fighting against the elite! (Subscribe)
"Reporting to the commander-in-chief, Zhang Yaoming's troops have already engaged the Japanese invaders' 50th Division's Guoqi Detachment."

Guan Linzheng nodded slightly and continued to look at the battle map hanging in front of him.

The battle went more smoothly than expected.

The only regret is that we were not able to annihilate as many Japanese troops as possible.

At present, the Fifth Division has begun to rely on the outer positions on the Weixian line for defense.

The original pursuit and annihilation battle once again turned into a positional battle.

The Japanese set up defense lines in every village and town.

The firepower was so strong that after only one day of assault, the casualties of the Second Division had exceeded 400.

A lot of pressure.

"Report, Commander Guan, Brigade Commander Chu called."

"read."

"Commander Guan, I, Yunfei, intend to use the main force of my troops to attack the Jiaoji Railway tonight to cut off the connection between the Tenth Division and the Fifth Division. I hope that your troops will launch a supporting offensive this afternoon to attract the attention of the main force of the Fifth Division. I look forward to it."

Guan Linzheng did not hesitate: "Reply to Chu Yunfei's unit and agree to the current combat plan. The Second Division will cooperate with the 38th Division to launch a full-scale attack on the Japanese positions."

"Yes!"

Two hours later, Chu Yunfei adjusted the deployment again.

Under his command, the second and third battalions of the newly formed infantry regiment and the mortar company quickly moved north.

Prepare to launch an attack on the Jiaoji Railway.

The task was planned by Zhang Dayun.

It includes four bridges and a total of three kilometers of railway lines.

Once the operation was successful, even if the Japanese railway troops carried out emergency repairs, it would take at least two days.

As for the bridge, if it can be blasted successfully.

Then within a month, the Japanese will not be able to keep their railway lines open.

Within the headquarters.

Chu Yunfei warned: "Captain Wu, this operation is related to the overall situation of the Weixian battlefield. Complete the mission of destroying the raid at all costs."

"Yes!"

Wu Ziqiang looked determined, not afraid of life or death, and turned and walked away.

Chu Yunfei returned his gaze to the battle map.

However, his consciousness has already been immersed in the three-dimensional combat map.

The Fifth Division's soldier cards had a quarter of the green stripes lost and a fifth of the yellow stripes lost.

There was hardly any major impact, which showed that the losses of the Sakamoto Detachment were completely controllable under the powerful attack of the main force of the 1st Brigade of the 3rd Division.

The main force of the entire Fifth Division did not suffer any serious damage as a result.

This was also the first strategic counterattack launched by the National Army on the front battlefield.

Except Chu Yunfei, no one could predict the specific situation.

His reference was war history.

The winter offensive operation planned by Chiang Kai-shek was also known as the Hundred Division Offensive.

The strategic idea of ​​counterattack is correct.

But overall, the winter offensive operations had some outstanding performances, but from the perspective of the overall war, it cannot be called a victory.

Not only did they fail to achieve the expected victory, but they also lost a large number of troops during the battle.

There are too many reasons for the failure of the Hundred Divisions Offensive to go into detail here.

However, Chu Yunfei had not been able to predict that this encirclement and annihilation battle would turn out like this.

The semi-mechanized Fifth Division's mobility far exceeded previous expectations.

Even though the combat effectiveness of the 197th Regiment was fully released, it penetrated into Mengyin and Yishui and headed north simultaneously, but it still failed to intercept the main force of the Sakamoto Detachment.

Chief of Staff Fang Ligong was worried. After receiving the latest battlefield situation telegram from the Fifth War Zone, he quickly marked the positions of friendly forces on the map.

He said aloud: "If the war continues to develop like this, our army is likely to form a tense tug-of-war situation in Weixian, Jiaoxian, and Qingdao, which is very disadvantageous for our army."

Chu Yunfei nodded slightly: "This is what I am worried about at the moment. Even if we have to engage in mobile warfare or field warfare with the Japanese invaders, it is better than fighting them in full force. Our artillery and aviation units are no match for the Japanese invaders."

"Should we suggest that the Fifth War Zone commander retreat his headquarters to attract the Japanese invaders to pursue us, and then strike back at them?"

There is nothing wrong with Fang Ligong's suggestion.

This is a normal battlefield strategy and also a more conventional way of playing.

Playing to one's strengths and avoiding one's weaknesses is a compulsory course for a commander.

However, Chu Yunfei would never accept such a result, nor would he accept such a suggestion.

What he is considering now is not just the troops under his command, but the entire Fifth War Zone.

Chu Yunfei shook his head and immediately refused: "We are fighting for morale now. The fundamental reason why we are able to seize the initiative in the war is that our momentum is so strong and our military is ready. If we lose this momentum, it is hard to imagine what the result will be."

After careful consideration for a moment.

Chu Yunfei turned around and signaled: "Brother Ligong, call the Fifth War Zone back and agree to the battle plan to attack Weixian."

Fang Ligong was shocked and hurriedly advised: "Commander, the Fifth Division is the ace unit of the Japanese army... They are not only equipped with a large number of artillery, but also a large number of chariots and tanks..."

Chu Yunfei snorted coldly, not caring at all: "We are targeting this elite force!"

He had a serious face and a determined look.

What else can Fang Ligong say? He has to listen to Commander Chu!

"Yes, I will call the Fifth War Zone Commander Headquarters immediately."

Chu Yunfei turned his head to look at the people who were busy on the side, and walked to the phone.

"Hello! I'm Chu Yunfei, picking up Li Kuishan."

【Hello, 197th Regiment Headquarters.】

Chu Yunfei frowned slightly, his face serious: "Captain Li, I am Chu Yunfei. I order the first and second battalions to form the left attack force to raid the Japanese army's Xia Xiaoyang Village, and the third and fourth battalions to form the right wing guard force. Be alert and search forward to guard against the Japanese invaders' flank attack."

"Pay attention, do not disperse your forces too much, concentrate them and annihilate the enemy's effective forces."

[Yes, Kuishan understands! ]

After hanging up the phone, Chu Yunfei's consciousness was once again immersed in the three-dimensional combat map.

Xia Xiaoyang Village is a weak point in the Japanese defense line. If it can be broken through, it will only lead to the defeat of one front.

The Japanese army had six such battle lines!
The pressure is great but the battle must be fought.

The national army is under great pressure.

But the biggest pressure is that we cannot annihilate more Japanese troops.

The initiative on the battlefield was completely in our own hands, and the minimum strategic goals were achieved.

Whether to attack, defend, or retreat, they have the final say.

In comparison.

The main forces of the two Japanese divisions could only passively defend.

The battle lasted for four days, and Seishirō Sakagami slept no more than eight hours.

The entire battlefield in eastern Shandong.

His Fifth Division was under a torrential attack.

Based on relevant intelligence intercepted by the Special High Technology Department.

The 85th Army, the main force of Tang Corps, has moved eastward to Xuzhou and is expected to launch a counterattack within a few days.

At that time, the main force of his Fifth Division, more than 8,000 people, would face the siege of three main armies and Chu Yunfei's troops.

No matter how confident he was, he didn't think he could be a match for the National Army.

The Guoqi Detachment is now also in a fierce battle with the 25th Division, and it seems that there is no way to join them...
Seishirō Sakagami is very anxious at the moment, as his connection with the 10th Division has been completely cut off.

"This stupid Jigu Rensuke is still thinking about conquering Teng County at this time. He is simply disregarding the overall situation." No matter how Sakagami Seishirō insulted him, it was of no avail.

The conflict between the two did not happen overnight.

As early as the previous combat meeting, the two had already been at loggerheads.

not to mention.

Jigu Lianjie's statement constitutes a theory and system of its own.

The Japanese also understood the principle of besieging Wei to save Zhao, so they annihilated the Fifth Division.

Obviously, the Fifth War Zone is more concerned about the safety of Xuzhou.

Once Teng County is lost, only Hanzhuang and Taierzhuang will be left.

This is Xuzhou’s last barrier.

If we can capture Teng County in a short period of time, there is a great probability that the main force of the National Army will be forced to return for defense!
Chief of Staff Sakurada Takeshi (Ryo Nishimura was transferred back to Japan to serve as the commander of the Nagasaki Fortress, the one who was hit by the nuclear bomb) used the above reasons to comfort Sakagaki, and at the same time suggested: "Division Commander, should we request the rest of the troops to carry out landing support operations...if there are other reinforcements?"

"We are currently mobilizing part of the main force of the 16th Division, and it is expected that they will be sent south to support the 10th Division. A part of the main force, totaling more than 6,000 people, will land in the direction of Qingdao to support the battle."

"well!"

Sakagami Seishirō felt much better.

Nakajima Imago's 16th Division is also very powerful and is one of the permanent divisions.

"The Nakajima Division was invincible on the Chinese battlefield. Lieutenant General Nakajima himself was a complete war maniac. With their support, the situation might be stabilized."

Jigu Lianjie can no longer be relied upon.

The one who was called the executioner was Nakajima Imao, who was actually a trustworthy teammate of Sakagami Seishirō.

Just when Seishirō Sakagami was expecting the 16th Division to rescue him.

Suddenly a phone call came into his headquarters.

"Moshimoshi~!" Takeshi Sakurada stepped forward and answered the phone.

"I understand."

After hanging up the phone, Sakurada Takeshi frowned slightly and said, "Division Commander, bad news. Chu Yunfei's troops have launched a frontal assault. Under the cover of artillery fire, they have now broken through the defensive positions of Xia Xiaoyang Village and are now infiltrating the front-line garrison. We have suffered more than 70 casualties."

"Nani?"

Chu Yunfei's troops, who had not had much desire to attack before, launched an assault at this time.

And it is still penetrating violently into depth.

If it's a stupid commander.

For a moment, people would inevitably think that Chu Yunfei's troops were courting death.

Directly penetrate into the core area of ​​their main force.

Isn't this just asking for death?
But the old devil Seishirō Sakagami has rich command ability and experience.

Aren’t you afraid of Chu Yunfei’s troops and not worried about being surrounded and annihilated?
He immediately realized Li Kuishan's combat ideas and intentions.

Cut off the connection with the frontline troops.
Use the absolute main force to exchange pieces with the Fifth Division.

While suffering heavy casualties, it also bought time and opportunities for friendly forces to encircle and annihilate the front-line defenders.

But how could Seishirō Sakagami agree to that?
A conservative estimate of the number of Nationalist troops attacking the Fifth Division was over 40,000.

Even if the casualty ratio is 4:1, their Fifth Division will be bled dry.

"Chu Yunfei, a famous general, a real opponent!"

Sakagami Seishirō was extremely fearful, his brows were slightly furrowed, and his brain was working rapidly.

He wanted to find a way to break the chain reaction caused by Chu Yunfei's interspersed tactics on the battle map in front of him.

After General Sakurada's possible infiltration routes are indicated on the map.

Both of them fell into silence for a moment.

"Division Commander"

"Sakurada-kun."

"Give the order to retreat and hold the second line of defense, so that our risk of loss can be minimized."

Sakagaki Seishirō thought for a moment in silence, and ten minutes later he said, "Give the order."

"Hai!"

Sakurada Takeshi bowed slightly, turned around and walked to the phone.

Next to Xiaoyang Village.

Pang Junming, the second battalion commander of the 197th Regiment, successfully broke through the Japanese positions and penetrated deep into the enemy's territory as soon as possible.

They pursued them relentlessly all the way and killed more than a hundred Japanese soldiers.

They also occupied a defensive node of the Japanese invaders, the Bunker Village.

Diaobaozhuang is called this name because its terrain was a place for garrisoning troops in ancient times.

It is just like Jiaochang Village in Ru Yuekou.

Jiaochang Village was the place used for training soldiers in ancient times.

The place called Diaobaozhuang was the place where military households defended in ancient times, hence the name.

There are not only wooden fences around it, but also earthen walls more than three meters high.

Such a key defensive fulcrum was successfully captured by Pang Junming's surprise attack.

At this time in Zhuangnei.

The soldiers were on high alert and on guard.

The fortifications were reinforced using all the materials available.

The remaining people in the village have been evacuated.
Although it is very dangerous, there is no guarantee that you can survive if you leave here.

If you stay in the village, the Japanese artillery shells won't have eyes.

"Captain, the telephone line in the village is not working, and we still can't get in touch."

"Whatever, let them fight and we defend ours."

"Our position is like a thorn in the Japanese's evacuation route. I don't believe that the Japanese won't take back such an important place!"

Pang Junming calmly analyzed the situation and then made arrangements: "First Platoon Leader, go and set up warning mines outside the village. These damn devils may launch a surprise attack."

"Yes!"

"Second Company, Third Company, Fourth Company, continue to reinforce your defensive positions. First Company, Fifth Company, and the lightly wounded, rest!"

"Yes!"

197th Regiment forward command post.

Li Kuishan was also a little confused at this time.

"Pang Junming's attack distance was too far, even far beyond the attack cut-off line planned before the battle.

When the 1st and 5th Battalions moved closer to the 2nd Battalion, they were blocked by an entire Japanese battalion.

Commander, the situation is not good. The Second Battalion is at risk of being surrounded and annihilated at any time."

Deputy regiment commander and commander of the fifth battalion Cao Potian came to the command center to report the latest situation.

"Captain, the Second Battalion probably doesn't have many combat troops left. At most, there are about 500 to 600 people. In this situation, they are easily targeted by the Japanese invaders. We'd better launch a continuous diversionary attack. Only in this way can we guarantee their safety."

Li Kuishan nodded: "The new infantry regiment is moving closer to us, and the 38th Division of the 59th Army is also moving closer to us, but it will take at least half a day for them to come to our rescue."

"If I were the little devil Okamoto"

"Captain, Sakamoto"

"Oh, yes. If I were the Japanese Sakamoto, I would never miss such a great opportunity." Li Kuishan frowned slightly. "Report the situation to the aluminum station and request support from the mountain artillery battalion. I will never let the second battalion be wiped out by the Japanese."

"Yes!"

(End of this chapter)