Anti-Japanese War: From Becoming Chu Yunfei to Rising

Chapter 22 A belated award, the third-class Baoding Medal!

Although in film and television dramas.

There is no explanation of Zhong Zhicheng's final whereabouts.

But according to the conversation between the brigade commander and Zhao Gang, there were clues of communication between Zhao Gang and Li Yunlong.

Chu Yunfei guessed that Zhong Zhicheng was most likely sacrificed.

Later, Li Yunlong angered two political commissars and drove them away.

A person is in a new group of lawless people.

Until he disobeyed orders and got into trouble on the battlefield, he went to the clothing factory for further studies.

Kong Jie was disgraced in Yangcun, so he had the opportunity to return to his post as the head of the independent regiment.

It was also at that time that Li Yunlong, the stubborn man, was subdued.

He met Political Commissar Zhao Gang, with whom he got along a little better.

Unfortunately, Zhao Gang and Li Yunlong became friends.

But influenced by Li Yunlong, he has become more and more like a donkey, using swear words to curse people at every turn.

He is completely different from the gentle Zhao Gang when he first appeared.

It's a pity.

Chu Yunfei really likes talented people.

It doesn’t matter if you have mediocre abilities, just be obedient and don’t try to be clever.

That's fine.

Second Battalion Commander Wu Ziqiang is such a person.

Zhuo Tianyu, the commander of the Fourth Battalion who previously supported the 203rd Brigade, was also a good fighter.

The fourth battalion was under his influence.

Extremely good at close combat and hand-to-hand combat.

In terms of bayonet fighting ability, he is on par with the Japanese.

Extremely powerful in combat.

Unfortunately, in the battle of Ru Yuekou, the Fourth Battalion suffered heavy casualties.

Now there are less than two hundred people at most.

The combat effectiveness of the former security regiment soldiers who were previously added to the 358th Regiment was almost zero.

The security corps' combat effectiveness is not even third-rate.

It can barely be considered a local armed force that eats imperial rations.

These soldiers still need to undergo appropriate training and perform satisfactorily.

Only then would Chu Yunfei add them to the various camps.

It will take at least some time for the 358th Regiment to restore its combat effectiveness.

The night passed.

Outside Xing County, the former security corps barracks were located.

The next morning, Chu Yunfei just walked out of his room.

Then he saw Sun Ming standing at the door waiting: "Commander, why don't you rest at the regiment headquarters? It's still more than ten minutes' walk from here!"

"Being with my soldiers, I can sleep well at night."

Chu Yunfei didn't explain too much. He looked down at the watch on his hand and asked, "Didn't you rest last night?"

Sun Ming nodded: "Yes, I was quite busy last night."

"If it was urgent, why didn't you wake me up?"

"Commander, you only rested for less than four hours a day when you were in Ruyuekou. I am worried about your health.

Chu Yunfei smiled, put his hands behind his back, and walked forward: "I'm in good health, tell me what's the matter."

Sun Ming spoke slower and slower: "The Second War Zone Commander called, the 34th Army's attack to encircle and annihilate the Suzuki Brigade failed, the Suzuki Brigade took advantage of the situation to launch a counterattack, and part of the 5th Division advanced towards Fanshi County last night."

Chu Yunfei frowned after hearing the news and said angrily, "What is the 34th Army doing? There are more than 10,000 people, but they can't do anything to deal with 2,000 or 3,000 Japanese soldiers?"

"It is said that the Japanese used a large number of fighter planes, tanks and armored vehicles to support their breakout."

Sun Ming paused after saying this, and then continued: "But this group of Japanese soldiers did not break out in the direction of Datong, but merged with the reinforcements and then quickly launched a counterattack.

It is said that the 34th Army suffered more than half of its casualties in this battle, and it is very likely that Fanshi County will not be able to be defended. "Chu Yunfei raised his eyebrows and said, "Commander Yan wants us to support him?"

"No... Commander Yan told us to preserve our strength, garrison Xing County, and not to attack proactively."

Chu Yunfei snorted coldly: "What a bullshit order."

Sun Ming was startled and quickly reminded: "Commander, be careful with your words!"

"Forget it, if you have anything else to say, just say it all at once."

"Yes, the information about Deputy Commander Zhong Zhicheng is not available in the Second War Zone Command Headquarters, but there is information about Li Yunlong... Would you like to take a look?"

"Li Yunlong?"

Sun Ming mistakenly thought Chu Yunfei was interested, and hurriedly introduced: "Yes, this person's resume is very interesting, he is..."

Chu Yunfei waved his hand: "Don't look at his information. I'm not interested in this person."

Sun Ming nodded and continued, "The most important thing is that Nanjing has issued a commendation letter from the attendant's office.

The content of the telegram was: The 358th Regiment of the Second War Zone dealt a heavy blow to the enemy on the Ruyuekou line. Now an order is issued to the entire army as a reward.

Colonel Chu Yunfei was awarded the Third Class Baoding Medal for his bravery and loyalty.”

It's both a commendation and a medal.

These things don't make any sense at all.

It would be better to just give them 500 guns.

Chu Yunfei paused, his face not looking good, and then asked: "Do you have anything solid?"

Sun Ming smiled and immediately got to the point: "The chairman ordered a reward of 20,000 silver dollars, and an additional 5,000 silver dollars for you."

"The first battalion commander, Qian Bojun, was awarded one thousand dollars and a sixth-class Cloud Banner Medal."

"The second and fourth battalion commanders were awarded a Class A, First-Class Gancheng Medal, and each was awarded 500 silver dollars."

Chu Yunfei was very confused when he heard this. He touched his chin and confirmed again: "Gancheng Medal?"

"The Book of Songs says: 'The valiant warriors and the dukes are the pillars of defense', which should be taken from the idea of ​​defending the country from the outside and protecting the country from the inside, making the country strong and solid, and making it glorious."

Chu Yunfei nodded without commenting: "As far as I know, this medal should not have been officially implemented yet, so how can it be awarded with these things?"

Sun Ming was also confused at this time: "I haven't heard the specific reason, but this is what the telegram said."

Chu Yunfei vaguely remembered that this kind of brief was awarded together with the Medal of Glory.

After thinking for a long time, it seems to be of no great use.

It's just an honor. To Chu Yunfei himself, it may not be as valuable as five thousand dollars.

But for the battalion commanders under his command.

Having this thing can be considered as adding a kind of qualifications.

If you want to advance in the ranks of the national army in the future, military exploits are also indispensable.

Forget it, why think so much?

Chu Yunfei asked the question that concerned him most: "When will the money be delivered?"

"In the next few days, reporters from the Central News Agency will arrive and interview you about your army fighting the enemy at Ruyuekou."

As the two were talking, they arrived at the headquarters of the 358th Regiment.

Outside the gate, the soldiers on guard stood at attention and saluted.

Chu Yunfei stopped to return the greeting, then walked into the operations room.

Wu Ziqiang was on duty in the operations room at this time.

His eyes were fixed on the sand table in front of him.

The battle situation on the sand table is the front line of northern Shanxi.

Wu Ziqiang frowned, his eyes were dazed, and he seemed to be lost in thought.

Chu Yunfei stepped forward and patted him on the shoulder: "What are you researching, Captain Wu?"

"Duanzao!"

Wu Ziqiang was startled and stood up quickly: "Commander, I was thinking about the battle in Ruyuekou, if Commander Yan hadn't transferred our 358th Regiment away."

"Sit down and talk. What are you so nervous about?"

Wu Ziqiang sat back on the bench and sighed, his tone full of regret: "In less than five days, Fanshi County will be lost."

(End of this chapter)