Anti-Japanese War: From Becoming Chu Yunfei to Rising

Chapter 347: Summary of combat consumption and captured gains; Chu Yunfei's plan! Armored cluster?
"What on earth does Commander Chu mean by this? I am a little confused."

Changzhi, the headquarters of the 88th episode.

Qian Bojun looked at the secret message in his hand.

Standing next to him were Liu Shuzeng, Qian Zhaoyou, Zhang Dayun, Bian Fucheng, Luo Weiguo and others.

Qian Zhaoyou pursed his lips, hesitated for a moment, and then expressed his judgment: "Chief Chu believes that someone may take this opportunity to deal with Chief Yan and himself. That's why he chose to rest and let this group of people jump out on their own initiative, so that he can deal with them all at once."

"Who would harm us?" Luo Weiguo was a little confused. He touched his chin and said, "Japanese?"

"No." Qian Zhaoyou sighed: "The threat is likely to come from Shancheng. There are people in the headquarters who are not on good terms with our Chief Chu..."

"Who?"

"First of all, we cannot rule out the fact that our commander also played a big role in the death of Liu Ruming from the Northwest Army." Qian Zhaoyou analyzed in a serious manner: "Secondly, during the Battle of Xuzhou, the commander offended Tang Enbo, and Commander-in-Chief Tang was also a very powerful force in the Central Army."

"The deaths of Gui Yongqing outside Lanfeng City are also related to our commander. We have offended Commander He."

"Not to mention, Guo Chan is Chief Chen's man."

Zhang Dayun scratched his head: "Is there anything else that our commander has not offended?"

"Military Control Commission?" Bian Fucheng asked, "We won't offend these spies, right?"

"Have you forgotten where Sun Xinpu was from before?" Qian Bojun shook his head, looking helpless.

Although there are many factions in the National Army, the largest forces are the factions under the Northwest Army and the Central Army.

Needless to say, Chu Yunfei looked down on He Yingqin from the bottom of his heart.

Therefore, when doing things, he never considered whether it would offend He Yingqin, and Chang Ruiyuan was very happy to see this scene.

And offended Chen Cixiu.

In Chu Yunfei's view, this matter was not a big deal, and Guo Chan's status was not high.

There is no need for Chen Cixiu to suppress Chu Yunfei because of this matter.

Relatively speaking.

Chen Chixiu's mind was slightly broader than He Yingqin's, and he could also say that if young people were not "reckless", they would be the same as us old men.

"There is no need to worry about the Military Control Commission." Qian Bojun pointed to the telegram that had just been sent. "Commander Chu's attitude is very clear. This time there is a high possibility of a conflict with the chairman, so he reminds us to be mentally prepared and guard all the crossings strictly."

"Has Commander Chu guessed something? Or has he received some intelligence?" Luo Weiguo seemed to be thinking about something. He took the cigarette handed over by Zhang Dayun and said, "I feel Commander Chu must have made arrangements. Otherwise, how could he go directly to the hospital for recuperation?"

"Yes, except for Brother Wuguan, none of us are familiar with Shancheng."

Qian Zhaoyou walked slowly to the battle map with steady steps. "I personally think that before the war with Japan is over, the chairman will not do anything to get rid of the donkey after it has done its work. Although Commander Chu has some differences with the chairman on some details, he has never made any mistakes in the general direction."

Qian Bojun seemed to have remembered something: "If the Military Control Commission wants to start a war, they will definitely start with the Red Party. We must pay attention to this aspect."

"Dayun, after the meeting, please contact Sun Weimou and ask him to pay attention to his own safety."

"it is good!"

Qian Bojun cleared his throat and continued, "Okay, let's not talk about these things for now. The losses and spoils of each regiment have basically been summarized, Lao Liu."

Liu Shuzeng nodded, then cleared his throat: "I can't bear it any longer. I see you guys are bored. This matter will naturally be taken care of by Commander Yan and Commander Chu. We are all rough people. We just need to know how to fight."

"Okay, that's enough because you're smart." Luo Weiguo curled his lips.

"In this battle, our army seized a total of the following number of weapons and equipment."

Liu Shuzeng opened the notebook in front of him and spoke slowly: "Let's talk about light weapons first.

In this battle, we seized a total of 3,786 Type 38 rifles, of which about 1,200 needed to be repaired in the repair shop, and their performance might be affected.

There were 248 Type 14 carbines, 456 Zhongzheng rifles, 176 Hanyang rifles, and other types of rifles, most of which had to be repaired before they could be used.

Light machine guns. The number we captured in this battle was not large. Most of them were damaged to varying degrees in the battle, and the ones that were intact were enough to be directly equipped to the troops.

There were 76 Type 99 light machine guns and 17 new Type 99 light machine guns that the Japanese army had recently equipped.

Twenty-three Type 92 heavy machine guns were seized, and several more need to be sent to the Northwest Manufacturing Bureau for repair."

"Why are there so few heavy machine guns?" Zhang Dayun was a little puzzled. "Based on previous battles with the Japanese army, we should be able to capture quite a few heavy machine guns."

"The situation is a little different. These Japanese troops seem to have reduced their heavy machine guns in order to engage in long-term mountain warfare and are instead seeking to equip themselves with more light machine guns." Bian Fucheng explained. As a front-line combat commander, he paid more attention to the details on the battlefield.

"Not only that, the Japanese also began to seek mortars to facilitate their mobile warfare in mountainous areas. The number of these 90mm mortars seems to be increasing."

Qian Bojun knocked on the table, and everyone shut up and looked at him.

"We'll discuss these things later. Let Lao Liu finish speaking first."

Liu Shuzeng then went on to say: "In terms of supporting weapons, 237 grenade launchers were seized, and the number of special grenades was also quite large, estimated to be around 2,300 rounds. In addition, there were eight Japanese Type 97 90mm mortars and three Type 92 infantry guns."

"We didn't capture any heavy weapons, whether they were mountain artillery, field artillery or heavy artillery. We only dismantled some of them for usable parts. The vast majority of artillery was destroyed in artillery battles and bombings."

"As for the livestock and vehicles seized, we seized thirteen riding horses, twenty-three pack horses, and two draft horses, but I don't know if they can be saved."

Hearing this, Qian Bojun couldn't help but raise his eyebrows: "Old Liu, is there any good news in this regard?"

Liu Shuzeng shook his head solemnly: "We seized 75 million rounds of 105mm ammunition, grenades, mm mountain artillery shells, and mm artillery shells."

"How much?" Qian Bojun felt that the number he heard seemed to be wrong.

Liu Shuzeng sighed and repeated, "Thirteen."

"Thirteen"

Everyone looked at each other and remained silent.

Thirteen.

The spoils of war in this operation were far from enough to make up for one-tenth of the losses.

Just talk about the 105mm howitzer.

A total of 7,300 shells were fired.

There were less than 200 shells left from the aid. (Each gun was accompanied by 1,000 shells, and spare barrels were basically the common market situation at the time.)

"Then how much did each of our troops consume this time? Have you calculated it?"

Liu Shuzeng nodded: "The results reported so far are as follows."

"18 million rounds of 65 rifle ammunition were consumed, and 4.7 million rounds of 76 rifle ammunition were consumed"

"Okay, okay," Qian Bojun was confused. "Let's talk about the shells. Let's see if we still have the ability to attack."

"Seven thousand eight hundred 107mm artillery shells, six thousand four hundred mm mortar shells, thirteen thousand seven hundred mm mortar shells, and thirty thousand six hundred and seventy-five mm mortar shells were consumed."

"We have used up 143,750 grenades. As for landmines, we have no more in stock. All the mines have been used up by the various units. There is no need to keep statistics."

"Currently, looking at rifle ammunition alone, the combat troops have less than 60 rounds per person, less than rounds of machine gun ammunition, and more than heavy mortar shells. The number of various types of mm mortar shells is in short supply."

"In this battle, our resources were basically wiped out. It will take at least three months to restore the original organization. Even if we restore the normal number of troops, it will take half a year at the fastest speed."

Qian Bojun suddenly seemed to remember something when he said this: "Come to think of it, Commander Chu instructed us to give priority to northern Sichuan and absorb the defeated soldiers and refugees from various units. I guess Commander Chu is planning a counterattack."

Bian Fucheng grinned: "The commander promised us that we would fight back to the Northeast, and we must counterattack."

Qian Bojun nodded without comment: "Don't worry, Lao Bian, I will let you lead the troops under my command when the time comes!"

"Thank you, General!" Bian Fucheng nodded seriously.

"Lao Liu, please take the trouble to draft a telegram about all the current shortages and the quantity of materials and equipment needed and send it to..."

Qian Bojun hesitated for a moment, and then continued: "No, if the Japanese invaders get our information, the Japanese in Longcheng will definitely fight to the end."

"In that case, I will go there in person and report to Commander Yan in person." Zhang Dayun straightened his military cap without hesitation and stepped forward.

Qian Bojun nodded and said, "Weiguo, you should come with us and visit the two commanders for us."

"Yes!" Luo Weiguo asked seriously, "Do you want to ask about the follow-up work arrangements?"

"Let's not bother them with such trivial matters. This telegram is enough." Qian Bojun shook his head confidently.

Fang Ligong was hospitalized for recuperation due to injuries, and Chu Yunfei was also hospitalized for recuperation.

This is Qian Bojun's chance to show his abilities.

Second World War Commander Headquarters.

Old Yan was reading the report handed over by Zhang Dayun with a worried look on his face.

He sighed from time to time, as if he had huge difficulties.

Zhang Dayun also frowned and stood silently beside Yan Laoxi. In just half an hour, he smoked six or seven cigarettes.

Yan Laoxi finally couldn't hold back any longer and said in a slightly scolding tone: "Dayun, stop smoking. Look at what has happened to my office!"

Zhang Dayun seemed to have just reacted. He took a deep breath and extinguished the cigarette in his hand: "Yes, Commander Yan."

"I know your difficulties, but I don't have many weapons and equipment at the moment. You can equip me with the weapons and equipment you have seized first."

Zhang Dayun interrupted quietly: "Commander Yan, these are the shortfalls after all the equipment is completed..."

Yan Laoxi was horrified: "How many people do you have now? Why do you need so many weapons..."

No wonder Yan Laoxi was so frightened.

The report brought by Zhang Dayun had some minor revisions to the numbers.

For example, there was a shortage of 12 million rounds of Type 65 rifle bullets, but the report showed a shortage of 22 million rounds.

The principle is to take what you can get, and if you can't get it, give less, but it's best not to give too much of a discount.

Old Yan has received too many telegrams from Chu Yunfei.

He subconsciously thought that even though Chu Yunfei was currently recuperating in the hospital, the people below him would maintain a consistent working style with him.

"We are going to absorb some local troops who are willing to transfer to the field army into the field army, so that our training time for new recruits will be reduced.
The Construction Corps will also absorb about 6,000 troops, all of whom are veterans who have fought in combat and can quickly form combat effectiveness.

So we have a big shortage of weapons and ammunition.”

Yan Laoxi stared intently at the requirement for training ammunition: six million rounds.

Six million rounds are enough for the 13th Army to fight several major battles.

In the 88th Group Army, it seems to be used only for training new recruits.

There are always traces of strong combat effectiveness.

Just to supply this kind of ammunition, Yan Laoxi would even use the entire production capacity of the Northwest Manufacturing Bureau to supply Chu Yunfei's troops.

It's all a bit difficult.
The monthly production of three million rounds of Type 65 rifle bullets is barely enough for three months of training for new recruits.

This is kind of fucked up.

Why is Chu Yunfei fighting so hard in such a big battle?
In a broader sense, it is for the country and for the people of Shanxi.

To put it simply, isn't it also to repay Yan Baichuan's kindness in recognizing his talent?

The recovery of Dragon City.

As the official of Shanxi, he now has a way out and a chance to give an explanation to the people of Shanxi.

Fang Ligong was hospitalized with injuries.

Chu Yunfei was also hospitalized for recuperation due to his weakness caused by the battle.

The human heart is made of flesh.

After learning that Chu Yunfei was admitted to the hospital, Chu Xichun was sent to visit him immediately.

Later, Yan Laoxi found out that Chu Yunfei had health problems (several nosebleeds) due to long-term and high-intensity work.

Commanding a large army in battle and coordinating the overall situation consumes a huge amount of mental and physical energy.

Yan Laoxi has a deep understanding of this.

When Xinkou fell, his hair turned white overnight.

When Dragon City fell, he felt like he had lost his soul.

It was not until the great victory in Qin County that Chu Yunfei led his troops to completely wipe out the Japanese 4th Brigade.

This made him stand up straight.

The people across the country then criticized him less.

Thinking of this, Yan Laoxi.

At this point, he had a plan in mind, and immediately said, "I will take care of this matter myself."

"It just so happens that Cui Ya has just returned. I will ask him to go to Shancheng on my behalf and discuss this matter with Chiang Kai-shek in person to ensure that our Second War Zone is given priority in replenishment."

"In addition." Yan Laoxi thought of the fact that Japan had sent people to contact the Second War Zone Commander Headquarters. After thinking for a while, he still did not tell Zhang Dayun and immediately changed his words: "In addition, media publicity work must also be carried out in place. Half a month has passed, and the results that should be confirmed have been confirmed. It's time to publicize the success of our Second War Zone's strategic counterattack."

"Yes, Commander Yan, I will arrange this as soon as I return."

"it is good."

"I resign from my humble position."

After Zhang Dayun got the promise from Yan Laoxi.

He immediately walked out of the Second War Zone Commander's headquarters.

He set off for the hospital in Linfen City with his guards and others.

Chu Yunfei and Fang Ligong were not really in the hospital.

Instead, he was recuperating in a small building not far from the hospital.

As Zhang Dayun stepped closer, he saw Zhao Pengcheng standing at the door like a piece of wood.

After they saluted each other, Zhao Pengcheng took the initiative to speak: "Chief of Staff Zhang, why are you here?"

"Come here to report on your work. How is the commander's health?"

Zhao Pengcheng hasn't spoken yet.

Chu Yunfei's hearty laughter came from the room.

Zhang Dayun couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.

Zhao Pengcheng spread his hands helplessly: "Maybe it's been too long since we relaxed. The commander and the commander are a little, how should I put it, a little relaxed. They are even conducting an armored cluster assault simulation."

"This is really advanced. They've even deployed an armored cluster." Zhang Dayun's eyes lit up and he quickly stepped forward.

Zhao Pengcheng was stunned.

He never understood.

If you do all these during convalescence, what's the difference between that and not convalescent at all?

Sand table simulation is a laborious and time-consuming task.

Zhang Dayun was obviously much more excited when he heard it, and although he looked a little tired, his pace also quickened.

"Bang bang bang."

"Come in."

The ward is more like a small war room than a ward.

The fairly large living room has now been transformed into a sizeable sand table.

"Dayun.. why are you here?"

Zhang Dayun briefly reported the situation and was about to hand the report in his hand to Chu Yunfei.

Fang Ligong stepped forward and placed the report on a bench not far away: "Don't look at these now... Come on, you are the commander of the North China Front Army now."

"Why am I the Japanese soldier?" Zhang Dayun seemed to sense something was wrong. He glanced at the situation on the sand table and was somewhat reluctant to go on the field: "No, I am fighting against the armored group?"

Fang Ligong didn't care about that: "This is the Fifth Army of the National Revolutionary Army. It is a large-scale, heavy-duty group with a combat force of 30,000. This is the Seventy-First Army."

"That's right, I'm in charge." Chu Yunfei grinned and said, "Commander Zhang, if it were you, how would you fight this battle?"

Zhang Dayun handed over the baton in silence: "Such a vast plain terrain is most suitable for mechanized troops to gallop. Even the five armies planned to be formed do not have such combat effectiveness."

"Originally there wouldn't be any, but after the Shanxi War, there is a high probability that we will be able to obtain some armored weapons." Chu Yunfei touched his chin, not quite sure.

However, in terms of selling himself at a good price, Chang Ruiyuan can still do a good job at this point in time.

In addition, Song Ziwen was in charge of the financial power at that time, and he had good relations with Britain and the United States, so he was bound to gain more assistance on the international stage.

"The Japanese combat units are equipped with relatively few 37mm artillery. Even if two tank brigades are dispatched, it will be difficult to effectively resist the Fifth Army's attack in such terrain."

"Unless we use civilians to build a defense line, use urban street fighting to slow down the pace of the attacking forces, and use desperate determination to consume the tank forces of the Fifth Army, even if our army receives assistance, it will be difficult to achieve repeated replenishment after consumption in a short period of time. A battle based on this may only require one wave of offensives."

(End of this chapter)