Anti-Japanese War: From Becoming Chu Yunfei to Rising

Chapter 405: Conversation and the Reorganization Ideas of the National Army in the Second War Zone (Part ) (Subscription Request)

"A truly excellent commander should seek a balance between strategic wisdom and respect for life"

Pang Junming nodded: "I agree with your point of view."

Understand what your subordinates are thinking.

Only then can we solve the problem in a targeted manner and shape the next combat style.

Pang Junming is very capable, at least in terms of military command, there has never been any mistake.

When Zhao Pengcheng contacted him.

Pang Junming also guessed that Chu Yunfei wanted to discuss the matter of concealing the truth with him.

He was naturally mentally prepared.

As for wearing casual clothes to chat, it was also Chu Yunfei's request.

Without the military uniforms, the conversation between the two seemed like that between friends rather than between superiors and subordinates.

This way you can feel less constrained.

"Although I didn't ask about the logistics supply situation of the 4th Infantry Regiment directly, I know a lot about it. I'm curious about what you were thinking at the time."

Pang Junming was silent for a while and then told the truth: "We are the second main force regiment to receive the honorary title. To be honest, the battle to counterattack and retake Xiaobao Village was very stressful.

Our defensive position was actually not very large, but we had to resist the joint attack of the 3rd and 4th Mixed Brigades, and the Japanese army had deployed a certain number of armored vehicles and artillery in our direction.

After the recapture battle began, we selected two infantry companies, whose organization was relatively intact and whose combat effectiveness was strong.

But I underestimated the Japanese army's determination to defend Xiaobao Village. They not only carried out defensive operations, but also organized corresponding counterattacks, intending to expand their positions and fill them with more troops. "

Chu Yunfei nodded slightly: "Are you worried that the 4th Infantry Regiment's reputation will be affected if the attack fails for a long time?"

"Yes."

"You praised our regiment highly during the battle to capture Shouyang County, and believed that our regiment was an unstoppable iron fist. As a result, we were awarded the honorary title of the Iron Fist Regiment."

"But these two main forces that were awarded the honorary title did not perform satisfactorily in the battle to retake Xiaobao Village."

"The First Regiment was originally the focus of the Japanese attack. They had consumed a large number of direct-fire artillery, and were basically powerless against the Japanese tanks and armored vehicles."

"We don't need to find reasons to explain why our offensive failed. Only occupying the position and defeating the Japanese army is what our Iron Fist Group should do."

Chu Yunfei nodded slowly, and then asked pointedly: "Junming, do you think it is shameful to ask for help from the top leaders?"

Pang Junming was silent for a moment, then slowly spoke: "I am worried that I will disappoint you and affect your opinion of our troops. Also, the predecessor of the 4th Infantry Regiment was the 38th Army Training Regiment. We were originally the guard regiment of General Hu Chen. He is still watching us abroad. We cannot lose face for the people of Shaanxi."

Chu Yunfei sighed.

The 4th Infantry Regiment is indeed special.

Its predecessor was the 38th Army Training Corps of the Shaanxi Army.

Today's four main groups.

In fact, Chu Yunfei did it on purpose.

It can be considered an internal rebalancing.

One regiment is the old base of the Jin army.

The Fourth Regiment is the old base of the Shaanxi Army.

The Seventh Regiment was prepared for Whampoa students and also to maintain relations with the CC faction.

The 11th Regiment plans to be transformed into a combat unit composed entirely of Sichuan people.

Be well prepared for a possible expedition.

As for.

The tiger general Yang Hucheng mentioned by Pang Junming.

In fact, he had already returned home.

He has even been placed under house arrest by Chang Ruiyuan.

If I don't make such a fuss, maybe I can live the rest of my life in peace like Xiao Liuzi.

But Chu Yunfei knew.

General Yang Huchen is not a man willing to be lonely.

Because of that incident, he was forced to go abroad for inspection.

He still often criticizes the Nationalist government.

After the outbreak of the Anti-Japanese War, he took the initiative to ask to return to his country to fight.

After being clearly rejected.

He secretly returned to China and was then placed under house arrest in Nanchang.

Keeping this matter secret is not a solution, but now is not the right time to reveal the news.

"Junming, I still say the same thing, report what needs to be reported, and ask for instructions when necessary. Qian Bojun's name is quite famous, right? His bounty is almost catching up with mine. If you encounter any difficulties or problems, you should still ask for artillery support, right?"

Pang Junming nodded silently.

Because in their eyes, Qian Bojun is indeed such a person.

And Chu Yunfei is really biased.

The command of the artillery unit directly under the command of the artillery unit is given at will.
During the counterattack in the Battle of Changzhi.

He even directly transferred the command of all artillery units to support Qian Bojun's counterattack.
The rest of the friendly forces were left with nothing.

The saying that relatives are different may have another explanation at this time.

That means Qian Bojun is willing to ask for it.

However, Chu Yunfei subjectively still wants to treat everyone equally.

It's nothing more than thinking of the past when doing things.

"I understand. Don't worry, I will never do this again."

"Well, how many direct-fire artillery pieces do you have left in the Fourth Regiment this time?"

Pang Junming's expression changed obviously: "There are only three guns left. The commander of the direct-fire artillery company, Tang Dayang, died." Chu Yunfei's tone was full of regret: "Dayang is my Huangpu junior. I told him at the time that I was most optimistic about him. It was not a polite remark, I really was optimistic about him. He was one of the few direct-fire artillery commanders in the Jin army who had studied in the artillery school, and he also knew how to use mountain artillery.

I told him at that time that if he performed well, I would personally apply for a medal of honor for him from the Ministry of Military Affairs.

Later, Qian Bojun personally awarded him the Gancheng Medal.

The transfer to your Fourth Regiment is actually just a temporary transition. The former company commander of your Fourth Regiment, Xie Daqiang, was previously the deputy commander of Dayang's company. He is my fellow Shanxi native."

Pang Junming nodded silently.

He also knew these.

They did pay a heavy price in this battle against the Japanese armored cavalry group.

The direct-fire artillery units of the two main regiments were basically destroyed.

The anti-aircraft artillery units also only had one-third of their manpower left.

Only a quarter of the equipment remained.

I want to replenish it, but I don’t know when I can get it.

The most important thing is that we can find a way to get the equipment from abroad.

However, it is extremely difficult to train these gunners and technical sergeants in a short period of time.

Chu Yunfei's eyes were lost in thought. "I had planned to have him bring someone out and then have him serve as an instructor at the Artillery School. The use of direct-fire artillery is a vital part of our army."

"Their sacrifice is a huge loss to us, which directly affects the subsequent institutional reform and reorganization plan."

Chu Yunfei has already started working on the reorganization plan of the Jin Army.

And after reorganization.

Subjectively, the concept of Jin Army no longer exists.

Objectively, there may be small groups like Shanxi compatriots.

These things are like pulling up a mountain.

This is inevitable in any era and for any army.

Of course, Chu Yunfei was not targeting the Jin army.

These are all the troops under the command of the Second World War.

It even included the 27th Army under Fan Hanjie.

The plan is submitted, but it remains to be seen whether it will be implemented.

That’s not something Chu Yunfei should worry about.

Fan Hanjie's troops obediently accepted the reorganization and were transferred back to the Eighth War Zone.

Essentially it depends on whether Hu Zongnan can convince Chang Ruiyuan.

“Are we still going to reorganize?”

"yes."

Chu Yunfei nodded and continued, "In order to adapt to the upcoming war situation, we still need to make a certain degree of organizational optimization in a targeted manner."

"This is related to the direction of our subsequent strategic counterattack to a certain extent, but it depends on how the headquarters considers it."

"This reorganization is mainly aimed at the artillery forces. I plan to further increase the artillery strength of each combat unit."

Pang Junming asked quietly: "Sir, can't we only produce grenade launchers? Has the Northwest Manufacturing Bureau started producing artillery again?"

"Not yet, but in four months it will be enough. The main source of supply is still external aid. As for the pitifully small domestic production, it is not even enough for a troop."

Such a long time has passed.

The third diplomatic module of the system in my mind has accumulated a large number of action points.

At least the relationship could be improved several times and two more requests for assistance could be submitted.

Because of the tense situation in Europe and also because of the previous discussions with the Americans on the corresponding needs and military designs.

Chu Yunfei naturally prefers American equipment.

Instead of getting the Poles' worn-out World War I weapons from the Soviets after a while.

The 105mm caliber howitzer is the focus of Chu Yunfei's expansion.

Artillery Regiment 105, eight mm caliber howitzers.

To be honest, it's more than just less.

There are very few.

It's totally insufficient.

If there were three such troops, his pressure would be reduced a lot.

And after the treatment is completed, improving physical fitness also needs to be put on the agenda.

You need to set aside at least an hour every day to exercise.

To cope with problems such as decline in physical fitness in the future.

"It seems that the Americans are not so easy to talk to."

"Americans are profit-driven and are not good people, but there are still certain constraints on what they do. Just let them see the benefits."

"Benefits?" Pang Junming was even more confused. "But now, except for the most important tactics we haven't taught them, it seems that they have already learned most of the rest."

"These are not the main points. There are so many American officers, it is impossible that all of them are fools."

"Basically, after observing for a while, you will be able to draw inferences and develop your own military tactics."

"This is also the fundamental reason why battalion and company-level tactics, which are considered relatively advanced in the world, cannot be sold at a very high price."

Under Pang Junming's curious gaze.

Chu Yunfei said confidently: "There are at least 200 million people in the Kuomintang-controlled areas. These are actually markets for the Americans. They don't even need to wait for the war to end. They can dump some of their industrial products.

After the war, a huge market that has not been developed much, has a large population and little industrial capacity is waiting for them.

(End of this chapter)