Anti-Japanese War: From Becoming Chu Yunfei to Rising

Chapter 455 Confused? The goal is clear! Yan Laoxi: I am willing to believe in Yunfei unconditionally! (Subscribe)
"Please ask the General Command of the Northern Shanxi Front"

Huang Baitao hadn't finished speaking yet.

The sound of artillery fire suddenly rang out.

He looked surprised and looked down at the watch in his hand.

This time is exactly the time for artillery preparation before launching the general offensive.

Zhang Dongkai was also surprised at this time.

Obviously, the artillery unit did not take Yan Laoxi's order seriously at all.

They firmly carried out the combat plan according to Chu Yunfei's orders.

After a brief hesitation, Huang Baitao said, "Call Sun Ming and follow the original battle plan to attack Yanggao County!"

"Yes!" Zhang Dongkai straightened his body and turned away immediately.

at the same time.

Fifth Army Headquarters.

Wu Shimin and Tang Huaiyuan looked at Zeng Wanzhong first.

The questioning look in his eyes was self-evident.

Zeng Wanzhong put his hands behind his back and said calmly, "When a general is away from home, he may not obey military orders."

"Yes!"

Wu Shimin and Tang Huaiyuan looked at each other and immediately turned and left.

Zeng Wanzhong's attitude says it all.

It seems that this battle must be fought!
Although I don't know what happened.

But just from the preparation of artillery fire, one could feel Chu Yunfei's rage.

Regardless of whether something really happened or not, Chu Yunfei needed to use this as an excuse to launch an attack and drive out the Japanese army.

Otherwise, when the weather warms up, the Japanese will mobilize a large amount of supplies to Shanxi to repair the fortifications.

I don’t know how much it will cost to take over these places.

The Japanese are not only good at attacking.

During the Pacific War.

The Americans have countless fighter planes, naval guns, and tank support.

Conquering islands held by the Japanese often requires paying a bloody price.

During the Battle of Tarawa, Nimitz sighed after he climbed onto the battlefield, which was less than two square kilometers in size, "I have never seen such a horrible battlefield in my life."

The entire island was completely plowed several times by large-caliber naval guns and fighter planes.

The garrison troops still caused nearly 7,000 casualties to the Americans who landed on the island.

The reason why the Japanese were able to do this is because their underground bunkers were constructed in a very methodical and even unique way.

Chu Yunfei had already made the corresponding judgment before.

Otherwise, he would not have chosen winter to attack an important city like Datong.

It is because the temperature in northern Shanxi is low in winter that the cement cannot solidify quickly and effectively.

The Japanese had no way to repair the fortifications destroyed in this situation.

Above the artillery cluster position.

Liang Guoping and Ouyang Xianpeng stood side by side.

Before the bombardment began, they all looked down at their watches and then smiled at each other.

Do not hit?

Before there was an order to cancel the operation from the Shanxi-North Front Headquarters.

It was Chairman Chang Ruiyuan who gave the order personally.

They will not obey.

Yes, it is said that Li Zongren, commander-in-chief of the Fifth War Zone, was difficult to command, and was even completely unable to command the main force of Tang Enbo's Central Army.

Now, even the commander-in-chief of the Second War Zone, Yan Laoxi, finds it difficult to command, and is even completely unable to command the main force under Chu Yunfei.

only.

Li Zongren wanted Tang Enbo to be able to fight, dare to fight, and fight bravely.

Yan Laoxi wanted Chu Yunfei to avoid fighting, not fight, and be afraid of fighting.

The two naturally cannot be confused directly, but in fact, there is not much difference in the psychological process of both sides.

They all want to preserve the strength of their subordinates and avoid losses.

The same is true of Tang Enbo, who essentially still follows the style of a warlord.

Chu Yunfei hit him like this.

Everyone was confused.

The battle was fierce.

The sudden attack surprised the Japanese Army, the Eighth Route Army, the Second War Zone, the Supreme Command, and even Chang Ruiyuan who was continuing a meeting in Liuzhou.

Japanese army.

North China Front Army Headquarters.

Tada Shun stood in front of the battle map and pondered for a long time.

I can't figure it out, I can't figure it out at all.

The troops have just been assembled to launch a tentative counterattack to confirm whether the weak points discovered during the reconnaissance are real.

then
The defensive positions around Yanggao were hit by intensive enemy artillery fire.

Based on the Special Measures Department and previous war experience.

National Army troops.

Even an ace elite like Chu Yunfei.

The number of shells is not enough to support such a fierce attack.

Only in a truly all-out offensive would such artillery preparation be carried out.

So why did they suddenly launch a full-scale counterattack like crazy?
Before Tada Shun could figure out the matter.

Chief of Staff Yukio Kasahara said hurriedly, "Commander, Fan Hanjie's troops of the 27th Army of the National Army on the Pingxingguan front and the 71st Army of the National Army on the South Taihang Mountains front have both launched attacks on our troops."

"Commander, this is most likely an all-out counterattack, the purpose of which is to take advantage of the momentum of victory and expand the initial results while morale is high."

"If the purpose is to pursue and expand the victory, why not pursue when Datong is newly conquered?"

Kasahara Yukio: "Could it be that, as the Special Countermeasures Division has judged, the nature of Chu Yunfei's offensive tactics is limited by the supply situation?"

Tada Shun couldn't help but think.

If this is true, then it actually means that the North China Front Army chose to retreat when they were about to hold out until the enemy's supplies were exhausted, causing their initial efforts to go to waste and fail?
"If it happens once or twice, it can be considered a coincidence, but if it happens every time, it would be terrible."

After a moment of silence, Kasahara Yukio added, "Lin Cang-jun had previously suspected that the Second War Zone was likely to have an intelligence organization, an extremely special intelligence organization.

They can use all kinds of intelligence and unravel the clues to accurately determine the situation of the North China Front Army."

"Does the intelligence department have any information about this intelligence organization?"

"We have obtained some intelligence before, but this intelligence organization is not led by Chu Yunfei, but is affiliated with the Second War Zone Commander Headquarters. They do not have strong control over areas other than Shanxi."

Tada Shun waved his hand and Kasahara Yukio turned and left.

Too many things don't conform to the logic of war.

This confused him greatly.

The 20th Division was destroyed in the area around Datong.

They have strong fighting capacity and tenacious fighting will, even when surrounded.

But it must have been the National Army that caused heavy casualties.

and then?
Except for the 14th Army, the main force of the Central Army, all the troops on the front line of combat left.

The rest of the troops are basically still on the front line.

Although we know that China has abundant human resources and the number of working-age population can almost be described as inexhaustible.

It wouldn't have happened until now.

It seems that the combat troops in the Second War Zone will never be fully consumed no matter what.

If other war zones face the same problem.

Tada Shun might not be so confused.

But the problem is that only the Second War Zone is like this.

Once combat troops in other war zones suffer a major blow.

After a year's rest, this unit returned to the battlefield relatively quickly.

Many of the main forces of the Central Army, after being crippled in a battle, needed to rest for at least a year, or even three years, before they could participate in a large-scale battle again.

If the training experience can be promoted.

So why not other theaters of war?

Or can this model only be promoted in Shanxi?
Thinking of this, Tada Shun couldn't help but feel a little regretful.

If Yoshio Shinozuka were still alive, there would probably be someone to answer this question for him.

only.

Yoshio Shinozuka had already died in battle in Datong City.

The sound of hurried footsteps sounded again.

Chief of Staff Yukio Kasahara, who had just left, received new news: "Commander, the Expeditionary Force Headquarters called and said that the Third Theater of Operations in China has also launched a large-scale military operation, which is much larger than before. It is estimated that at least 20 divisions of troops have been mobilized."

"Commander Nishio judged that this was most likely a purely retaliatory military action."

"Retaliatory military action?" Tada Shun asked suspiciously, "Why do they want to retaliate?"

"The Air Force Corps organized an air strike yesterday against Chang Ruiyuan, the top leader of the Chinese National Government, and it is very likely that a breakthrough has been made."

Bang~!

Tada Shun quickly stood up and slammed his hands on the table: "Red bean paste?"

"Just judging from the reactions of the Chinese troops, the ones who carried out the operation this time were all the main forces of the Kuomintang army, or the ace of the Whampoa Military Academy. The Expeditionary Force Command optimistically judged that Chang Ruiyuan, the chairman of the China Military Commission, was likely to be successfully killed by our side in this air raid!"

"Our air superiority is fully demonstrated at this moment!"

Tada Shun was extremely excited, and then continued: "Can the large-scale bombing plan drawn up by the Special Countermeasures Department be carried out ahead of schedule?"

"It's not clear at the moment." Tada Shun walked quickly to the phone and dialed the number in his hand.

He said a few words in a jumbled manner.

The general idea is that he wants to communicate directly with the Air Force's 3rd Flying Corps.

After making sure the Aviation Corps has made corresponding preparations.

Tada Shun took a deep breath and looked at his chief of staff.

Yukio Kasahara understood.

After a pause, he called the Special Measures Division again.

When the phone rings.

Lin Canghui rubbed his temples, and his mental state was quite haggard.

"What the heck."

"Lin Cangjun, I am Yukio Kasahara."

"Chief of Staff Kasahara, please speak."

"Lin Cang-jun, can the strategic bombing plan for the northwest region be carried out ahead of schedule?"

Lin Canghui was a little puzzled: "Of course it's fine, but didn't the Third Flying Corps complete the corresponding preparations before?"

Yukio Kasahara subconsciously looked at Tada Shun who was standing beside him: "Thanks to Commander Tada's support, the aviation ground crew prepared all night and has now completed the transportation and storage of the incendiary bombs and bombs required for the first phase."

"Yes, the sooner the bombing plan is implemented, the better. If we can destroy the enemy's war reserves in the northwest region as soon as possible, we can naturally support the North China Front Army in carrying out other combat operations."

The phone hangs up.

Tada Shun was in a pretty good mood.

It seems that they no longer care about the "offensive" and "inappropriate" behavior of the Special Countermeasures Section.

The Third Flying Corps had actually already made sufficient preparations for the bombing.

However, due to limited resources, Tada Shun wanted to deploy them to the battlefield in northern Shanxi.

And Tada Shun after realizing the benefits of strategic bombing.

They are eager to destroy Lanzhou, the material transfer center in the northwest region.
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the other side.

Eighth Route Army Headquarters.

Because of the sudden and unannounced military action launched by the Second War Zone.

So a group of senior commanders gathered together to discuss the situation as soon as possible.

The discussion lasted an hour or two.

No reasonable explanation or statement has been found.

Whether from a political or military perspective.

The reason why the main forces in northern Shanxi in the Second War Zone did not take the initiative to launch an attack at this time.

Phone calls to the Second War Zone Commander's Headquarters and the Northern Shanxi Front Headquarters received no response.

Everyone is confused.

Could it be that both sides will take a half-month holiday around the New Year and then continue fighting?

It doesn’t make sense!

Until everyone received a secret telegram from the Shancheng Office.

"So, something really happened to the reactionary Chang Ruiyuan?"

"From this perspective, the situation is likely not to be optimistic."

"The internal struggle of the Kuomintang is very fierce. If Chang Ruiyuan were not suppressing it, I'm afraid there would be a big chaos!"

"Since the July 7 Incident and the Lushan Speech, the Generalissimo has become the de facto leader of the War of Resistance. Once his banner falls, the surrenderists and middle forces who were ready to make a move will become more active. In addition, the establishment of the Wang Puppet Government will surely attract a group of cowards."

"This will have an extremely adverse impact on the current situation of the war of resistance, especially today when the contradictions between the local army and the central army are becoming increasingly acute."

Deputy Commander-in-Chief: "We need to consider the possibility of a leaderless situation. I suggest calling Yan'an and making early preparations."

Commander-in-Chief: "Call Yan'an. Once the authenticity of the news is confirmed, we suggest that you call for the maintenance of the current anti-Japanese national united front and actively carry out military operations to strike at the arrogance of the reactionaries and capitulationists."

"Why didn't Chu Yunfei tell us about this? Could it be that this is just a purely retaliatory military action?"

"No one knows for sure. We can only wait until the battle is over to determine whether Chu Yunfei has made relevant preparations in advance."

"Chu Yunfei's every move is not that simple. Perhaps he is just looking for a reasonable excuse to counterattack and then drive the Japanese army out of northeastern Shanxi."

"But there is only one commanding height around Tianzhen, Panshan, which is easy to attack but difficult to defend."

"Yes, so he will definitely continue to attack in the northeast direction. His target is likely to be Zhangjiakou."
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Second World War Commander Headquarters.

The phone rings.

"Hey!"

"Commander Yan, it's me."

Yan Laoxi's tone was very cheerful, and it was obvious that he was very happy to receive a call from Chu Yunfei: "It's Yunfei, what's the matter with you calling?"

After the two exchanged a few pleasantries.

Chu Yunfei got straight to the point and asked, "Commander Yan, have you received the news that the Chairman was attacked by the Japanese air force?"

Yan Laoxi's tone was slightly concerned and surprised: "Air raid? What happened? How is Jiang An's safety?"

Chu Yunfei then relayed the news he had received to Yan Laoxi.

"News about Commander Li? It seems like something really happened. Yun Fei, what are you going to do?"

"We will take advantage of this opportunity to launch military operations against Yanggao and Tianzhen, aiming to strike and severely damage the Japanese invaders' effective forces and find an opportunity to annihilate the enemy's main force."

"It's just that this counterattack is of great importance. If everything goes well, we can try to attack and drive the Japanese troops out of Shanxi."

"Retake Zhangjiakou and Nankou and control the entire Shanxi province."

"Once the mission is successful, the Japanese army will no longer have the energy to continue invading our northwest region."

"I need your support, Commander Yan."

"Yun Fei, there are reasons why an old man like me stopped the counterattack."

"The ammunition and artillery shells in the entire war zone are now in serious shortage."

"If the scale of the battle exceeds expectations, or even lasts for more than a month, we will no longer be able to supply the troops. By then, problems will surely arise on all fronts. Once the Japanese army notices this, they will pounce on us like hungry wolves."

Yan Laoxi's words were tactful, but his views were indeed very clear.

In his opinion, if we continue to maintain a defensive position, accumulate weapons and ammunition, and arm the troops.

Under the command of a famous coach like Chu Yunfei.

It's impossible for the Japanese to get an advantage.

And if we take the risk and take advantage of this opportunity, we can continue to expand our victory.

There is a high possibility that the war will get out of control.

If other problems arise by then, the Japanese army will attack again.

It will inevitably cause great suffering and even greater consequences.

Chu Yunfei is planning to take over the entire Northwest and the entire North China.

As usual, Old Man Yan was only thinking about his own little piece of land.

"Commander Yan, please trust Yunfei. The situation will change dramatically within half a month. Yunfei is also determined and confident to end this round of battle within half a month."

Yan Laoxi was silent for a moment before the call: "Yun Fei, you are my proudest subordinate and the younger generation I look forward to the most. I, an old man, am willing to trust you unconditionally. I will order the command of all troops to be transferred to you. In this battle, we must show the prestige of us Shanxi people and Chinese people!"

"Yes, Commander Yan, please wait for good news!"
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Liuzhou, venue.

Zhu Peiji, who was wearing a Zhongshan suit, whispered a few words in his ear.

Chang Ruiyuan's face changed immediately. He interrupted the summary meeting and walked out of the meeting room.

Zhang Wenbai was standing outside the conference room, waiting anxiously.

Chang Ruiyuan did not shy away from asking, "Wen Bai, why did Yun Fei suddenly launch another attack?"

"Commissioner, when the Liuzhou Air Defense Command reported the news, I don't know why Chu Yunfei also received the news."

"What news?" Chang Ruiyuan realized that something was wrong: "I was bombed by the Japanese air raid."

Zhang Wenbai nodded silently: "Yes."

"So he, as a student, is seeking revenge for me, the principal?"

Zhang Wenbai: “.”

Chang Ruiyuan said to himself: "I can understand his feelings as a student, but if you want to deal with the Japanese, you need to have at least long-term preparation and a strict battle plan. Wouldn't it be a disadvantage to launch a counterattack rashly like this?"

"Wenbai, go send a telegram to Yunfei and tell him that I'm actually fine."

Zhang Wenbai shook his head and said, "Chairman, at least not before the meeting is over. We cannot transmit information to the outside world, otherwise it is very likely to be monitored by Japanese spies."

Once you are monitored, there is no need to think about what will happen.

The Japs would never give up the opportunity to continue bombing.

Chang Ruiyuan raised his eyebrows and cursed: "What is the military control for?"

Zhang Wenbai added in a low voice: "In addition to Chu Yunfei's troops actively launching offensive operations, Fan Hanjie's troops of the 27th Army and Song Xilian's troops of the 71st Army are also actively conducting offensive operations at this time. The entire Second War Zone seems to be actively fighting."

Just when Chang Ruiyuan was feeling a little confused.

Zhang Wenbai added: "In addition, the Third War Zone is also actively carrying out offensive operations. According to the counterattack plan set by you some time ago, they plan to cut off the Yangtze River!"

Only then did Chang Ruiyuan breathe a sigh of relief.

He was indeed worried that Yan Laoxi might do something strange at this time.

I had originally thought of sending someone to telegraph Chu Yunfei to let him know that I was safe.

Now it seems.

It is also necessary to block the news.

Who is truly resisting the Japanese and who is pretending to be resisting the Japanese?

Who supports the leader and who is the treacherous minister?

It won't take long.

Chang Ruiyuan can clearly see the "true face" of some people!
(End of this chapter)