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"Let's go to He County!"

Li Yunlong shouted at the top of his lungs; he couldn't wait any longer!

Others chimed in:

"The brigade commander's analysis is correct! We'll take He County!"

"Let's practice in He County first!"

"Commander, please issue the order quickly!"

……

Seeing that no one objected, the brigade commander nodded and continued, "With the objective set, the next step is specific combat preparations!"

"First, deploy the entire reconnaissance company! I need a detailed map of the county's defenses within two days! The Japanese barracks, command posts, ammunition depots, supply depots... everything must be clearly marked!"

"Second, the operations staff must immediately formulate a detailed attack route based on reconnaissance intelligence. The tank assault path, the infantry follow-up route, and the artillery fire preparation area must be clearly defined down to every intersection and every building!"

"Third, logistical support must keep up! Ammunition, fuel, food, and first-aid supplies should be stockpiled and distributed according to the standards for a high-intensity offensive battle!"

"Fourth, communications must be absolutely unimpeded! A reliable communication network must be established between all units, and between the front and rear lines..."

"fifth……"

The brigade commander arranged everything meticulously, down to the smallest detail.

Finally, the brigade commander, his gaze sharp, looked at every officer present: "Comrades, although we possess unprecedentedly powerful weapons, we must not become complacent!"

"A Japanese regiment isn't made of clay; even cornered dogs will jump over walls!"

"We must leverage our equipment advantages, and even more importantly, we must perfect our preparations to achieve the greatest victory with the least cost! Understand?"

"Understood!" the crowd shouted in unison, their voices shaking the roof tiles.

"Alright! Go your separate ways!" The brigade commander waved his hand.

Once the order was given, the entire independent regiment sprang into action!

Shen Wang wasn't idle either; his task was simple: to teach them how to fire cannons!

Master the 99A attack system within two days!

. . .

Time flies.

Three days later, a thick stack of detailed operational plans was placed on the table in front of the brigade commander.

On the map, the attack routes, firepower configurations, and reserve positions of each company and platoon are clearly marked.

The brigade commander, Li Yunlong, Zhao Gang, and others sat around the table, conducting the final simulation.

"The reconnaissance company reports that the Japanese regimental headquarters is located in the former county government office in the city, with barracks divided into east and west sections, and supply depots in the south of the city..."

"The 14 tank detachments split into two groups, taking advantage of night vision, and rushed straight to the eastern and western barracks and the regimental headquarters, directly destroying their command center and assembly capabilities!" Zhao Gang added.

"The 107mm rocket artillery company has set up positions outside the city. Once the tanks succeed, they will immediately launch a comprehensive attack on the remaining firing points on the city wall and any possible reinforcement routes!"

"Air defense battalions deployed on the high ground, monitoring the skies!"

……

The offensive plan was repeatedly rehearsed.

Finally, the brigade commander slammed his fist heavily on the table.

"The plan is meticulous and feasible! Pass on my orders: move out precisely at midnight tonight! Operation codename—Thunder!"

"The entire regiment is immediately placed on Level One combat readiness!"

The order was issued, and the atmosphere in the entire Yang Village instantly became extremely tense.

Kong Jie and Ding Wei had already returned to their respective defense zones as planned, responsible for blocking any Japanese reinforcements that might come from other directions and supporting the Independent Regiment's operations.

Taking down a county is just the beginning; no one knows what chain reaction it will bring.

Be prepared for a fierce counterattack from the Japanese!

Soon, night fell.

However, at this time, there was no sign of sleepiness at the Independent Regiment's camp.

The soldiers, full of energy and with sharp eyes, quickly assembled under the moonlight and the glow of scattered lights.

Looking around, this is a team that has undergone a complete transformation!

Most of the soldiers held brand-new, gleaming Type 56 assault rifles, and their magazine pouches were bulging.

The machine gunners carried their heavy Type 56 squad automatic weapons, their faces filled with murderous intent.

Some soldiers also carried American-made 60mm or German-made 81mm mortars and formed artillery teams.

The most eye-catching was the rocket company, which was composed of 50 sharpshooters carefully selected from the entire regiment!

Each person carries a 40-fire weapon on their shoulder!

Just standing there, his aura was simply overwhelming!

The brigade commander, Li Yunlong, Zhao Gang and others stood at the front of the formation, looking at the transformed team in front of them, and were filled with pride!

This doesn't even include the 14 Type 99A tanks!

In his spare time these past few days, Shen Wang also mentioned that he would bring more other weapons later, but he estimated that these would be all the 99A weapons he had.

Unless he draws it again, Shen Wang will not exchange for 99A; it's too expensive!

Of course, Shen Wang also indicated that there might be other tanks, but their performance would be significantly inferior to the Type 99A.

Therefore, these 14 Type 99A tanks cannot be counted in the regular combat force.

Even disregarding the 99A, the sight of these soldiers wielding the Type 56 assault rifle, the Type 56 squad, the Type 60 mortar, the Type 81 mortar, and the Type 40 firearm is absolutely terrifying.

Let alone the Japanese Class A units, we would dare to provoke even Little Mustache's Central Army Group!

"Comrades!"

The brigade commander walked to the front of the troops and gave a final pre-battle pep talk.

"Tonight, our target is He County..."

"We will use our guns to tell the Japanese devils—Chinese land is not something they can come and occupy as they please!"

"Let's use the blood of the Japanese devils to commemorate our fallen compatriots!"

"Let's use a resounding victory to tell the people of the whole country that the Eighth Route Army has the ability to defend our homeland!"

"Comrades! Do you have confidence?"

"have!!!"

"have!!!"

"have!!!"

……

The Independent Regiment was already incredibly enthusiastic under Li Yunlong's leadership, and after the brigade commander's mobilization, they were practically on fire!

"good!"

The brigade commander suddenly swung his hand forward.

"All troops, proceed as planned!"

"Boom—!!"

Fourteen Type 99A main battle tanks were the first to move out!

Following closely behind were dozens of transport vehicles loaded with infantry and ammunition.

This transport vehicle was naturally redeemed by Shen Wang, as his military merit points are now practically nonexistent.

Fortunately, after tonight, a great harvest of military merits is bound to come!

At that moment, Shen Wang was sitting in the lead 99A car.

Originally, the brigade commander was firmly against Shen Wang personally leading the charge on the front lines, but Shen Wang had to go to great lengths to persuade the brigade commander.

Actually, sitting in 99A is safer than anywhere else!

The convoy sped through the night, the roar of the engines particularly jarring in the dark mountains.

Soon, the group arrived at the foot of He County.

The city gates were tightly closed.

There was about a small squad of Japanese soldiers stationed in front of the city gate.

At this moment, all the Japanese soldiers were completely dumbfounded!

Shen Wang could see everything clearly through the night vision goggles!

Confused?

Being completely bewildered is perfectly normal!

99A's night raids are unbearable!

Immediately afterward, Shen Wang picked up the walkie-talkie and said, "Commander Li, it's your turn!"

On the other end of the walkie-talkie, although Li Yunlong didn't know why Shen Wang had chosen such an odd slogan, he still followed the agreement, gathered his energy, and roared:

"fire--!!!"