Chapter 179 Bloody Huaiyang Prelude
Historically, during the Korean War, the Chinese Volunteer Army and the Soviet Army repeatedly used old-fashioned biplanes to attack the US military at night, which made the US military quite troublesome. Although there were few casualties, it had a great impact on morale.
The US military has sent jet fighters to intercept them many times, but because the night was too dark and the small planes were flying too low (at least ten meters), it was almost impossible to intercept. On the contrary, two jets crashed out of control due to the low flight speed and low flight altitude during shooting.
The super************'s simple structure, easy to operate, and easy to maintain are also suitable for the current anti-Japanese battlefield. Yang Tianfeng really can't wait for a year and two years to train pilots.
"It's a pity that I can't use my hands to build these two planes and more super ********** with you." Yang Tianfeng shook his head with regret, "For the sake of the country, the nation, and the victory of the War of Resistance, you will have to work hard."
"Captain Yang is going to lead the army to fight again?" Yu Shaoan paused and said, "Don't worry, Chief Yang, we cannot go to the battlefield to kill the enemy, but we must do our best to make due contributions to the war of resistance. Since Chief Yang has already taken out the drawings and information, this is a foreign confidential technology, we will follow the map and follow the map to find the horse."
"Well, I believe in your abilities and enthusiasm." Yang Tianfeng pondered for a moment, turned to pilot Han Zhen, and said, "Your mission is to train pilots, not only small aircraft, but also this trainer aircraft. I think the work of assembling the aircraft will be completed in less than half a year. That is when you really show your skills. According to my calculations and estimates, the assembled aircraft still has an advantage in some performance and can fight against the Japanese aircraft."
A hint of enthusiasm flashed in Han Zhen's eyes, but then he returned to normal. He stood attentively and saluted, but simply answered the word "yes".
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In mid-July, the coal chemical plant built four coking furnaces, with a production capacity of ten tons of coal steamed per day, and can obtain 1,500 gallons of coal paste, 600 gallons of gasoline, 800 gallons of kerosene, 1,200 gallons of asphalt, and some other products per month.
The most important thing is that the coal chemical plant produced the activated carbon that Yang Tianfeng named and urgently needed. In addition to the inventory prepared with walnut shells, Yang Tianfeng immediately mobilized the people of the base area to make anti-virus masks filled with activated carbon as an emergency task before support.
A large number of anti-virus masks were made in thousands of families, and the Western Front troops were given priority. By early August, all the Guo Detachment (directly affiliated with the Guard Corps) and Jiang Detachment were distributed.
In the entire army, the expansion was basically completed, and the soldiers of each detachment reached 3700,800. After nearly two months of large-scale training and competitions, a group of outstanding officers and soldiers emerged, which also improved the combat effectiveness of the entire army.
In mid-August, Yang Tianfeng led his army to Luyi with another batch of anti-virus masks, a large number of weapons, equipment, and military supplies.
The reason why he wanted to be a commander is not that Yang Tianfeng felt that his command level was very high, but that the historical information in his mind was his greatest reliance. Only by personally commanding can he fully implement this cheating device, enable the troops to react as quickly as possible and minimize losses.
In the battle of Luyi, the Japanese army in Zhecheng suffered major losses and had to temporarily shrink and mobilize troops from other places to stabilize their defense. The Third Column took this opportunity to restore large areas of rural areas and infiltrate and develop westward according to Yang Tianfeng's guiding opinions, and approach Huaiyang from the east.
The Jiang Detachment, Guo Detachment, Zhou Tuan, and the four detachments that are already full and are training have gathered more than 12,000 people around Luyi.
At this time, the reorganized 1st Cavalry Division had already been stationed in the Huangpan area of Zhoukou to Jieshou, with its main force stationed in Xiangcheng, with its mission to defend the Japanese army in Huaiyang. The cavalry division often used light cavalry to continuously attack the Japanese army in Huaiyang, causing it to shrink into the city and dare not act rashly. Subsequently, Ma Bingzhong's troops of the Second Brigade directly crossed the river and entered the area of Baota Kongzhuang, and directly threatened Huaiyang to the south.
After Yang Tianfeng arrived in Luyi, he immediately arranged troops, and Zhou Tuan and the Fourth Detachment blocked the enemy in Zhecheng. The Jiang Detachment and a unit of artillery attacked Danchengji (now Dancheng County). The Guo Detachment was the general reserve team and wiped out six or seven hundred people from the puppet army's king and servants in one fell swoop, killed more than ten Japanese consultants, seized a large amount of military supplies, and opened the road to limit Huaiyang in the west.
At this point, the situation in history where the 1st cavalry division of the temporary cavalry battle alone in Huaiyang has now been strong, and the battle surrounding Huaiyang has begun.
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Lutai Town is more than 40 miles south of Dancheng and more than 60 miles away from Huaiyang County to the northwest. Over the past century, Lutai has been a famous market town and commercial center within a radius of dozens of miles. However, under the influence of the war, business was booming and merchants were everywhere.
A large mansion in the town is already on high alert, with soldiers carrying guns and live ammunition and looking serious.
The atmosphere in the lobby in the house was harmonious and easy-going, and the officers were chatting and laughing.
In the side hall, Liu Chen, the chief of staff of the Third Army, was in the middle, and the commander of the First Cavalry Division, Ma Biao and Yang Tianfeng, were accompanying each other, discussing military operations.
The first cavalry division proposed the intention to attack Huaiyang, and under the contact of Yang Tianfeng, a major battle was finally planned, which had exceeded the scope of Huaiyang. It should be said that it was a battle in eastern Henan.
"The First Cavalry Division is good at maneuvering, attacking and striking the infantry in the wilderness. The Huaiyang attack was handed over to the Third Column." Yang Tianfeng took the initiative and took over the most difficult task.
Liu Chen looked at Yang Tianfeng and smiled and said, "What kind of tricks does General Yang have to be able to win Huaiyang smart?"
"After learning from one's mistakes, the Japanese are not that stupid?" Yang Tianfeng shook his head with a wry smile and said, "But it's not a forced slap. There must be some other means."
Ma Biao has a straightforward personality and is a typical character of a man from the northwest. Although it was his first meeting with Yang Tianfeng, he had also heard of some of Yang Tianfeng's achievements. In particular, Yang Tianfeng has successively supported more than 50 Czech-made divisions, more than 30 60 mortars, more than 500 sorp guns, more than 10 steel fists, and more than 30 grenade launchers. Such a number of weapons have greatly enhanced the combat effectiveness of the cavalry division, even more than more than the weapons drawn by the National Government.
On the one hand, Yang Tianfeng took the initiative to take over the burden, which made Ma Biao admire him very much. You should know that Huaiyang is one of the main strongholds of the Japanese army, connecting two major areas of Shangqiu and Kaifeng. Once attacked, the Japanese army will mobilize various troops to ensure the city without losing.
Everyone knows that attacking Huaiyang will be a bloody battle and a fierce battle, especially for troops lacking heavy weapons.
"General Yang's troops are well-equipped and have practical experience in attacking Sucheng and attacking Kaifeng. Ma dared not compete with General Yang for merit." Ma Biao hesitated for a moment and said, "It's just that the Japanese army has strong firepower. It is probably not easy to capture when defending the city."
"What Commander Ma said is very true." Yang Tianfeng nodded in agreement and said, "When there are heavy enemies around Huaiyang to support, it is indeed inappropriate to attack, and major casualties are inevitable. So, my brothers have formulated a plan and ask the two to consult together to discuss." As he said that, he spread several documents on the table.
Liu Chen seemed to have become accustomed to Yang Tianfeng's approach. He smiled faintly, gave a humble moment, and then picked it up and looked around. After reading it, he probably didn't express his opinion and handed it over to Ma Biao again.
It is indeed difficult to overcome the tough problems. Even though Yang Tianfeng does have some tricks and methods, he still wants to avoid them as much as possible. Therefore, his combat plan is to make a fuss about Huaiyang. Since Huaiyang is important, when it is besieged, the Japanese army outside will definitely reinforce, and the conditions for surrounding the points and attacking the aid are mature.
Ma Biao has read the plan and thought it was very good. At least Yang Tianfeng placed his troops under Huaiyang City, and even connected the defense pagoda and Kongzhuang positions. Whether it was feint attack, siege and defense, it was the most difficult task. The First Cavalry Division had to divide two troops, one ambush the Japanese army in Shangqiu, and the other waited for an opportunity to cooperate with the Third Army to attack the reinforcements of the Japanese army in Kaifeng.
"Shangqiu is stationed in the Fourth Cavalry Brigade of the Japanese Army. The maximum reinforcements that can be sent shall not exceed 1,000, or there will be two or three thousand puppet troops." Yang Tianfeng pointed on the map and said, "As long as the First Cavalry Division sends a brigade, plus more than 3,000 infantry in our unit, you will be sure to win."
"Kaifeng is more troublesome." Seeing the two nodding, Yang Tianfeng continued: "There are tanks, armored vehicles, heavy artillery, and hundreds of cars. The troops should be around 2,000 people, which requires the Third Army to send troops to help."
"The victory of Kaifeng attack has a great impact on the deployment of the Japanese army's troops." Liu Chen nodded in agreement, "At least a thousand people must be left to defend the city, and only 1,5600 people can come out to help. If you are in the wild, one division, plus two brigades of the First Cavalry Division, should be enough to resist."
"Chief Liu made a precise judgment." Yang Tianfeng praised and said: "This is how brothers think. There is no need for strong blocking, but instead retreat while blocking, let the enemy go to the surrounding area of Huaiyang, and then encircle and eliminate..."
What Yang Tianfeng talked about is the tactic of retreating and decisive battle. He has a great appetite and not only wants to defeat, but also strive for complete annihilation.
"This style of playing--" Liu Chen cautiously did not express his opinion.
"General Yang's idea is very strange." Ma Biao also said goodbye.
Yang Tianfeng smiled slightly and said, "Both have fought with the Japanese army, and the Nanchang Battle has not long ended. We should have a good understanding of the Japanese army's combat characteristics. The Japanese army is very determined to carry out combat missions, and often it seems rigid and rigid. It is not only to reinforce Huaiyang, but also to seize the time. How could it be delayed on the road? Its persistence in terrain targets also prevents the Japanese army from pursuing the obstacles and expands the results of the battle. Of course, if the two are worried, they can also take some preventive measures to make the Japanese army unable to make good efforts."
Chapter completed!