Chapter 148 The Red Army of Northern Shaanxi (Month)
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With the arrival of the column cavalry brigade, many commanders and fighters of the northern Shaanxi Red Army who were worried about the anti-counterfeiting and even opposed the stance seemed to breathe a sigh of relief. However, some people began to seem a little worried.
He Zhengdao did not pay much attention to the complex situations in the Shaanxi-North Red Army. For him, ensuring the stability of the Shaanxi-North Red Army is what he needs to do now. Everything else will be discussed after the central government enters.
Looking at the founder of the Northern Shaanxi Red Army who seemed to breathe a sigh of relief, He Zhengdao said politely: "Chief Liu, the Party Central Committee has learned that the current situation in the Northern Shaanxi Red Army is asked to come here as a special envoy.
I have told Secretary Zhu before that before the headquarters leader arrives, the sealing of actions and information about this review will be suspended. As for Chief Liu, you can also move freely for the time being and wait for the subsequent arrival of the headquarters.
In this matter, I think you, as the founder of the Shaanxi Red Army, should have a clear idea. Later, I will release all the people who are still in detention first. The subsequent matters will be handed over to the headquarters for handling.
At least I believe that Commander Liu doesn’t want to see that the current situation of the Red Army in northern Shaanxi is destroyed by the selfishness of a small number of people. I even hope that when the main force of our column arrives, Commander Liu can follow our column to march into Yan'an."
Listening to He Zhengdao's words, Liu Zhidan also said politely: "Thank you for your concern in the Party Central Committee. I also believe that there will always be a day when the truth will be revealed about me. But I didn't expect that you would come so quickly.
During this period, because I was quarantined and reviewed, I was not very clear about the information on the direction of Yan'an. Before I was scrutinized, Yan'an City had two divisions stationed by the Northeast Army. It would be a big problem to capture them, right?"
Seeing that Liu Zhidan was so casual about the matter of being investigated, he let it go. Some of the others who had previously suspected Liu Zhidan were also a little ashamed. But they all knew that once the central government arrived, they would be the ones to be investigated.
If during this anti-counterfeiting, people who were wrongly killed were found to be found. Then the persons responsible for investigation and execution would be punished accordingly. It can be said that these people are the most worried at this time.
Faced with Liu Zhidan's suspicion, He Zhengdao smiled and said, "Oh, I forgot to tell Commander Liu before, the current strength of our Central Red Army. Of course, there is also my column organization. After listening, Commander Liu may not doubt it.
The predecessor of the column was the defender regiment, which was formed by me. Most of the members were the backbone of the Red Army who broke through or were captured earlier. After being rescued, they chased the main force all the way.
The first time the main force gathered, in order to respond to the main force's breakthrough, we were expanded into divisions. We acted as the main forward and marched into Guiyang. Even when the main force left Guizhou, we acted as the main defender."
At this moment, Yang Qi, who had previously led the cavalry brigade, suddenly said in surprise: "Commander He, did your army almost capture Jiang Jieshi alive in Guiyang? I heard someone mention this a while ago, and I thought it was fake!"
As soon as these words were said, the senior executives in northern Shaanxi in the room were stunned. On the other hand, He Zhengdao smiled and said, "It's a bit too exaggerated to capture it alive! In order to attract the attention of the encirclement and suppression troops, we did surround Guiyang City.
At that time, Chiang Kai-shek did happen to be supervising the battle in Guiyang. We were blocked in Guiyang City. It was precisely because of this that other troops surrounded and suppressed the army, so they rushed to Guiyang desperately, creating opportunities for the main force to break through successfully.
As for capturing alive, let alone our division did not have the combat power at that time. Even if we really had the combat power, we probably couldn't catch him. You all should know that Chiang Kai-shek was protected by the air force when he was traveling!
If we were really capable of attacking Guiyang City, he probably took a special plane to fly away before our large army entered the city. The reason why he refused to leave at that time was probably because he thought he had escaped without even entering our city. It was a bit embarrassing!"
But even so, Liu Zhidan still sighed that the young column commander in front of him seemed to be not related to the household, but had real military achievements. This also shows that the young man in front of him was probably not simple!
Most importantly, when the Central Committee learned that the Red Army in northern Shaanxi had a crisis, it appointed such a young He Zhengdao as the special commissioner. In a sense, He Zhengdao was also very trusted by the heads of the headquarters.
When Liu Zhidan heard that the column now had four main divisions, one cavalry brigade and one recruit brigade, and the force had reached more than 60,000, he also felt incredible. The expansion speed of this unit was so fast!
It was just when He Zhengdao told him that the scale of the Central Red Army in various places was sweeping over 130,000 people. Not to mention Liu Zhidan, everyone present felt excited.
After all, the Central Red Army, which has reached this number of troops, not to mention the Northwest, even in the Northwest, is afraid that no one dares to provoke easily. With such a central government as their backer, their backs can be even more straightforward.
‘Okay! I heard that the Red Front Army was almost wiped out in the Xiangjiang River when I heard that the First Front Army had come out of the Soviet area, and I was worried about the Central Committee. Later, because I was busy with anti-encirclement and suppression, and our intelligence collection was a bit lagging, I never received any news from the Central Committee.
Now that I hear that you have been fighting all the way and have grown to such a scale, I can finally feel at ease. With so many armies, we can also make a great situation for the Red Army here!’
‘Yes! I believe that after the headquarters moves to northern Shaanxi, both you and us will do something. For this reason, I hope Chief Liu and Secretary Zhu will be more worried about welcoming the head of the headquarters.
As for the matter of Yan'an City, I believe that a conclusion will be drawn soon after my main force arrives. I also believe that for the Northeast Army that supports the anti-Japanese war, as long as they are not stupid, they know that they cannot be worthy of us.'
When they said these words with a smile, the review cadres who were released one after another also met He Zhengdao one by one. These people had no objection to He Zhengdao's decision not to resume their positions and work for the time being.
At least with He Zhengdao's arrival, they didn't have to worry about being unjustly killed. That night, He Zhengdao invited Liu Zhidan and others to the column cavalry brigade to rest. Seeing this huge cavalry brigade, these people were shocked.
The matter was resolved smoothly, and He Zhengdao also reported the situation to the headquarters in time. He even asked Zhu Lizhi and others to report some matters about the Shaanxi-North Korean Red Army to the Central Committee. The radio station was also left at the command center of the Shaanxi-North Korean Red Army.
As a central commissioner, He Zhengdao's approach of stabilizing the situation and not protecting either side still made many people feel relieved. This is still very helpful for stabilizing the current situation.
But that night, He Zhengdao still talked to Liu Zhidan and asked him to report on the anti-counterfeiting. This report material will be transferred to the headquarters at that time. The allegations against him will be determined by the central government at that time.
At least in He Zhengdao's opinion, Liu Zhidan in front of him is still trustworthy. Under such arduous conditions, it is actually very difficult to create such a situation today.
The next day, He Zhengdao did not inspect the troops or do whatever they did as others imagined. Instead, he seemed very leisurely, leading the troops to do things for the people's homes, sweeping the floor and picking up water.
This approach also made many people in the base areas feel very surprised and happy. On the other hand, the Red Army in northern Shaanxi also feels that the central commissioner seems to be really unique.
If he had no official airs, when talking about the anti-counterfeiting yesterday, even if an old revolutionary like Zhu Lizhi could feel the undeniable attitude in He Zhengdao's words. This also shows that He Zhengdao still has the majesty of the superiors.
But when facing these ordinary people and ordinary soldiers, he seemed very friendly. If no one said it, no one would believe it. Young people who chatted with them, and even talked and laughed, would be the commander of the Red Army's column.
Two days later, He Zhengdao probably looked at the areas controlled by the Red Army in northern Shaanxi. He also had a certain understanding of the current strength of the Red Army in northern Shaanxi. Overall, the situation is still relatively optimistic.
At least in He Zhengdao's view, although the Red Army in northern Shaanxi was backward, many troops were still using big swords and spears. However, the spirit of the commanders and fighters and their confidence in the revolution were still worthy of recognition.
This also shows that Liu Zhidan has done a very good job in the ideological education of the army. This also made him feel that if this army is integrated, it may be an elite unit of the Red Army.
Based on what he learned and Liu Zhidan reported, He Zhengdao sent a telegram to the headquarters again. At the same time, he also sent a request to the headquarters, hoping that the headquarters would agree to transfer a batch of weapons to the northern Shaanxi Red Army.
Regarding such a request, Zhou Enlai, who received the telegram, also smiled and said, "Old Mao, our Commander He is really a generous person! If these thousands of guns are fired, those comrades in northern Shaanxi will be happy."
‘It’s all our own team, so it’s okay to be generous. Compared to other legions, we seized a little weapon and were ready to expand the troops. The column is doing quite well in this regard.
Although some people say that the column has too many material reserves, but put it in mind, the column has done a good job. If you want to change to other legion commanders, you probably won’t be willing to pay so many things at once!’
As the column's strength continues to expand, there are indeed voices of jealousy from the column. Mao Taizu was undoubtedly very angry about this kind of rumors. But he also knew that it was a mediocre person not to be jealous of others!
Chapter completed!