Bright sword!I am the head of Shanxi Northwest Wolf Warriors

Chapter 173 Pursuit
Takeshita Fengyi successfully captured the Eighth Route Army position on the south bank of the Muma River.

Neiji Okamura received the news and urgently called an emergency regular meeting of officers above Taiyuan Castle.

Neiji Okamura and Yoshio Shinozuka attended the meeting.

headquarters.

Neiji Okamura looked at the people present and said in a flat tone: "Dear colleagues, the Communications Department has just received an emergency battle report from the front line.

The troops led by Takeshita have successfully captured the Eighth Route Army's heavily defended position on the south bank of the Muma River, and they can attack Wuyi County, where the Eighth Route Army is stationed, at any time.

According to the report sent back from the front line, the Eighth Route Army basically deployed its heavy troops in the position on the south bank of the Muma River. Our army and the Eighth Route Army fought bloody battles in the Muma River position for four days and nights, and successfully wiped out most of the main forces of the Eighth Route Army in the Muma River position. , but the battle damage of our army is also very serious.

Of the 28 imperial soldiers dispatched, less than 000 are able to continue fighting. Today I called everyone here to discuss whether to continue to increase troops to Takeshita Fengichi's H Division, and whether to restore northern Shanxi in one fell swoop. Wuyi County in the region, you can put forward any constructive opinions. "

Major General Yamashita Kaitake, head of the Sixth Independent Security Brigade, said, "General Okamura, we don't know much about the situation on the front line now. Our army lost more than 16 people. How many people did the Eighth Route Army lose in total?

Did the Eighth Route Army set up a line of defense between the south bank of the Muma River and Wuyi County?How many troops did the Eighth Route Army station in Wuyi County?We don't know these issues yet, so how can we put forward constructive opinions. "

"According to the battle report from the front line, our main enemy now is most of the main force of the 385th Brigade of the Eighth Route Army and the entire main force of the Huben Regiment led by Zhao Xin, the former head of the Wolf Regiment of the Eighth Route Army and now the head of the Huben Regiment of the Eighth Route Army.

Our army lost a total of more than 16 troops, and the Eighth Route Army lost about 000 people on the south bank of the Muma River. There is no important natural danger between the south bank of the Muma River and the county seat of Wuyi County. The Eighth Route Army simply arranged a few roads The line of defense, their real main force is still huddled in the county seat of Wuyi County.

According to our internal information, the Eighth Route Army still has about 12 troops in Wuyi County. If we want to get back the lost Wuyi County and Shantai County, the 000 soldiers on the front line will definitely not be enough. We have to mobilize at least [-] troops to support. "

Most of the information Okamura Ningji has now was reported by Takeshita Hokichi at the front line, and very few of them were sent back to Taiyuan City by spies sent by Japan.

Neiji Okamura and Yoshio Shinozuka believed in the record that the imperial soldiers lost more than 16 people and the Eighth Route Army lost more than 000 people.

Takeshita Hokichi is also the head of the lieutenant general's division at any rate, and it would be embarrassing to have such a record. If he still lied about the record under such circumstances, then Takeshita Hokichi's record would be shameful.

Neither Okamura Ningji nor Shinozuka Yoshio believed that the Imperial Japanese soldiers would be so useless.

Yamashita Huiwu continued: "General Gangcun, you said that you will mobilize [-] troops to support the front line, but where will the [-] imperial troops come from?
Now all the troops that can be mobilized in the northern Shanxi area have been mobilized, and more than half of the troops that can be mobilized in the southeastern Shanxi area have been mobilized. Only the troops in the southern Shanxi area have not been mobilized yet, but we want to mobilize the troops in the southern Shanxi area to support the northern Shanxi area. , it is obvious that the distant water cannot quench the near thirst.

We can't mobilize the last mobile forces stationed in Taiyuan, right? Even if all the mobile forces stationed in Taiyuan are transferred to the front line, we can't afford [-] imperial troops. "

The Japanese army lost more than 4 troops in Shanxi. If it weren’t for the commander of the North China Dispatch Army Tada Hayao who supported nearly 2 people in two complete divisions in Shanxi, plus nearly 2 people in three garrison brigades, the Japanese army is now in Shanxi. China's army will never exceed [-] people.

Okamura Ningji said: "Two infantry brigades were drawn from Taiyuan, and two infantry regiments were drawn from the Tojo Division to gather 1 people to support the frontline battlefield in Wuyi County."

"General Okamura, I don't think it's appropriate to withdraw two infantry brigades from Taiyuan City and two infantry regiments from the Tojo Division."

Yamashita Huiwu analyzed: "We only have four infantry brigades left in Taiyuan City, and if we deploy two more infantry brigades, how can we ensure the safety of Taiyuan City? You must know that Taiyuan City is the center of the entire Shanxi. If it is too empty, the Eighth Route Army will inevitably mobilize troops to recover Taiyuan City. If Taiyuan City is recovered by the Eighth Route Army, it will be a shame to our entire Shanxi First Army.

The Dongtiao Division is an important force for defending against the Eighth Route Army in Northwest Shanxi. It easily removed the two regiments of the Totiao Division. The Eighth Route Army in Northwest Shanxi will be extremely difficult.

It is so desperate to occupy Wuyi County and Shantai County, and we have to send heavy troops to defend the two counties. I think it is not worth it. "

"As a Class A division, the Dongtiao Division is more than enough to defend against the Eighth Route Army in Northwest Shanxi even if it lacks two infantry regiments. It cannot defend against the Eighth Route Army in Northwest Shanxi based on its inherent offensive. The head of the division can completely suspend himself to thank the emperor."

Okamura Ningji said: "Taiyuan City is a huge fortified city. As long as we shrink the surrounding forces back and have two infantry brigades to defend Taiyuan City, even if the Eighth Route Army dispatches tens of thousands of troops, it is impossible to take Taiyuan. city.

It is my decision to transfer the two infantry brigades from Taiyuan City and the two infantry regiments from the Tojo Division at the same time. You don't need to express your opinions on this matter.

Now what I want everyone to discuss is how to successfully eliminate the Eighth Route Army in Wuyi County. As long as we can wipe out the main force of the Eighth Route Army in Wuyi County, it is worth paying a certain price.

Now the main forces of the Eighth Route Army in the northern Shanxi area are the 385th Brigade and the Huben Regiment. As long as we can completely wipe out these two main forces, there is nothing to worry about even if there are still some remaining Eighth Route Army in the northern Shanxi area.

At that time, we can withdraw it. What will most of the forces in the northern Shanxi area, the southern Shanxi area, and the southeast Shanxi area do to the northwestern area of ​​Shanxi?Eliminate the vital forces of the Eighth Route Army in the northwest of Shanxi, so as to completely restore the entire Shanxi to the rule of our empire. "

Shinozuka Yoshio echoed from the side: "I completely agree with Okamura's strategic plan. Now the main force of the Eighth Route Army has obviously been severely damaged by our Ninth Division of Takeshita Fengichi. If we can't take this opportunity The Eighth Route Army was wiped out in one fell swoop, and when the Eighth Route Army in the northern Shanxi area regains its strength, we will be even more passive in the northern Shanxi area."

Neiji Okamura and Yoshio Shinozuka stood on the same front, and the opposing opinions of some major general brigade leaders and some captains of the General Squadron present were not so important.

After all, the top two officers of the Japanese army stationed in Shanxi had already agreed to the battle plan, and even if other people had different opinions, they could only honestly hold them in their hearts.

Okamura Ningji discussed the troop increase plan, and after the meeting, he notified Takeshita Fengichi, head of the Ninth Division, of the troop increase plan.

Takeshita Fengichi knew about the plan to increase troops, and quickly called a meeting of his senior generals.

at the meeting.

When Watanabe Naoji and others learned about Okamura Ningji's conscription plan, they finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Although they reported that they eliminated more than 23 members of the Eighth Route Army, they eliminated less than 000 members of the Eighth Route Army that could be counted.

Everyone at the meeting knew the terrifying fighting power of the Eighth Route Army. With the remaining 12 of them alone, they wanted to attack Wuyi County and Shantai County controlled by the Eighth Route Army, and at the same time completely recover Wuyi County and Shantai County. This is a matter of fantasy.

Now that there is an increase in troops from Neiji Okamura, everyone at the meeting finally has some confidence.

Takeshita Hokichi was the first to speak: "Everyone, now that we have successfully captured the position on the south bank of the Muma River, General Okamura also agreed to give us an additional [-] troops.

Now, should we wait for our reinforcements from General Gangcun to arrive before attacking the Eighth Route Army stationed in the direction of Wuyi County, or directly attack the Eighth Route Army stationed in the direction of Wuyi County? Let’s discuss this matter. "

Watanabe was the first to make a suggestion.

"Mr. Takeshita, our army is exhausted now. We will continue to launch a fierce attack on the Eighth Route Army garrison in the direction of Wuyi County, and continue to penetrate deep into the hinterland controlled by the Eighth Route Army. It is difficult for our logistics force to guarantee our logistics supplies. I suggest waiting for our Reinforcements have arrived at our garrison, and we are launching an attack on the hinterland controlled by the Eighth Route Army."

"I disagree with Watanabe-kun's suggestion. I think we should attack the Eighth Route Army's hinterland immediately."

Hirata Saburo said: "I put forward this opinion from two considerations.

The first is that the heavy artillery of the Eighth Route Army is transferred to the rear. We quickly pursue the Eighth Route Army and have a chance to intercept the heavy artillery of the Eighth Route Army. As long as we intercept the heavy artillery of the Eighth Route Army, after our reinforcements arrive, attack the Eighth Route Army. It will be much easier.If we really have to wait until all the heavy artillery units of the Eighth Route Army return to Wuyi County, even if our reinforcements arrive, it will be very difficult for us to attack Wuyi County, which is heavily occupied by the Eighth Route Army.

The second is that our imperial soldiers are very exhausted after four days and nights of bloody battles. The soldiers of the Eighth Route Army have also experienced four days and nights of bloody battles. "

Murakami Lang said: "I also agree to pursue the Eighth Route Army now. The heavy artillery of the Eighth Route Army is too powerful. We must not wait for the heavy artillery of the Eighth Route Army to gain a foothold before attacking the Eighth Route Army's hinterland. Otherwise, we will pay ten times more at that time." Even a hundred times the price can completely defeat the Eighth Route Army.

At this time of chasing the Eighth Route Army, you can also call for the support of the Empire’s air power. At this time, the main force of the Eighth Route Army is moving. It is impossible for them to build up anti-aircraft firepower during the transfer. Great opportunity. "

Takeshita Bongichi seriously began to think about the opinions of the three captains!

The work of half a cup of tea.

Takeshita Koichi said solemnly: "Everyone, after careful consideration, I think we should pursue the Eighth Route Army now, and at the same time I will send a telegram to General Okamura, requesting General Okamura to support us with air firepower.

You go down immediately to integrate your troops, and I will give you half an hour to rest. After half an hour, Mr. Hirata, you lead your troops to pursue the Eighth Route Army first, and wipe out the fortifications set up by the Eighth Route Army. Mr. Murashita leads your troops to follow closely. After that, he will always support the troops led by Mr. Hirata on the front line.

Mr. Watanabe, lead your troops to the rear to protect our rear supplies. You must not allow the Eighth Route Army to cut off our supply lines, and at the same time do a good job of responding to the reinforcements sent to us by General Okamura.

We have only one goal, and that is to successfully fight under the county seat of Wuyi County before the reinforcements sent by General Okamura arrive, and force all the main forces of the Eighth Route Army into the county seat of Wuyi County. "

"Hi!" x3
Takeshita Fengichi said solemnly: "We achieved a disgraceful loss ratio in the battle on the south bank of the Muma River, because the Eighth Route Army has a favorable geographical advantage and has a large number of heavy artillery for support.

This time our army and the Eighth Route Army will have the first head-to-head confrontation. If you still have a shameful battle loss ratio of 1:5, I will personally send you all to the military court and let you accept the sanctions of the military court. Do you understand? ? "

Hirata Saburo said: "Don't worry, Chief Takeshita! If I play another 1:5 shameful battle loss ratio this time, I don't need Chief Takeshita to send me to a military court. I will directly fall on the battlefield of the frontline charge."

Murashita Lang also stated: "I have the same thoughts as Hirata-kun. If I can't defeat the Eighth Route Army this time, if I can't succeed in avenging my shame, I will also fall on the battlefield of the frontline charge. I will definitely not Disgrace to the officers of the Empire."

Naoyu Watanabe did not make a statement, because the troops he led were the rear troops, and even if he made a statement, he would not have the opportunity to fight the Eighth Route Army on the frontal battlefield.

Takeshita Hokichi patted Hirata Saburo's left shoulder with his left hand, and Murashita Nanami's right shoulder with his right hand.

"Two! I will leave the battle on the front line to you. Don't let me down, and don't let the empire down.

As long as you can win the frontal battle this time, I will personally ask General Okamura and you for credit. "

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I have finished expressing my combat attitude!

The three of Watanabe Naoyu went down to get ready, and Takeshita Kouichi was the only one left in the conference room.

Takeshita Fengyi ordered the correspondent to pass on his combat plan to Okamura Ningji in Taiyuan City, and at the same time asked Okamura Ningji for air power support.

Okamura Ningji received Takeshita Bongichi's combat plan, and immediately agreed with Takeshita Bongichi's combat plan. While sending Takeshita Bongichi's call back, Okamura Ningji sent two flying brigades to support Takeshita Bongichi.

(End of this chapter)