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Chapter 295 Each one’s strategy (please subscribe)

In Pingyang City, in the headquarters of the First Army.

Yoshio Shinozuka slowly opened his eyes, moved his body, and came to the map with his glasses on.

After making adjustments himself, Yoshio Shinozuka believed that the situation in the battle at Nakatiao Mountain would not change much, so he went to rest.

In his opinion, his deployment was so seamless that the defenders of Zhongtiao Mountain could not crack it. It was only a matter of time before they were completely annihilated.

However, as soon as he came to the map, a message from Qing Shui, the commander of the 41st Division, was sent.

Chief of Staff Hua Guzheng walked over quickly with the telegram and made a quick report.

After hearing the report, Yoshio Shinozuka couldn't help but widen his eyes with an expression of disbelief.

"So many troops appeared in the Jiangcheng area. Where did these troops come from?"

"The 41st Division and the Independent Mixed Ninth Brigade have a total of [-] troops, but they have been fighting for so many days without making any progress."

"So far, they have allowed the enemy troops to besiege Jiangcheng, these two idiots, Shimizu Nouriki and Ikegami Kenkichi!"

"The second lesson immediately investigated and cleared the numbers of troops near the Jiangcheng area, and at the same time quickly established contact with various ministries and asked them about their combat status."

"The First Flying Group and the Third Flying Group are on standby immediately and be ready for bombing."

Yoshio Shinozuka frowned, his expression serious.

The 41st Division and the 2th Independent Mixed Brigade had [-] troops participating in the battle, and they were also equipped with tanks and armored vehicles.

Originally, according to the drafted combat plan, they needed to make a breakthrough quickly to cut off the connection between the 14th and [-]th Group Armies.

However, they failed to complete the combat mission, and finally captured Yuanqu City with the assistance of the 21st Division.

However, they have not been able to deal with the troops here in Shunwangping. The First Army arranged for them to assemble the main force to attack.

But in just one night, such a change occurred, which Yoshio Shinozuka never expected.

The staff of the first and second classes began to get busy. Under the leadership of the Chief, they quickly contacted all parties.

The first lesson asked about the current combat situation of each department, and the second lesson mainly investigated the designation of the troops in the Jiangcheng area.

Yoshio Shinozuka looked at the map, his eyes gradually showing a worried expression.

After all, if the troops here in Jiangcheng suffered a devastating blow, the consequences would be unimaginable.

Maybe they will end in a disastrous defeat in this Zhongtiaoshan battle.

Ten minutes later, the first section chief quickly came back to give a report.

He has already received the telegrams from various ministries one after another, and on the whole, the various ministries participating in the war are still carrying out combat operations according to the plan.

The 36th Division, the 37th Division, and the 16th Brigade were independently mixed into Pinglu City in the west of Zhongtiao Mountain to encircle and annihilate the 14rd, 80th, and [-]th Army.

They continue to fight fiercely here, but these three armies have no way out, so the defense is very tenacious.

The battle to annihilate the little devils was also very difficult, and they could not end the battle quickly in a short period of time.

The 21st Division, the 35th Division, the 20th Division, the 21st Division, the 24th Division of the Royal Association Army and other units.

They gathered at the closed gate in the east of Zhongtiao Mountain. They had a lot of troops here and tried their best to surround and annihilate the Ninth Army troops.

After continuous fighting, they also achieved some results, but it also took them a certain amount of time to complete the annihilation operation.

As for the 33rd Division and the 14th Cavalry Brigade, they attacked the 15th Army, 93rd Army, and 98th Army of the [-]th Group Army with all their strength.

There are constant battles between the two sides, but the little devils have not made much progress here.

The overall strength of the three armies of the 14th Group Army is not too weak, and their positions are very intact.

It is difficult for troops such as the 33rd Division to break through their positions in the shortest possible time.

While the colonel and staff reported in the first lesson, the staff quickly marked on the map.

After reading the mark, Yoshio Shinozuka showed a thoughtful expression on his face.

Originally, the Japanese army was fully prepared and wanted to quickly carry out annihilation operations after disintegrating the defenders.

Here in the west of Zhongtiao Mountain, they did the same.

However, because Chen Ziyun commanded the troops to quickly open up the communication between various ministries, he quickly gathered the defeated troops.

The Japanese army's battle in Zhongtiao Mountain gradually became very difficult, and they were fighting a tough battle.

Their long preparations were completely meaningless.

Yoshio Shinozuka couldn't help but take a deep breath. He knew that he had to think of a response strategy.

Otherwise, even if they can win this Zhongtiao Mountain battle, they will still pay heavy casualties.

It is even possible that this battle will gradually evolve into stealing the chicken but losing the rice!

"Your Excellency, Commander, we are in urgent contact with all parties and have identified the troops participating in the battle in Jiangcheng area."

"Currently those encircling and annihilating the 41st Division and other troops are the 17th Army of the Zhongtiao Mountain garrison, the 43rd Army, the Eighth Route Independent Detachment, and the Glory First Division."

"They assembled more than 4 troops and actively launched a siege on Jiangcheng. We have an absolute disadvantage in terms of strength here, so we are very passive."

"According to information provided by insiders, these troops formed the so-called Zhongtiao Mountain Attack Corps, which was specifically responsible for besieging Jiangcheng."

"Judging from their strength, the Jiangcheng 41st Division and other troops are indeed in greater danger."

Soon, the captain of the second section also rushed over to give a report.

The little devil's intelligence agency is still very powerful. In a short period of time, they quickly learned about the situation of the Zhongtiao Mountain Attack Corps.

They even got the latest news, that is, the First Theater Command ordered the 27th Army in Lingchuan to quickly go south to join the war.

The 27th Army is currently heading south quickly, preparing to advance towards the closed gate to support the Ninth Army in combat.

Yoshio Shinozuka looked at the map and took a deep breath.

"Chen Ziyun, this Chen Ziyun has completely disrupted our overall combat plan."

"All our advantages seemed to be gone in an instant."

"He is simply too terrifying. He will definitely be involved in the battles in the Jiangcheng area."

"The 21st Division failed to annihilate them in Yuanqu City and should report quickly."

"Convey the combat orders from the Army Headquarters. From now on, all ministries will pay close attention to Chen Ziyun's developments."

"No matter where he goes, he will report immediately."

Yoshio Shinozuka said with a cold face and a cold tone.

"Hi, Your Excellency, Commander." Chief of Staff Hanatani agreed. He immediately contacted various ministries and conveyed the order.

Yoshio Shinozuka took a deep breath, looked at the map, and frowned tightly.

The nearby staff officers quickly put forward different suggestions based on the current combat situation.

Some advocated that the 27th Division immediately stop attacking the Glory First Division and rush to support the Jiangcheng battle.

Some suggested that the 27th Division should take the opportunity to storm Zijin Mountain, so as to seize the high ground and take the initiative in combat.

Some also proposed to temporarily stop the attack on the 14th Group Army, and the 33rd Division and other units to fully advance to Jiangcheng for combat.

They believe that solving the Zhongtiao Mountain Combat Corps is the most important thing right now.

Yoshio Shinozuka listened to their suggestions without saying a word.

He knew how to quickly resolve the crisis in Jiangcheng, but it was difficult for him to capture and annihilate the Zhongtiao Mountain Attack Corps.

If you send your main force there, I am afraid that this force will be transferred instantly, and the main force of the Japanese army will quickly attack them.

Once such a situation occurs, they will become very passive in combat.

After careful consideration, Yoshio Shinozuka made more detailed combat arrangements.

The 33rd Division continued to attack the 14th Group Army. At the same time, Yamamoto Kazuki unified the command of the special forces, paratroopers and other troops to quickly rush to support the operation.

The Fourth Cavalry Brigade advanced westward through Jincheng and Yangcheng to assist Jiangcheng in the battle.

The 27th Division stopped attacking Li Yuanzhen's Glory [-]st Division and quickly advanced eastward to join the battle in Jiangcheng.

The 21st Division stopped fighting in the Fengmenkou area, retreated to Yuanqu City, and then quickly advanced northward to seize control of the first-line positions at Hengling Pass and Shunwangping.

The 90th Bomber Team of the First Flying Regiment and the 32nd Bomber Team of the [-]rd Flying Regiment fully cooperated with the Jiangcheng operation.

The 83rd Independent Reconnaissance Aircraft Squadron of the First Flying Regiment pays close attention to the Jiangcheng area attack corps and locks its position at all times.

As for the reconnaissance aircraft squadron 44, the reconnaissance aircraft squadron 83, and the independent fighter squadron [-] of the two flight regiments, they are supporting the battle on the Zhongtiao Mountain battlefield.

Qingshui's 41st Division and Ikegami Kenkichi formed an independent ninth brigade unit, and they tried their best to defend Jiangcheng and wait for reinforcements.

This time, the First Army Headquarters mobilized troops from the east, west, and south to assist Jiangcheng, preparing to launch a three-sided pincer attack on the attacking corps.

At the same time, the two bomber squadrons fully support the operations here in Jiangcheng.

It was obvious that Yoshio Shinozuka had plans to annihilate the attack corps.

And even if they couldn't annihilate them, they could still press them toward the Purple Mountain.Force the Zhongtiao Mountain Attack Corps to evacuate the Zhongtiao Mountain area so that it will not affect their operations.

Starting at ten o'clock in the morning, various units of the Little Japanese Army received combat orders one after another, and they began to mobilize.

The 27th Division quickly assembled and then quickly advanced towards the Jiangcheng area.

They also pay attention to the main force of Li Yuanzhen's glory first division from time to time to prevent him from pursuing.

In the area west of Li Yuanzhen, the [-]th Mixed Brigade of the Imperial Association Army and two Japanese brigades of about [-] troops launched a feint attack to contain Chu Yunfei's troops.

In Jincheng and Yangcheng, the Fourth Cavalry Brigade rushed to help.

The 25th Cavalry Brigade consists of the 25th Cavalry Regiment, the [-]th Cavalry Regiment, the [-]th Cavalry Artillery Regiment, armored convoys and other units.

Its total strength is about 600, including more than 2000 cavalry troops and more than 1000 artillery troops.

The armored convoy is composed of tanks, armored vehicles, rapid-fire artillery and other units.

Among the 600 troops, there are about 1000 combat troops, and the remaining [-] or so people are non-combatants.

These more than 1000 non-combatants include heavy baggage troops and a large number of personnel prepared for the cavalry.

Those who repair saddles and riding boots, those who raise and treat war horses, etc.

However, the Fourth Cavalry Brigade has strong mobility, and this unit is advancing rapidly towards Jiangcheng.

It was at this time that the 21st Division withdrew from the Fengmenkou battlefield. They briefly rested and replenished themselves in Yuanqu City, and the main force quickly advanced towards the Hengling Pass area.

Of these three troops, the fourth cavalry brigade is the farthest from Jiangcheng, but their mobility can make up for it.

The three armies can be said to have advanced hand in hand, quickly moving towards Jiangcheng and gradually surrounding them.

At around ten o'clock, the chief officer's department was the first to send the news.

Considering the current situation, the First Theater Command Commander will also integrate the [-]st Glory Division into the attack corps.

At the same time, He Jingzhi proposed that the main force of the attacking corps retreat to Hengling Pass and Shunwangping to hold on, while trying to open up contact with the 14th Group Army on the east side.

The elite units such as the Glory [-]st Division were deployed to retreat to Zijin Mountain, using Zijin Mountain as a base for defense and to attack and harass the Japanese troops.

After Commander Gao Pei of the 17th Army received the message, he quickly contacted Zhao Chuanbi, Commander of the 43rd Army, and Chen Ziyun, Commander of the Mobile Regiment.

He wanted to see the suggestions of these two people, but Zhao Chuanbi was directly opposed. He believed that it was basically too late to withdraw the troops now.

It is very likely that they will be attacked by the Japanese army as soon as they withdraw their positions, and the Japanese army may even capture Shunwangping and other positions in advance.

He advocated withdrawing all troops to Purple Mountain for defense and relying on the high ground here for defense.

Even if they cannot hold the Purple Mountain position, they can evacuate to the north at any time to avoid the Japanese attack.

Chen Ziyun proposed on this basis that everyone should have his own strategy!

A large number of Japanese and puppet troops gathered together to fight. If they fought together, the target would be too big.

The 17th Army, the 43rd Army, and the [-]th Division quickly moved to Zijin Mountain for defensive operations.

The mobile regiment returned to the establishment of the Glory First Division, and then launched an all-out attack on the Japanese and puppet troops to the west of Li Yuanzhen.

The independent detachment can detour to Jincheng and Yangcheng and cooperate with the 14th Group Army to attack the 33rd Division troops.

In this way, even if the little Japanese troops gather, they will not be able to quickly capture their main force and annihilate them.

Once the [-]th Mixed Brigade of the Imperial Association Army is threatened, the Japs will have to send troops to help.

The 33rd Division was hit front and back, and the Japanese army also had to deploy troops for support.

In this way, the troops they gathered will be dispersed again.

The 21st Division withdrew from the Fengmen position. There were less than 3 Japanese and puppet troops here, and most of them were puppet troops.

The Lingchuan 27th Army quickly rushed to help. Their three divisions, with more than [-] troops, may inflict heavy losses on the Japanese and puppet troops once they establish contact with the Ninth Army.

As long as they defeat the Japanese and puppet troops here, the six divisions can completely carry out a comeback operation.

Gao Peiwu and Zhao Chuanbi received Chen Ziyun's messages one after another. They agreed immediately without any hesitation.

The various units of the Zhongtiao Mountain Attack Corps immediately began to mobilize, and they quickly moved towards different areas.

More than a dozen reconnaissance aircraft of the 83rd Independent Reconnaissance Aircraft Squadron discovered this scene and immediately launched a bombing.

They dropped the light aerial bombs carried by the reconnaissance plane, and then quickly contacted to report.

Bomber Team 90 from Yunxian County and Bomber Team 32 from Northern Henan took off quickly, preparing to launch bombings.

At around eleven o'clock, the Little Japanese bombers arrived over the battlefield, and they began to bomb.

At this time, various units of the Zhongtiao Mountain Attack Corps had arrived at the designated area one after another.

More than 17 troops from the 43th Army, the 3rd Army, and six divisions of the [-]th Division retreated to Zijin Mountain.

The 9000-strong independent detachment quickly moved towards the Jincheng and Yangcheng areas.

Li Yunlong personally commanded, and they moved quickly as a regiment.

The Eighth Route Army is good at concealment, so it will be difficult for the little devils to find them for a while.

The Glory First Division met up at [-]:[-], and of course they were bombed.

The troops suffered casualties, but because they were relatively dispersed, there were no major losses.

"Ziyun, you are finally back."

"It's okay now, we can finally launch an attack."

"The Japanese and puppet troops in the west are constantly harassing us. This time we have to teach them a lesson!"

Chu Yunfei said with a smile on his face after seeing Chen Ziyun.

Chen Ziyun gave a detailed report and told a series of battles that his troops had carried out in Zhongtiao Mountain this time.

After finishing speaking, Chen Ziyun felt a little depressed inside.

The system mission was to require Chen Ziyun to respond to the defeated troops of the 80th Army and break out, but Chen Ziyun took in the defeated troops and arranged for them to continue fighting in Zhongtiao Mountain.

He didn't know, did this count as completing the system task?
After the report, Chen Ziyun checked the system. He looked carefully and found that the system tasks were still unfinished!
But before Chen Ziyun had time to think about it, Chu Yunfei began to issue combat orders.

The artillery regiment provided cover, and the main force of the 48th Independent Brigade and the main force of the 11th Reserve Brigade attacked.

The Reserve 11th Regiment and the Reserve 12th Regiment stayed in their positions to guard the Jiangcheng area.

Troops such as cavalry battalions were scattered on the flanks and were on standby.

At [-]:[-] noon, the artillery regiment began shelling under the command of Chen Ziyun.

Liyang Mountain Artillery Battalion, six Bofors Mountain Artillery and six Type [-] Mountain Artillery.

Zhou Wenbo's field artillery camp has six Liao-made field artillery and six Japanese-style field artillery.

Wu Toad, Sun Fu's heavy artillery battery, six Jin-made 105MM mountain guns.

A total of thirty artillery pieces began to violently bombard the Japanese and puppet troops on the west side.

Li Chongtao, deputy commander of the 48th Independent Brigade, commanded Wu Ziqiang's 358th Regiment, and Sun Xiongshan's artillery battery launched an attack from the left.

Hao Shiwen, commander of the 11th Reserve Brigade, commanded Xu Yuan's 13th Reserve Regiment, and the Zhu Mingxuan Mountain Artillery Battery attacked from the right.

Both regiments are reinforced regiments, with four infantry battalions and a total strength of more than 3000 troops.

For a while, Xu Chengpu's Seventh Mixed Brigade of the Imperial Association Army was attacked by the superior force of the First Glory Division.

Although Xu Chengpu actively commanded the troops to defend, they gradually evacuated under the fierce firepower of various ministries.

The two brigades of the Little Devils assembled 2000 troops and attempted to launch a counterattack from the flanks.

However, after Chen Ziyun received the report from the artillery observation post, he decisively directed the artillery to carry out the strike.

These little devils were bombarded by mountain artillery and field artillery. After suffering a certain amount of casualties, they evacuated in embarrassment towards the front lines of Wenxicheng and Xuejia Town.

By 12:30, the Japanese and puppet troops here were completely defeated and quickly evacuated.

It was at this time that the 21st Division, 27th Division, and the [-]th Cavalry Brigade quickly gathered in Jiangcheng.

But by the time they came over, the various units under the Zhongtiao Mountain Attack Corps had already completed their transfers.

The commander of the 21st Division, Tanaka Kuichi, and the commander of the 27th Division, Nobumasa Tominaga, immediately met with the commander of the 41st Division, Nori Shimizu.

The three division commanders held operational discussions, and then they quickly sent a message to the army headquarters for a report.

At the same time, their troops also began to set up positions, making a gesture of storming Zijin Mountain.

"Your Excellency, Division Commander, there is a message from the [-]th Mixed Brigade of the Imperial Association Army."

"They were met with an all-out counterattack by the main force of the Glory First Division. They are currently retreating to Wenxi City and other areas for defense."

"The main force of the Glory First Division continues to pursue, and there seems to be signs of capturing Wenxi City. They are requesting support."

At this time, the chief of staff of the 27th Division came to Nobumasa Tominaga and reported hurriedly.

(End of this chapter)