Bright Sword: I am an undercover agent in the puppet army

And this time.

A familiar system prompt sound suddenly rang in Xu Yang's mind.

"Ding! It is detected that the host is assisting all the strongholds of the Eighth Route Army Zhengtai Railway from Yangquan to Niangziguan. A special reward is one M1 Garand rifle production line, with a total raw material of 1 tons and a maximum daily production capacity of 5 rifles.

One 7.62mm copper-clad steel bullet production line, with a total raw material capacity of 1 tons and a maximum daily production capacity of 5 rounds.

The M1 Garand rifle is a semi-automatic rifle equipped by the US military during World War II. It was designed by designer John Cantius Garand.

The gun adopts a gas-operated working principle and a rotary locking bolt, uses 7.62×63 mm rifle bullets, and relies on an 8-round magazine for ammunition supply.

M1加兰德步枪的初速为865米/秒，有效射程为730米。该枪从1936年开始装备美军部队，到1957年共生产约1000万支。

The M1 Garand rifle is prone to malfunction during use due to its complex design, especially in fast-paced combat where soldiers cannot ensure daily maintenance.

In addition, the gun weighs 4.3 kilograms, which is too heavy compared to standard rifles of the same period, affecting the soldiers' mobility.

Despite this, the M1 Garand is still considered one of the finest semi-automatic rifles and was hailed by General Patton as "the greatest fighting weapon that ever appeared."

Apart from anything else, this gun was definitely the most advanced rifle at the time, without a doubt. Its performance could completely crush the Japanese Type 38 rifle and the National Army's Type 38 rifle, not to mention the Hanyang rifle.

Because it is a semi-automatic rifle, there is no need to pull the bolt to eject the shell and then load the bullet into the chamber after each shot like the Type 38 rifle and the Zhongzheng rifle. Instead, after loading the bullet into the chamber, it can continue to fire continuously until the bullets in the magazine are emptied.

This means that as both are rifles, the M1 Garand rifle's firepower can completely crush the Type rifle and the Type rifle. At the same time, because it can fire in single shots, it can ensure firepower while minimizing the waste of bullets.

If the Eighth Route Army had been equipped with this advanced rifle and had sufficient ammunition, their combat effectiveness would definitely have been greatly enhanced, even increased several times.

Xu Yang was overjoyed.

This was not the end. Immediately afterwards, the system prompt sounded in his ears again: "Ding! It was detected that the host assisted the Eighth Route Army in successfully retaking Yangquan County. A special reward of one penicillin production line was given, with a total raw material of 1 tons and a maximum daily production capacity of 2 units."

Xu Yang was stunned.

In times of war, the most valuable thing is not weapons and equipment, nor food, but medicine.

Especially antibacterial and anti-inflammatory antibiotics.

You know, during World War II, most soldiers did not die on the battlefield, but died from injuries, inflammation of wounds, and indirect casualties due to the lack of anti-inflammatory drugs.

Penicillin, also known as penicillin, was first discovered by British bacteriologist Fleming in 1928. However, due to technical limitations and insufficient knowledge, Fleming was unable to purify penicillin at that time.

It was not until the winter of 1940 that penicillin was extracted for the first time. Although this was a major breakthrough, it was still a long way from clinical application.

It was not until 1942 that American pharmaceutical companies were able to mass-produce penicillin, but production capacity was still very limited, so the price of penicillin was still extremely high.

The price of the same quality of penicillin even exceeds that of the same quality of gold.

Even as late as 1945, penicillin still cost $25 per gram.

Someone once calculated that if you traveled back to that time with 100 kilograms of penicillin, you could even exchange it for 5 aircraft carriers.

Moreover, this was only the price in 1945. The further back in time one goes, the higher the price of penicillin becomes. In 1940, when Xu Yang lived, no matter how rich you were, you could not buy penicillin.

If the production technology of penicillin was mastered, the mortality rate of the Eighth Route Army would have been greatly reduced. Compared with other troops, the Eighth Route Army was too poor and had a shortage of medicines. Many soldiers did not die directly on the battlefield, but died non-combat deaths due to the lack of medicine for treatment after being injured and the inflammation and worsening of their wounds.

With a large amount of penicillin, the Eighth Route Army was able to continuously replenish it, which could greatly enhance the army's combat effectiveness.

In addition, penicillin was hard currency in that era, worth far more than gold.

This means that the Eighth Route Army could use penicillin to exchange for any supplies they needed, which was more direct than buying them with Japanese yen.

After all, the Western powers do not recognize the Japanese yen. If you want to spend Japanese yen, you need to first exchange the Japanese yen for materials, and then exchange the materials for US dollars or pounds.

Not only is it time-consuming and laborious, but it also involves great risks.

But penicillin is different. As long as you have penicillin, you don’t have to worry about not being able to spend it. You just need to make a list of the supplies you need, and someone will automatically deliver the goods to your door.

By mastering the production technology of Japanese yen, you only have the opportunity to exchange it for materials.

If you master the production technology of penicillin, you will have the absolute initiative in the transaction!

This is the difference between the two!

When Xu Yang was surprised, the third system prompt sounded again: "Ding! It is detected that the host has successfully instigated the commander of the 4nd Battalion of the 22nd Infantry Regiment of the th Brigade of the Japanese Army to defect, Major Hikawa Okazaka. A special reward is a detailed explanation of the three-three system tactics."

The three-three system tactic is an infantry "squad assault" tactic, which is an infantry "squad assault" tactic included in the Chinese military's infantry training syllabus.

It originated during the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, matured during the War of Liberation, and was widely used in the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea.

When the Chinese People's Liberation Army was founded, its weapons were simple and its individual combat capabilities were insufficient. In order to make up for this shortcoming, starting from the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, the three-three system tactics were pioneeringly established based on the experience of the Northeast Liberation War.

This tactic requires soldiers to form a combat group of three, and three groups to form a squad.

In a combat group, three soldiers are responsible for attack, cover and support respectively, with the soldiers in front and the team leader in the back. The soldiers of a squad attack and defend in a triangle.

The three classes form a battle group, cooperating with each other and with clear division of labor.

During the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea, the three-three system tactics helped the poorly armed People's Liberation Army defeat the well-equipped U.S. troops.

During the war against India, there was a classic example of three PLA soldiers destroying three artillery regiments of the Indian Army.

The three-three system is one of the core tactical ideas of the Chinese People's Liberation Army and is often used in offense. However, the premise of offense is to preserve one's own manpower, thereby ensuring that it will not be easily destroyed by the enemy under any circumstances. The three-three system is the most basic and effective circular defense mechanism.

"System, you finally have some conscience for once!"

Xu Yang was so surprised that he couldn't contain himself.

The Three-Threes tactics are really suitable for the Eighth Route Army at the moment. It can be foreseen that the Eighth Route Army's combat effectiveness will be greatly enhanced by using the Three-Threes tactics in combination with the M1 Garand rifle.

If they could master the production technology of an anti-tank weapon, then even though the Eighth Route Army was poorly equipped, they would not be at a disadvantage when facing the Japanese army on the front battlefield.

Of course, this time, Xu Yang has made so many military achievements, so it is normal for the system to give him generous rewards.

At this time, Hikawa Okazaka came back and saw Xu Yang's surprised face, and asked hurriedly: "Brother-in-law, what's wrong with you? Did something good happen?"

"Nothing." Xu Yang naturally couldn't tell Hikawa Okazaka about the system, so he changed the subject and asked, "Brother-in-law, how are your arrangements going?"

Hikawa Okazaka: "We have almost made the arrangements, but if we go all out, what if we fail to take Yangquan and lose Pingding County?"

Xu Yang did not answer but asked: "Who owns Yangquan County now?"

Hikawa Okazaka: "The Eighth Route Army." Xu Yang: "Who will attack Pingding County?"

Hikawa Okazaka: "The Eighth Route Army."

Xu Yang: "What is your current status?"

Hikawa Okazaka: "The Eighth Route Army."

Xu Yang: "That's it. Yangquan County is now in our hands, and our Eighth Route Army does not have the strength to defend Yangquan County. It would be a hot potato to keep it in our hands. It would be better to give it to our own people and get military merit for you, my brother-in-law.

Moreover, even if we do not attack Yangquan County, the brother troops attacking the city will leave on their own.

If we don't go to Yangquan County, it will be an easy target for other devils."

"As for Pingding County, there is even less need to worry. Are our own people going to stab us in the ass?"

Hikawa Okazaka thought: "It seems to be the case."

Xu Yang: "That's it, eat well, take a rest, and we'll be ready to go and claim our military honors.

Oh, by the way, send a telegram to Shinozuka Yoshio about the capture of Yangquan by our Eighth Route Army, and then take the initiative to volunteer to capture Yangquan."

……

Taiyuan City.

Japanese 1st Army Headquarters.

Shinozuka Yoshio asked, "How is the 3rd Infantry Regiment?"

The head of the communications section, Toyotomi Jiro, quickly stepped forward and bowed respectfully to Shinozuka Yoshio, reporting: "The 3rd Infantry Regiment encountered a stubborn resistance from the Eighth Route Army. So far, they have only advanced 20 kilometers."

Shinozuka Yoshio's face suddenly sank, and he stared at Toyotomi Jiro with bloodshot eyes and shouted, "Baka! After half a day, the 3rd Regiment has only advanced 20 kilometers. Are they bastards? How did Kameda Nobuo become the commander of the regiment?
At this speed, how long will it take for them to reach Linyangquan?"

Toyotomi Jiro said weakly: "Kameda-kun reported in the telegram that it is expected... expected to arrive at Linyangquan County before 12 o'clock tonight."

Shinozuka Yoshio: "Bullshit! It's daytime now, and they have the tactical guidance of the air force, so their speed is still so fast. If it's night, the air force can't take off and fight. They won't be able to move forward, let alone protect themselves!"

Toyotomi Jiro lowered his head, wishing he could put it in his crotch, and dared not say anything else.

The Chief of Staff, Hideyoshi Nanshan, said, "Commander, Yangquan County is still in the hands of the 22nd Regiment. If that's the case, then there's no need for the 3rd Regiment to go to Yangquan.

Why don't we let them turn around and retreat back to Shouyang? If it really gets dark, the situation could really be like what you just said, and they could fall into a trap themselves."

Shinozuka Yoshio turned his head and looked at Kusunoyama Hideyoshi and said, "Kusansan-kun, have you ever thought about why the Eighth Route Army went to such great lengths to stop the 3rd Regiment at all costs when Yangquan is still in the hands of our Great Japanese Locust Army?"

Kusunokichi thought for a while and said, "Your Excellency the Commander, you are right. Logically speaking, the Eighth Route Army could have just retreated at this time. There is no need to sacrifice troops to stop the 3rd Regiment.

However, they did it anyway, which shows that there is definitely something wrong, a big problem.

Do they want to continue attacking Yangquan County? However, according to the report from the aerial reconnaissance, there is no sign of Eighth Route Army activity around Yangquan County. "

At this point, Nanshan Hideyoshi seemed to have thought of something, and suddenly revealed an expression of sudden enlightenment, and then said: "I understand, the Eighth Route Army still wants to continue attacking Yangquan, they just postponed the siege time to tonight, so they stopped the Locust Army's 3rd Regiment at all costs.

Otherwise, once the 3rd Locust Army successfully reaches Yangquan, they will lose the opportunity to attack the city forever."

Shinozuka Yoshio nodded: "That's right! It is precisely because of this that the 3rd Regiment cannot move forward, but must speed up its march."

After a pause, Shinozuka Yoshio changed the subject and raised his voice, shouting, "Mr. Toyotomi, send a telegram to Kameda Nobuo immediately. At all costs, at least before 9 o'clock tonight, we must arrive at Linyangquan County smoothly. Otherwise, there is no need for him to continue to be the commander of the corps."

"Hi Yi!"

Toyotomi Jiro bowed respectfully and was about to turn around and leave, but was stopped by Kusunoki Hideyoshi: "Toyotomi-kun, wait a moment."

Toyotomi Jiro paused, turned around and looked at Kusunokichi with a puzzled look and asked, "Mr. Chief of Staff, do you have any other instructions?"

Kusunoshi Hideyoshi said to Shinozuka Yoshio: "Commander, according to the current situation, it may be difficult for the 3rd Infantry Regiment of the Locust Army to reach Yangquan County before 9 o'clock tonight.

In addition to the imperial army stationed in Shouyang, there was also a large battalion stationed in Pingding County.

Moreover, Pingding County was not attacked by the Chinese Eighth Route Army last night, and Pingding County is also closer to Yangquan.

Therefore, to be on the safe side, can we transfer the Richuan Battalion stationed in Yangquan to Yangquan County as well? "

Shinozuka Yoshio frowned and thought for a while before saying, "Well, what Nanshan-kun said makes sense. I'll do as you say."

Kusunoshi Hideyoshi looked at Toyotomi Jiro again and said, "Toyotomi-kun, send another telegram to Hikawa-kun in Pingding, instructing him to leave a small number of troops to guard Pingding County, and for the rest of the troops to rush to Yangquan as soon as possible, and to arrive before dark!"

"Hi Yi!"

Toyotomi Hideyoshi bowed respectfully and waited for a moment. After making sure that Commander Yoshio Shinozuka and Chief of Staff Hideyoshi Kusuyama had no other instructions, he turned around again and left.

……

Pingding County.

Xu Yang heard footsteps outside the door and looked up with a puzzled look on his face. He saw that it was Hikawa Okazaka who came in a hurry with documents in his hand, so he subconsciously asked, "Brother-in-law, has the telegram been sent?"

"No, no."

Hikawa Okazaka said: "I was about to send a telegram, but unexpectedly, Shinozuka Yoshio took the initiative to send a telegram to me. He ordered us to leave a small number of troops behind and the rest of us to rush to Yangquan."

Xu Yang asked in confusion: "Why did Shinozuka Yoshio suddenly send this order?"

Hikawa Okasaka: "It seems that the 3rd Regiment is still advancing towards Yangquan, but it was stubbornly blocked by the Eighth Route Army. Shinozuka Yoshio is worried that our Eighth Route Army will attack Yangquan again, so he asked us to rush over to help."

Xu Yang nodded: "I see, if that's the case, then there's no need for us to generate electricity for Shinozuka Yoshio anymore."

There was a hint of coldness in Xu Yang's eyes. The reason why other brother troops were still blocking the Kameda Regiment, which was the 3rd Infantry Regiment of the Japanese Army without fear of sacrifice, was to help them finish this play smoothly.

Otherwise, if the Kameda Regiment arrived in Yangquan ahead of time and found that Yangquan had been captured by the Eighth Route Army, then this drama would not be able to continue.

Since that was the case, he might as well give the Japanese another big gift.

The Kameda Unit’s team-annihilation gift pack!

...(End of chapter)