Chinese martial arts! Grandmaster

The reconnaissance company of the Special Operations Regiment of the 9th Army of the Ximeng Army set off from Changsha City, tracking the Kwantung Army at Dashan Rock.

The incorporation of the troops stationed throughout southern Hunan proceeded very smoothly.

Neither the supervising officer Su Ping nor General Li Xiangxi dared to say anything.

After Ximen Tang incorporated Li Zicheng, the King of Shu, into his army, it had already served as a warning to others.

All local forces and armies of the Great Qian Dynasty followed Ximen Tang's lead.

of course,

After Chen Jie had Ximentang incorporate the local Hunan army, he provided a considerable amount of money and provisions.

After all, these Hunan soldiers will be needed to garrison southern Hunan in the future.

After giving them a warning, it's necessary to offer them some benefits.

Less than a day after Chen Jie settled in Changsha, he received military reports from Changde, Yongzhou, Chenzhou and other places around Changsha.

After leaving Changsha, Da Shanyan dispersed his 300,000-strong army.

Apart from the 120,000 elite troops of the Kwantung Army, other local militia began attacking and harassing other parts of southern Hunan.

Unexpectedly, just as Ximen Tang had stabilized the situation in Changsha, he faced the most chaotic situation yet.

For a while,
The entire southern Hunan region is in a state of emergency!
The troops in other parts of southern Hunan were mostly local militia with very low combat effectiveness, so how could they withstand the attack of the Kwantung Army?
Chen Jie was immediately overwhelmed with worry, because the Kwantung Army under Oyama Iwao was not attacking in one direction, but stirring up trouble all over the entire southern Hunan region.

Even he couldn't figure out where the Kwantung Army was going to attack.

If you don't know his main position, he will take the initiative and make Ximentang chase after him aimlessly, causing him to lose his composure.

Moreover, Ximen Tang only had 100,000 elite troops under his command.

If we disperse our forces to support other cities in southern Hunan, they will be easily defeated one by one by the Kwantung Army.

However, Chen Jie quickly calmed down.

He understood that this was a feint by Da Shanyan, a covert maneuver.

He deliberately caused chaos in Hunan, hoping to throw Ximentang into disarray.

The only advantage of Dashan Rock is that it has nothing to fear.

The Kwantung Army entered the heartland of the Great Qian Dynasty with the aim of causing destruction.

Although they were routed by Ximentang in Hankou Prefecture, the main force and elite troops of the Kwantung Army were still intact.

He couldn't beat Ximen Tang, but in the Xiangnan region of the Great Qian Dynasty, he could roam freely.

Da Shan Yan knew how formidable Xi Men Tang's fighting power was, which is why he chose to avoid Xi Men Tang's main force and never engage in direct combat.

After entering southern Hunan, he launched a guerrilla warfare tactic.

The first step was to disperse the troops and launch attacks from multiple points to confuse Ximentang's decision to send troops.

Meanwhile, the main elite forces of the Kwantung Army remained inactive.

Da Shan Yan was waiting for the right opportunity to deliver a heavy blow to Xi Men Tang.

If Ximen Tang disperses his troops and rushes to various places to block the Kwantung Army...

Then,

Dashan Rock can then concentrate its forces and seize the opportunity to launch a sniper battle.

have to say,

Dashanyan's guerrilla tactics were very clever and baffling.

He took advantage of the Kwantung Army's strengths and perfectly countered Saimon's formidable fighting power.

Therefore,
Chen Jie had to admit that Da Shan Yan's combat command ability and sensitivity to the battlefield definitely made him a figure of great ambition and ruthlessness.

His ability to become a general in the Kwantung Army was by no means undeserved.

Oyama Iwao left the Northeast and personally led his army to the Hanzhong region, which was somewhat reminiscent of being abandoned by Emperor Meiji.

but,

Since arriving in the Hanzhong region, he has been diligently studying military books and researching various tactics and military classics of the Great Qian Dynasty.

Therefore, he was very careful with every step he took, and with Simon Tang's help, he avoided the biggest risks time and time again.

Huang Yaoguang, the general of the Ninth Army, suggested:
"My lord, it's very dangerous for our current forces to try and rescue various parts of southern Hunan!"

"My suggestion is that we stay in Changsha and remain stationary, responding to any changes with constancy."

"The Kwantung Army deliberately created chaos in various parts of southern Hunan. Their purpose is probably not simple; they want to wait for us to disperse our forces."

"Our top priority is to find out the main force of the Kwantung Army."

“We don’t need to use an encirclement strategy, because every time we try to encircle them, it gives the Kwantung Army time to retreat, which in turn delays the opportunity to attack.”

"Concentrate our forces and bombard them relentlessly. Once we destroy their main force, I believe the Kwantung Army will be unable to continue causing trouble."

Upon hearing this, Chen Jie nodded slightly.

Maintaining the status quo!

This is currently the best approach, and also the best tactic to minimize losses.

However, with Ximen Tang remaining inactive in Changsha, other parts of southern Hunan would be subject to attacks by the Kwantung Army.

After listening to Huang Yaoguang's speech, the other generals around him all nodded slightly.

That's all it can do for now.

Chen Jie stood in front of the sand table, looking at the map of the entire southern Hunan region, lost in thought.

After a while,
He turned to all the generals around him and said:
“We can ignore other places for the time being, but Shaoyang Prefecture is a strategic location that is crucial to military strategists. It is a key strategic location from Hanzhong to eastern Guizhou and western Guangxi.”

"Occupying Shaoyang Prefecture would be tantamount to cutting off the throat of the Kwantung Army. What do you all think?"

Yan Chenghao thought for a moment and said:

"My lord, let me lead 30,000 men to Shaoyang Prefecture. As long as the main force of the Guandong Army appears, I can guarantee that we will kill them."

The main force of Ximentang in Changsha Prefecture numbered 80,000.

In addition, 100,000 soldiers from Xiangnan Prefecture were incorporated into the army, and 200,000 soldiers from Shu were dispatched.

In terms of total troop strength, Ximen Tang's forces exceeded those of the Kwantung Army under Oyama Iwao.

It's a real waste to have so many people stationed in Changsha Prefecture.

Although the Xiangnan Prefecture troops and the Shu army were not strong in combat, they were still capable of defending the city.

Changsha Prefecture is 600 li away from Shaoyang Prefecture. At Ximentang's rapid marching speed, they can reach it in five days.

therefore,

Chen Jie thought for a moment, then nodded and said:

"Alright! Let's do it this way. Yan Chenghao, you lead 30,000 troops to Shaoyang."

"After you capture Shaoyang, wait for my message inside the city."

Yan Chenghao stood at attention and saluted, saying, "Yes, sir!"

that's it,
Early the next morning, Yan Chenghao led an army of 30,000 men from Changsha to Shaoyang.

Chen Jie then led Huang Yaoguang and Ximentang's elite troops, following closely behind, detouring through Xiangtan and Hengyang, with their destination also being Shaoyang.

A pincer attack!

Yan Chenghao's main force was used to draw the attention of Dashanyan, while the Shu army was moved northwest to disrupt the Guandong army's judgment.

Huang Yaoguang is right. Using encirclement tactics can easily delay the opportunity to strike.

We should concentrate our forces and give the Kwantung Army a good beating whenever we encounter them.

Once the main force of the Kwantung Army is defeated, Oyama Iwao will be without his elite troops, like a tiger without teeth, unable to make any waves.

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"Report! An army has been spotted five miles ahead. They are well-equipped with heavy machine guns and are attacking a village!"

"There are armed men in the village, but their weapons are the most primitive firearms, but their martial arts skills are quite good."

"Judging from their clothing, they should be Miao people!"

The scout reported in a low voice.

"Very good! You've worked hard. Continue the investigation." Huang Yaoguang of the Ninth Army of Ximentang gave the order.

After the scouts left the military tent, Huang Yaoguang convened a meeting with his subordinates, including Luo Manshan.

Luo Manshan was formerly the garrison commander of Cangzhou. Later, after Ximentang brought Cangzhou under his administration, he was transferred to the central government.

The Canal Gang built factories on a large scale in Cangzhou. With the recommendation of the Canal Gang, Luo Manshan joined the Ximen Hall and became a leader, becoming a capable assistant under Huang Yaoguang.

Huang Yaoguang led an army of 30,000 men from Changsha Prefecture and, after a five-day forced march, entered the territory of Yongzhou Prefecture.

Perhaps it was because Da Shanyan received news that Yan Chenghao's army had occupied Shaoyang Prefecture.

then,

The Kwantung Army began its retreat towards western Guangxi.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Huang Yaoguang marched at full speed, following the trail left by the Kwantung Army, bypassing Shaoyang Prefecture, and heading towards Yongzhou.

at this time,
After a long journey, the 30,000 elite troops of Ximentang arrived at Ningyuan County in Yongzhou Prefecture.

Fifty miles from Ningyuan County, Huang Yaoguang soon discovered that more and more traces of the Kwantung Army had been left behind.

Upon questioning, it was discovered that these Kwantung Army soldiers were completely different from ordinary soldiers; they were well-equipped, with field artillery and heavy machine guns.

Huang Yaoguang quickly determined that this army was the main force of the Kwantung Army.

Only the main force of the Kwantung Army was equipped with heavy machine guns and field artillery.

but,

When it comes to the most critical moment, we must be careful and cautious.

This area is located at the junction of three regions: southern Hunan, eastern Guizhou, and western Guangxi, surrounded by towering mountains.

Therefore,
It was necessary to be on guard against a surprise attack by the Kwantung Army at any time, which is why the reconnaissance soldiers always maintained a patrol distance of five kilometers.

Huang Yaoguang was naturally delighted to learn that the main force of the Kwantung Army was located within Yongzhou Prefecture.

After several days of investigation, they finally learned the general whereabouts of the Kwantung Army.

but,

He still dared not be careless, and at the same time, he was worried that this was a deliberate tactical arrangement by Da Shanyan, so he dared not commit all his elite troops to this chase.

He then ordered Luo Manshan to lead a thousand elite troops into the mountains to search, while he led the main force to set up camp on the spot.

It was discovered that the main force of the Kwantung Army was engaged in battle at a distance of only ten miles.

If Luo Manshan's troops were ambushed by the Kwantung Army, he could provide immediate support.

He led the elite troops of Ximentang, who were well-equipped. Even if they encountered the main force of the Kwantung Army, they would not have to worry about being unable to defeat them.

not to mention,
As long as Luo Manshan holds back the enemy's main force, his 30,000 main troops can bypass the enemy's flank and bombard them directly, which will definitely deal a heavy blow to the Kwantung Army.

After the meeting.

Luo Manshan immediately led a thousand soldiers to set off.

Scouts discovered that the Kwantung Army was attacking a Miao village ahead. All the Ximentang soldiers were on high alert, afraid of alerting the enemy.

Everyone checked their guns, loaded them with ammunition, and inspected their grenades and mortars, ready to go into combat at any time.

After walking three miles, we entered the mountainous area.

Da da—da da—!
Bang, bang, bang!
In the distance came the sounds of fierce gunfire, fighting, and artillery fire.

Luo Manshan quickly found a high place and took out his binoculars to observe.

A group of Kwantung Army soldiers were seen surrounding a small village and launching a fierce attack.

After many fierce battles between Ximentang and the Kwantung Army, Luo Manshan quickly realized that this was the Kwantung Army's elite force.

They were wearing the uniform of the Kwantung Army and steel helmets.

This army was not the Fubing (府兵) incorporated by Dashanyan, but rather the main force of the Guandong Army that fled from Suizhou, numbering about two thousand.

Although it's unclear why they attacked a Miao village, that's no longer important.

Luo Manshan had only a thousand men under his command, but he showed no panic whatsoever.

We've finally run into this situation, why wouldn't we fight?
Next,
Luo Manshan immediately ordered the artillery company and heavy machine gun company to launch a fierce attack on this unit of the Kwantung Army!

Who cares what's going on? Let's open fire first and talk things out.

The thousand men under Luo Manshan's command carried one hundred field guns and twenty heavy machine guns.

At this time, the artillery battalion was arrayed in five ranks, with heavy machine guns and sniper rifles positioned on the three flanks.

Next,
At a command, the artillery company opened fire first.

At this moment, the vanguard of the Kwantung Army discovered that an army had emerged from behind and was preparing to turn around and engage them.

but,

Before the Kwantung Army could react, a barrage of mortar shells had already landed.

Boom—boom—!
After the first round of artillery fire, the elite troops of the Kwantung Army were blown down in droves.

Then came a second round of artillery fire, giving the enemy no chance to catch their breath.

The sound of artillery fire was continuous, almost creating a complete coverage of firepower.

Suddenly, the earth shook!

Although it has been a long time since we've heard any shelling.

but,

The elite soldiers of the Kwantung Army were very familiar with the cannons of the Ximentang.

The 'whooshing' sound of the grenade launchers had almost given them psychological trauma.

Especially the elite Japanese soldiers who followed Daisan Iwa from Jiujiang Prefecture to Wuchang Prefecture, then to Hanyang, Hankou, and finally to Suizhou, and were beaten to a pulp by Ximentang.

When they heard the sound of cannons from Ximentang, a chill ran down their spines.

"Baka—it's Ximentang's cannon!"

A soldier from the Kwantung Army shouted.

Ximentang!
These three words had become a nightmare for the Kwantung Army; it could even be said that any Kwantung Army soldier would tremble with fear at the mere mention of them.

No one who has ever been bombarded by Ximentang's cannons has ever been free from fear.

Wow——!
this moment,
The morale of the Kwantung Army plummeted to rock bottom.

The Japanese soldiers who were fiercely attacking the Miao village were so frightened by the sound of cannons that they turned around and tried to run away.

For a while,
The Kwantung Army soldiers collapsed without a fight.

They were all elite Kwantung Army soldiers brought by Dashanyan from Northeast China, veterans of countless battles.

but,

Through this period of fighting, they were traumatized by Ximentang.

In particular, the fact that Oyama Iwao led his main force to flee everywhere, constantly avoiding the main force of Ximen Tang, made these Japanese soldiers even more fearful of Ximen Tang.

Boom! Boom! Boom!
After five consecutive artillery attacks, the Kwantung Army completely collapsed.

Luo Manshan was stunned to see through his binoculars how incompetent the Kwantung Army was in combat.

what's the situation?
How could the main force of the Kwantung Army be so afraid?

Keep firing!
He would not stop the attack just because the morale of the Kwantung Army was in disarray.

Now is the perfect time to strike while the enemy is down. Besides, Ximen Tang's numbers are outnumbered. This attack must wipe out more than half of the Kwantung Army's forces.

then,

Luo Manshan ordered the artillery battalion to continue the attack, while the heavy machine gun battalion and special operations regiment launched a full-scale offensive and advanced.

next moment,
The elite special forces of the Ximentang Special Operations Battalion, armed with automatic rifles, launched an attack from the flank.

"Kill--!"

Da da—da da—!
Bullets flying everywhere!

The overwhelming firepower of the Ximentang Special Operations Battalion and the heavy machine gun company launched an annihilation campaign against the routed Kwantung Army. (End of Chapter)