Anti-Japanese War: Li Yunlong dared to attack Taiyuan

After hearing what Li Yunlong said, the people around him wanted to say something, but they finally held back.

"Old Li, aren't you afraid that the Russians will fall out with us?"

Old Zhao had just finished his work and returned to the command center when he heard that Li Yunlong was "leading Old Xing astray". After hearing what had happened recently, he asked with some concern.

Li Yunlong shook his head and said, "Don't worry. Before Germany is defeated in the third round, the Russians will not tear their faces off with us. They still need us to hold the Japanese back."

After Li Yunlong finished speaking, he took out a battle plan and waved his hand at everyone, saying, "This is a battle plan submitted by a Japanese general to the Emperor."

"This Japanese general thinks that instead of going south and continuing to fight with us and wasting troops, it is better to gather troops and continue westward to attack the Russians together with De San. After joining forces with De San, he can use De San's strength to eliminate us."

After hearing this battle plan, Zhao Gang, Wu Yi Er, and the Chief of Staff were all stunned.

"Doesn't this Japanese general know that we have already occupied the Eastern Sayan Mountains and the Western Sayan Mountains? They have no way of advancing westward now."

Li Yunlong shrugged and said, "Of course Kodera Kouta didn't know that we had captured the Eastern Sayan Mountains and the Western Sayan Mountains. In fact, no one knew that we had captured the Eastern Sayan Mountains and the Western Sayan Mountains except the commander of the Japanese Kwantung Army."

"The Japanese Kwantung Army concealed this news."

"..."

"Although I don't know why the Japanese Kwantung Army did this, compared to the news in the Japanese Navy's recent battle reports that they sank several US aircraft carriers and battleships and severely damaged the US Pacific Fleet, concealing the news of their defeat is nothing more than a small matter."

Hearing that the American Pacific Fleet had suffered heavy losses, everyone was shocked. Li Yunlong looked at their surprised expressions and continued, "This is fake news. The Japanese are using it to deceive the public. In fact, the American Pacific Fleet is winning victory after victory, has recaptured Pearl Harbor, and is preparing to counterattack Australia."

When everyone heard this, they all breathed a sigh of relief. If the American Pacific Fleet was really severely damaged by the Japanese Combined Fleet, it would definitely not be good news for the domestic battlefield.

As long as the Combined Fleet is still there, it would be a fantasy to want to recover the coastal areas of the country. After all, the strength of the Japanese Combined Fleet is there, and no force can withstand the casualties caused by naval guns.

"This combat report has been submitted. If nothing unexpected happens, the contents of this telegram will be intercepted by the Americans, who will definitely share this intelligence with the Russians."

"Neither the Russians nor the Americans know that we have occupied the Eastern Sayan Mountains and the Western Sayan Mountains. What will they think when they see this intelligence?"

After hearing this, Wu Yi Er smiled and said, "Of course they're anxious. If this battle plan is really carried out, the Russians will be in danger. Now the entire Western Siberia is the Russians' rear area. If the Japanese army attacks, the Russians will lose their last industrial stronghold."

"Yes, that's why I'm so sure. Before the German-Three issue is resolved, the Russians will definitely not turn against us."

The Chief of Staff looked at Li Yunlong and asked, "What battle plan did you ask Kota Kotaro to submit?"

"Well, Kotaro Kotaro's position is still a bit low. As the commander of a Type A division, the intelligence he can access is a bit limited. Moreover, I am also ready to completely eliminate the Japanese in the country. Kotaro Kotaro cannot be captured or suffer a defeat!"

The Chief of Staff understood Li Yunlong's intention: "Are you planning to transfer him back to Yingdu?"

"Well, but whether or not I can be transferred back depends on the Osaka people behind Kotaro Kotaro. I've already told Kotaro Kotaro to tell them that I want to return to the Sakuradu Army Headquarters. I think we'll have news soon!"

"It seems that this Kodera Kouta has a bright future!"

Everyone couldn't help but laugh.

Li Yunlong also had a smile on his face. He never thought that the idea he had on the train could actually cultivate such a talent. He just didn't know how far Kota Kotera could go in the end.

There are not many opponents left for Kota Kotera now.

After the war, Li Yunlong planned to list all those who stood in front of Kota Kotera as war criminals to pave the way for him.

Moreover, this time Li Yunlong would never allow the Americans, John Bull and the Russians to set the time for identifying war criminals to 1939, but would push it forward. As long as they are still alive and have committed crimes in China, no one would be left behind.

Although the 1939th cause of prosecution of the International Tribunal started from the September th Incident, in fact all the references started after the German blitzkrieg on Poland in .

This also explains why many Japanese war criminals, who committed numerous blood debts in China, did not become Class A war criminals, such as Ishihara Haru, who was the mastermind behind the September 18th Incident; Nakajima Konterogo, who killed 160,000 people in Nanjing; and Yanagawa Heisuke, etc.

These people were all convicted for crimes committed before the 1939 blitzkrieg against Poland.

The reason is very simple. If we use the standard of 1931, many people in other countries can be considered war criminals. After all, they have committed many crimes before that.

Therefore, the International Court of Justice set the time frame after 1939, which is the time when the Second World War officially broke out in the so-called history books, so that a large number of people can escape sanctions.

This telegram was almost as Li Yunlong expected. After being sent to the Japanese Army Headquarters, the content of the telegram was soon delivered to the American intelligence agency.

The reason why Li Yunlong was able to make accurate judgments was that he provided the Americans with some code books of the Japanese Army. These things were of no use to Li Yunlong. When the Japanese Army replaced them with new ones, Kota Kotera would send the new ones to Li Yunlong.

The code book was not given for free. Li Yunlong provided the code book, and the Americans also gave Li Yunlong certain assistance in return.

A few hours ago.

"The Japs are really crazy!"

After looking at the intelligence sent by the intelligence department, the lame man couldn't help but sigh.

Marshall, who was standing beside him, nodded in agreement after reading the intelligence. "The Japs are a nation very good at gambling on national destiny. This battle plan is indeed in line with their style."

Chapter 720 Abandoning the Island Hopping Tactics

"Provide this intelligence to the Russians so they can be prepared, lest they be caught off guard by the Japanese!"

After reading the intelligence, Lame Man finally decided to tell the Russian Bear this information to prevent the Russian Bear from being attacked in the abdomen and unable to withstand it.

"Yes!"

After dealing with the intelligence matter, the lame man rubbed his head. He felt that his health was getting worse day by day recently, but he still had a lot of work to do every day.

"Is there anything else?"

"Yes, sir. We promised Li Yunlong that we would deploy B29 bombers in Fengtian and other places. We have approved it and can now send them. I want to confirm with you whether we will really send the bombers to Fengtian!"

The lame man thought for a moment and said, "What's the situation with the navy?"

"Everything is going smoothly. The Japanese Combined Fleet has suffered heavy losses, but they haven't been completely destroyed. They have retreated to the Western Pacific. According to the intelligence we have obtained, they are preparing to gather their forces to defend the Western Pacific!"

"Does the Operations Department think we need to launch a massive bombing raid on the Japanese mainland?"

Marshall nodded and said, "People in the think tank and the operations department believe that the Japanese still have a certain amount of war potential and are still capable of fighting. Previously, Li Yunlong bombed the Japanese Sasebo base, causing considerable casualties to the Japanese."

"If we can continue to bomb the Japanese homeland, they will soon lose all their war potential and will soon be defeated or surrender."

After hearing this answer, the lame man nodded and said, "Then agree to Li Yunlong's request! How many bombers do you need to send in total?"

"The first batch is fifty, and there may be more later. Li Yunlong still wants some fighter jets."

"Let's send them together, but these planes are ours. They will only take off and land temporarily at airports in Fengtian and other places."

"Yes!"

"Do you have a plan for landing operations?"

Now the Americans are preparing to take back Australia. Australia is a continent, and the Americans must take it back at all costs. However, after taking back Australia, the Americans will face a choice.

Should we choose to clear out the Japanese defenders one island at a time, or should we skip some islands, attack islands in key positions, and finally directly attack the Japanese homeland?

One is the most stable conservative tactic, and the other is the radical island-hopping tactic.

The US military, which supports prudent and conservative tactics, believes that soldiers can be trained through repeated landing operations, allowing new recruits to gradually adapt to the rhythm of war; while those who support island-hopping tactics believe that the Pacific issue should be resolved quickly and the focus should be placed on the European continent.

The island-hopping tactic can quickly defeat the Japanese while avoiding some casualties.

Both sides have their own reasons and neither can convince the other.

"The decision has been made."

Hearing this, the lame man couldn't help but be a little surprised. He originally thought that he would have to make the final decision on this matter. After all, those who supported conservative tactics and those who supported island-hopping tactics were basically evenly matched, and it would be difficult to determine the winner in a short period of time.

"What tactics is the military preparing to adopt?"

"The military plans to implement conservative tactics first and then decide whether to use island-hopping tactics based on the progress of the war. To be more precise, conservative tactics will be used until the main force of the Japanese Combined Fleet is defeated."

Marshall took out the information as he spoke.

"A consensus so quickly?"

"It was Li Qiwei and his companions who came back from studying with Li Yunlong and brought back some information about the Japanese that played a role."

About three days ago, General Ridgway and his team finally returned to the United States.

After they came back, they immediately wrote a report on what they saw from Li Yunlong and submitted it.

The reports of several major generals attracted the attention of the US Army.

"Most of the elite soldiers of the Japanese army have been lost on the Chinese battlefield. Now most of the Japanese army are new recruits with low combat effectiveness, weak fighting will, and outdated weapons and equipment."

"Li Yunlong's troops also have a large number of new recruits and their equipment is very outdated. The combat effectiveness of both sides is roughly the same as that of the First World War in Europe."

"However, during the study period, the Japanese launched a large-scale offensive. The Japanese army chose to rely on transport ships to send a large number of soldiers from Huludao across the sea to Yingkou and other areas for landing operations, preparing to open a second battlefield and recapture Fengtian."

"But they encountered an attack from Li Yunlong's troops on the beach and suffered heavy losses."

"The situation on the battlefield at that time..."

"According to my judgment, if the landing force rashly carries out a landing operation without logistical supplies and guarantees, it will suffer heavy casualties. At the same time, Li Yunlong's troops have no fleet. If a fleet suddenly appears and launches a surprise attack from the rear while the landing force is landing, it may cause even greater casualties..."

"Besides, according to..."

This report by General Ridgway gave a detailed introduction to the Yingkou landing battle, pointing out the problems of the Japanese and Li Yunlong's troops. The final conclusion was that if sufficient logistical supplies could be ensured and absolute sea control and firepower advantage could be achieved, the island-hopping tactic could be chosen.

However, if you cannot ensure absolute control of the sea and sufficient supplies, it is better to choose a conservative tactic of attacking step by step. Otherwise, the soldiers sent out by the island-hopping tactic will only become the enemy's military merit.

This report was adopted by the American military, who finally decided to use all possible means to destroy the main force of the Japanese Combined Fleet and ensure absolute control of the sea before implementing the island-hopping tactics.

"Since the military has made the decision, let's do as the military says!"

"Yes!"

"..."

In Moscow, the bearded man received Beria's report.

"This Li Yunlong, what does he want to do!"

At this time, the bearded man looked a little ugly, and he felt that he was being fooled.

You have to know that he has always been the one playing tricks on others. Anyone who has played tricks on him has been sent to Siberia to mine.

"Sir, Li Yunlong doesn't want to give up these arsenals. He wants us to give them up on our own initiative."

Belia whispered aside.

"Immediately order the people in Fengtian to blow up the Fengtian arsenal. Since Li Yunlong doesn't want to give it to us, we can't leave it to him. Also, notify Li Yunlong that we will withdraw all aid to him!"

The bearded man had never suffered such humiliation before and was ready to retaliate immediately.

But at this time, Beria took out a document and said, "Sir, you'd better take a look at this document. This is the intelligence that the Americans sent us not long ago."

"Ok?"

The bearded man took the telegram and kept smoking cigarettes. Finally, he crumpled the telegram into a ball and threw it into the trash can.

"Notify Pan Youxin and have him double the price of the weapons. As for the raw materials, buy them from Li Yunlong!"