On the Yangtze River, the 7th Division, which had retreated here, had quickly entered the defensive line.There are many bunkers and concrete forts everywhere.The trenches were joined together, like long snakes winding across the earth.This was once the Yangtze River fortification built by the Nationalist Government with a lot of money and many years, but it was unexpectedly occupied by the Japanese army overnight.The Japanese transformed it into a two-way defensive position, and the fortification of the bunkers was one of the best in China.As soon as Tashiro arrived, he began to arrange defensive formations, starting with artillery units.Artillery, in that era, could be described as the god of war in land warfare, not only to hit the assembly area of the opposing army, but also to block the enemy's charge, cut off the retreat, cover the impact of their own troops, and even help their own troops retreat.The squadron suffered the loss of no artillery, and with the exception of Chiang Kai-shek's Central Army, a field division often had only a few old guns and some auxiliary mortars.The firepower is not even as good as a brigade of the devils, and in the intensive bombardment of the devils, the squadron does not even dare to entangle with the devils in the open area of the plains, and can only go to the mountains to have room to exert their strength.But Tashiro knew that this time he was facing an opponent with a large number of artillery, which could be called the strongest super force in China at the moment.The strength of thousands of artillery pieces is still the trump card of aces even if it is placed in the Japanese army, and even if his seventh division is equipped with additional artillery, it is only close to 600 field guns of various types.Moreover, a large number of them were mountain artillery guns of 70 mm caliber, with a firing range of only a few kilometers, which had to be placed in suitable places in order to form an effective blow to the attacking New Fourth Army.In this battle, Duoshiro is actually not very sure, and he is also gambling.It is a bet that the New Fourth Army will destroy itself at all costs, so as to march into the Yangtze River defense line.In that case, Tashiro could successfully eliminate a large number of the living forces of the New Fourth Army by borrowing the artillery fire of the warships on the Yangtze River.Only then can he hope of winning this battle.For five hours, Tashiro shuttled through the various positions, personally deploying the positions of his troops and artillery.When he was done, he immediately received a report from the reconnaissance unit.The New Fourth Army was having a vanguard force of about three regiments, carrying a large number of artillery pieces and galloping towards the Yangtze River defense line.Behind these three regiments were at least one division of tens of thousands of troops, obviously to seize the advantageous terrain first.Taxilang's heart hanging in his throat finally let go, he was afraid that the New Fourth Army would not come.As long as they come, the chances of success are half there."
The Chinese, after all, are still stupid.Come on, let the horses come more.Only then will you know how terrible the true strength of our Imperial Japanese Army really is. ”A mocking smile appeared on the corner of Tashiro's mouth, waiting for the arrival of the New Fourth Army.On the Yangtze River, the waves beat the ironclad warships.There have been no ships on the originally calm river for a long time, and since the outbreak of war in northern Jiangsu, all commercial or civilian ships have been suspended to avoid being swept into this war.But now, seven light cruisers are parked on the river.These warships, which look insignificant in the sea, are obviously behemoths in the Yangtze River.It's like a giant who stumbled into the dwarf kingdom by mistake, and it looks so abrupt that it almost blocks half of the river.The cold muzzles of the 155-millimeter ship's guns on the ship were pointed at the river bank in front of them, as if they would spit out flames that would make the earth tremble at any moment.On one of the largest light cruisers, Rear Admiral Ichiki Shigemaru of the Japanese Navy was holding a military meeting with the captains of the other five ships that had accompanied him.The content of the meeting was actually very simple, mainly on how to cooperate with the offensive of the army on the shore.At this moment, there was a sudden and hurried knock on the door.An adjutant came in from outside, and after saluting all the captains, he said to Ichiki Shigemu, "Your Excellency, the Seventh Division has sent a telegram.The squadron was already only five kilometers from their positions, and the squadron also carried a large number of artillery.We are asked to be ready to fight and support them at all times. ”Ichiki Shigemaru smiled slightly, stood up and said, "These wastes of the army, what kind of division is it."
It's just that I panicked when I saw some of the people in China, and with our empire's powerful navy as their backing, I really don't know what the people in the army were thinking. ”The other five captains all laughed contemptuously, in Japan, the army and navy have always been at odds, the navy is an old force, the development has always been better than the army, the domestic power is also stronger, and the funds are more sufficient.Although the army is angry, it can only live with jealousy.Now the army and navy are arguing over whether to go south or north, and all the navies treat the army as a waste because they were beaten by the Soviets at Nomenkan.In the eyes of the Navy, if they competed with the Soviet Navy, the Soviets would have only one end, that is, the destruction of all fleets."
Tell poor Tashiro that I agree to his request.I will have the coordinates of the squadron determined and provide him with fire assistance in due course.Tell him not to be afraid, for they will not die with us. ”Ichiki Shigemaru said arrogantly.The officers around him laughed, and their contempt for the Army intensified.At this moment, four kilometers in front of the Devil's Yangtze River defense line, the three main regiments of the New Fourth Army stopped advancing.The artillery in the rear was urgently transferred to the front, and this time they carried a total of 400 guns, all of which were about 70 mm in caliber, which belonged to typical field guns.This kind of artillery captured by the Japanese is a suppressive artillery, and the disadvantage is that the firing range is too close, and the effective range is less than 3 kilometers.Beyond this range, it's basically useless."
Let the artillery go first, you know what to do" In this army, Gao Dong stared intently at Yang Jihong, the head of the artillery regiment with an aggrieved face, and said calmly.Yang Jihong nodded with difficulty, touched the pitch-black artillery, and said reluctantly: "Such a good cannon, I really can't give it to the devil for nothing" Gao Dong patted him on the shoulder, he knew that his subordinate was actually a cannon idiot.Others are nymphomaniacs, but he has a soft spot for cannons.These artillery pieces are like his lifeblood, and one less of them will make him feel distressed, not to mention that Gao Dong is now ordering him to send more than 400 artillery pieces to the Japanese to bomb, and his heart has long been dripping with blood."
If we don't go into the tiger's den to get the tiger's son, if we can't give up these things outside of our bodies, we will sacrifice the lives of many soldiers.In order to complete this mission of luring the enemy, these artillery pieces are worth sacrificing. ”Gao Dong looked back at the three new Fourth Army commanders, and they were also full of reluctance.The squadron was poor, and the best heavy fire weapon in the past was mortars.In the eyes of the Japanese, mortars are just support firepower, not the main force to suppress artillery fire at all, but in the eyes of the squadron, especially in the eyes of the New Fourth Army and the Eighth Route Army, it is all a treasure.Now Gao Dong is going to send more than 400 artillery pieces out in a word, this is all a precious treasure that can't be in Jingui, any soldier who has fought with devils will be heartbroken.They can deeply understand the importance of these artillery pieces on the battlefield, and without the cover of artillery, they can only be beaten passively."
Execute the order" Gao Dong suddenly became serious, now is not the time to hesitate.They have already reached the nose of the Japanese, if there is half a minute of hesitation, so many people will not want to leave, they will only sacrifice in vain."
Yes" Yang Jihong shouted loudly with a cry, turned his head and went to direct the artillery troops to move forward, quickly set up positions, and prepared to fire at the Japanese defense line.Gao Dong sighed in his heart, turned his head to the three commanders of the New Fourth Army and said, "After the artillery attacked, you immediately led the troops to attack the Japanese position.But don't attack too hard, just convince the Japanese that you are going to launch a general attack.When the heavy Japanese fire bombarded our artillery group, you immediately evacuated according to the designated route.It must be fast, remember, it must be fast" Gao Dong patted the shoulders of the three people and said in a deep voice: "How many soldiers' lives can be saved, it depends on your own judgment when you arrive at the battlefield."
Don't let the soldiers sacrifice in vain" "Yes" The three regiment commanders straightened their backs and saluted Gao Dong solemnly.They are a death squad that uses their lives to open a way for the battle that follows.There is no way back, only forward.Gao Dong looked at his watch: "Ten minutes later, artillery fire began to bombard the Japanese position, and you attacked on time."
I'll leave it to you here, and we'll meet on the way back. ”After saluting the three of them, Gao Dong turned around and hurriedly led a group of people to go around behind the Japanese defense line on the riverside.This time, he didn't bring out the main force of the Sky Wolf Commando, but only brought six people.Tang Wei, Lin Fan, Ergou and Mu Sheng, and the remaining two are Zhang Huilong, who has just joined the Sky Wolf, and Li Zehui, another Sky Wolf team member.The purpose of choosing these people is actually very simple, the first few people are all masters of explosives, and the last two are because they are very good at water.Zhang Huilong is said to be able to dive 100 meters deep, which is almost beyond the limit of human beings.And Li Zehui grew up by the lake since he was a child, and playing in the water is like playing for him.Gao Dong needs them, because what is going to be done next must be very water-based.The Japanese defense line at the edge of the sword was not very long, like a semicircle.Gao Dong and a few people took advantage of the dark night to quickly bypass the tightly defended defense line of the Seventh Division and came to the riverside smoothly.At this moment, the artillery roared out, and the Japanese positions were on fire, and Gao Dong knew that the offensive had begun."
We don't have much time, and they could make a strategic retreat at any time.At the beginning of the plan, it was necessary to let the devil's fleet pursue. ”Gao Dong looked at everyone, especially the new team member Zhang Huilong, who stayed for a while: "This is a mission that must be completed, are you ready" No one answered, but the light in everyone's eyes had already answered this question."
Okay, go into the water," Gao Dong finished speaking, and jumped into the icy river
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