As the deputy commander spoke, he walked to the map and explained to Gao Hongming the battle plan for the second phase of the Hundred Regiments War.
Gao Hongming nodded while listening. Although this plan was put forward hastily and some aspects are not very mature, it is very detailed. It can be seen that both the staff officer and the deputy commander-in-chief have put their heart and soul into it.
Gao Hongming stared at the map for a long time and then said: "Sir, you are saying that we will modify the previous battle plan and complete the Yuliao Battle in three to five days, and then use trucks to separate our regiment and the 129th
The division was transported to Laiyuan, where it would join forces with the 115th Division and the Shanxi-Chahar-Hebei Military Region for the Lailing Battle. If this battle goes smoothly, we can also see if we can capture Yangquan or even Bingfeng and approach SJZ. Yes
Is that so?"
"Yes."
The deputy commander picked up a small wooden stick and pointed it at SJZ and said: "In the past, due to the lack of heavy weapons, our troops basically had no ability to attack strongholds and were powerless against cities heavily guarded by the Japanese army. But it is different now. With your heavy artillery,
Finally, we also have the strength to threaten the Japanese army, so we have to tell the Japanese, don't think that you are safe just by hiding in a big city, I will still have ways to deal with you."
Gao Hongming shook his head and said: "But sir, although we have heavy artillery, the number is still too small to threaten SJZ."
"Of course I know that we have too few heavy artillery, only a few dozen. If we want to capture an important town like SJZ, we can't even think about it without one or two hundred large-caliber artillery.
But you have to remember that although we don’t have the strength to win it for a while, we must show this attitude and let the Japanese know the strength of our Eighth Route Army!”
Gao Hongming fully supports the tough attitude of the deputy commander-in-chief. It is not advisable to hide your clumsiness blindly. Sometimes you just want to let the enemy know that I have the strength to beat you, so be careful!
For a nation like the Japanese who cannot understand good words and only care about beating but not eating, a bloody massacre is far more effective than good words and persuasion.
However, this can also reveal the character of the deputy commander-in-chief. The deputy commander-in-chief Su Lai is known for his selfless character and resolute character. In another historical time and space, during the decades of military career of the deputy commander-in-chief, he has always been
Go to the toughest places, do the most dangerous jobs, and fight the hardest battles.
From the deputy commander-in-chief of the Eighth Route Army in the Anti-Japanese War, to the CEO of the Liberation War, to the commander of the Volunteer Army in the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea, he can be found in the most dangerous places.
His life can never be overestimated by the fact that he dedicated himself to death and then died.
Although Gao Hongming asked himself that he was far from having such a high level of consciousness, this did not prevent him from being willing to do his part for the troubled Chinese nation.
After listening to the deputy commander's words, he nodded heavily, with a hint of coldness in his eyes.
one day later
In a courtyard in a small village more than 30 kilometers away from Liao County, the main commanders of the 129th Division and above the regiment level gathered together. Participants included Commander Liu, Political Commissar Deng, and Brigade Commander Wang of the 385th Brigade, and Commander Wang of the 386th Brigade.
Brigadier Chen and the dozens of regiment leaders below filled the huge courtyard to the brim.
Gao Hongming, like other regiment leaders, sat on a small bench and listened quietly to Master Liu's assignment of tasks.
Mr. Liu, who was wearing a pair of black-rimmed glasses, still looked elegant and spoke in a slow and unhurried manner. Behind him was a large blackboard. As he spoke, Mr. Liu used chalk to draw schematic diagrams on the blackboard.
"Our combat mission this time is as follows. With the 32nd Regiment attached to the 385th Brigade as the right wing, the main force will attack the enemy strongholds in Guantou, Pavilion, Xiaolingdi and other places; with the 386th Brigade, we will decisively kill the 1st Column.
The independent regiment, together with the newly formed third regiment as the left wing team, captured Yushe, Yanbi and other strongholds; the newly formed 10th brigade was used as the Pingliao detachment to attack the Pingliao highway and the northern section of Shunnan highway to intercept the enemy's southern reinforcements; Etaiyue
The 17th and 57th Regiments of the Military Region formed the Qinbei Detachment to attack the section from Qinxian County to Fenshuiling on the Baijin Road to pin down the enemy who was reinforced by the Baijin Railway.
Everyone must remember that our plan is to achieve the goal in three days. If the battle does not go smoothly after three days, it will have an unexpected impact on our plan, so everyone must act quickly, understand?"
"Understood!" The following person agreed loudly.
But some people also raised questions, "Sir, everyone has a mission, what about our group?"
The person who raised the question was none other than Gao Hongming.
Commander Liu and Political Commissar Deng looked at each other and smiled. Political Commissar Deng smiled and said: "Captain Gao, of course your regiment has a mission. Because your regiment has the largest number of troops among our participating troops, the strongest firepower, and the most complete equipment.
is a unit, so we are very cautious about the use of your regiment."
Political Commissar Deng was worthy of his background in ideological work. In a few words, he not only resolved Gao Hongming's doubts, but also indirectly praised the Liantai Militia, which made people feel very comfortable.
Gao Hongming also laughed after hearing this, "Political Commissar Deng, you don't have to worry about me, just assign me tasks, I will resolutely implement them."
"OK……"
Political Commissar Deng looked at Commander Liu. Military operations were Commander Liu's specialty, so he would not do anything for him.
Commander Liu walked to the map, picked up a small wooden stick and pointed at it and said: "Commander Gao, I wonder if you have discovered a problem. Although I have assigned combat missions to each regiment just now, we are facing the biggest problem.
The problem is the lack of offensive weapons, so your two artillery battalions have become the key to whether we can capture various Japanese strongholds as well as Liao County and Yushe County as scheduled.
My suggestion is to temporarily break up the two artillery battalions in your hands and assign them to various participating units, and then let them return to the unit after the Yuliao Battle is completed. What do you think?"
When Master Liu said this, the surrounding group leaders were slightly startled, and then looked at Gao Hongming.
You must know that the Liantai Militia can be said to be Gao Hongming's personal armed force, and it was also built by him. Now Commander Liu wants to break up his two artillery battalions and use them. Can people agree?
Gao Hongming looked at Mr. Liu, and their eyes met. Gao Hongming found that Mr. Liu still had a kind smile on his face, and Gao Hongming immediately smiled slightly: "Of course... why don't you agree.
Our Second Artillery Battalion has a total of three artillery companies. Each artillery company has six M2 105mm howitzers. Each company can provide artillery support for an infantry regiment.
The 1st Artillery Battalion also has three artillery batteries, each of which has 4 M40 155mm self-propelled howitzers. Logically speaking, we can also split the 1st Artillery Battalion into three parts, but I think the 1st Artillery Battalion should not be split into three parts for the time being.
good.
Because next we have to attack two county towns, Liao County and Yushe County. County towns are different from strongholds, and artillery fire must be used concentratedly to achieve maximum effect.
Of course, the above are just my personal suggestions, and it’s up to you to decide how to use it.”
When Gao Hongming said the garden he agreed to, Mr. Liu's heart dropped to the ground.
Before that, he had discussed privately with Political Commissar Deng that if Gao Hongming firmly disagreed with splitting up the artillery, they could not force it and were even mentally prepared to modify the battle plan.
However, their worries were obviously unnecessary. Gao Hongming not only readily agreed to the proposal to split the artillery force, but also gave suggestions. This made the two of them feel extremely relieved while their hearts dropped. Gao Hongming was worthy of the
He is a person who considers the overall situation and understands the general situation.
Commander Liu also said cheerfully: "What Commander Gao said makes sense, then divide the two artillery battalions into four parts according to Commander Gao's proposal. Among them, the First Artillery Battalion is responsible for assisting the Independent Regiment, the New First Regiment and the New Second Regiment.
The regiment attacked Liao County, and the 2nd Artillery Battalion was temporarily assigned to the 385th Brigade to attack the enemy strongholds in Guantou, Pushang, Xiaolingdi and other places, and finally attacked Liao County.
As for Commander Gao's Liantai Militia, it serves as the division's general reserve team, ready to deal with emergencies at any time.
This is the combat plan for now, do you have any questions?"
The group leaders looked at each other, and one group leader suddenly said loudly: "Report... I have a question that I would like to ask Captain Gao to answer."
Gao Hongming looked at him strangely, "Are you..."
"Captain Gao, I am Xu Dashu, commander of the 769th Regiment of the 385th Brigade. I would like to ask you, what is the limit on the amount of ammunition we have when calling for artillery support?"
"Limitations on the amount of ammunition?" Gao Hongming looked a little strange for a moment. This was the first time he heard such a question.
Seeing Gao Hongming's strange expression, Xu Dashu hesitated and asked: "Captain Gao, do you think each of the artillery provided to us can use ten rounds?"
"Yes, Commander Gao." Another regiment commander also said: "Due to the lack of heavy weapons in our troops, heavy casualties will occur every time we attack fortresses. We really need artillery support. If we don't have ten rounds of artillery shells, five rounds will be enough."
It’s okay, do you think it’s okay?”
Five rounds per gun?
Seeing these group leaders looking at him with burning eyes, with a little light of prayer in their eyes, Gao Hongming suddenly felt sour in his heart. These martyrs who fought bloody battles for New China could even give up their lives, but the most important thing they asked for was
I can give them a few more rounds of artillery shells.
He sniffed and tried to calm down his surging mood. He smiled and said to the group leaders: "It's my fault...it's all my fault for not explaining the matter clearly to everyone. Don't worry, everyone, there is no one else in our Liantai Militia Group."
, there are still some shells.
According to our artillery combat requirements, each 105-caliber artillery will carry two base shells during wartime. In our regiment, the number of shells for one base is 80 shells, including 50 high-explosive anti-personnel shells and 20 semi-penetrating shells.
Armor blasting bombs, 10 poison gas bombs. In other words, a battery has a total of 640 artillery shells.
Of course, if the war lasts for a long time and there is insufficient ammunition, you can ask the artillery battalion to contact the logistics department and ask them to transport ammunition."
After Gao Hongming finished speaking, the whole courtyard was quiet. Most people were shocked by Gao Hongming's rich style, especially Xu Dashu. Just now he was asking Gao Hongming about the restrictions on a few shells. In the blink of an eye, they told him, you
The layout is smaller, and the ammunition we have here is calculated based on the base number.
When some regimental commanders heard that there were so many cannonballs for them to squander, their eyes turned red. This was the first time in many years that they could squander cannonballs so openly and openly.
However, after the excitement, someone immediately reacted, "Captain Gao...I just heard that your artillery battalion is also equipped with poison gas bombs?"
"Yes!" Gao Hongming gave him a strange look, "Captain Xu, what little devils like most is to release poison gas. Isn't it normal for us to equip some poison gas bombs just in case?"
"Hiss..." Many group leaders looked at each other and took a breath... Oh my god... we also have poison gas bombs?
Brigadier Wang of the 385th Brigade on the side couldn't help laughing: "That's great. In the past, we could only let the devils release poisonous gas on us. Now it's better. We can also retaliate against the little devils in kind."
"yes!"
Xu Dashu excitedly slapped the commander: "Division commander, brigade commander, isn't the Japs' stronghold strong? Let's not fight so hard. We might as well shoot all the gas bombs from the beginning and let them have a taste."
The taste of poisonous gas, this way not only the casualties will be greatly reduced, but also a large number of weapons and equipment can be seized, isn't this good?"
"Yes!" After hearing this, the heads of each group also lit up their eyes and started discussing in low voices.
"Play the piano randomly!"
Seeing such a scene, Commander Liu couldn't help but feel angry and amused at the same time, and reprimanded: "Captain Gao assigned the artillery to you to enhance your ability to attack difficulties, not to release poisonous gas specifically for you.
The release of poisonous gas is purely a last resort. No one is allowed to let the artillery release poisonous gas until the last moment without the joint approval of me, Political Commissar Deng, and Commander Gao. Otherwise, do you all understand the military law?"
"I understand!" the group leaders agreed in unison.
Seeing the resentful expressions on many people's faces, Mr. Liu shook his head helplessly. Although gas bombs are powerful and effective, they are also like Pandora's box. If not used correctly, it will hurt others and yourself, so in
You must be careful when using poisonous gas.
After deciding on their respective combat missions, the captains of each regiment were very excited. For the first time in many years, they had the support of heavy artillery, and the shells were almost opened for them to fire.
For many people, this is the first time they have fought in such a lavish battle for so many years as soldiers.
But then they pestered Brigadier Wang of the 385th Brigade. Although the brigade was equipped with three artillery batteries, there were still more than a dozen regiments missing from the troops participating in the battle. Who should be equipped with these three artillery batteries and who should not be equipped with them?
The power lies in the hands of the brigade commander.
After confirming the battle plan, the regimental commanders began to return to their respective units. Brigadier Wang also found Gao Hongming, held his hand and expressed his gratitude, which made Gao Hongming feel a little embarrassed.
Brigadier Wang held his hand and talked for a long time before leaving...