As the deputy commander-in-chief who arrived early, the sound of gunfire from Snake Ridge shocked Ando's soul even more.
According to the original attack plan, after the leading troops completed the encirclement, the troops rested first to recharge their batteries.
At three o'clock in the afternoon, twenty armored tanks cooperated with the artillery positions to launch a carpet bombardment on the independent regiment's camps and positions. First, they destroyed the independent regiment's effective forces and weakened its defensive capabilities.
After the shelling, the east and west armies each used tanks to clear the way. They launched a ground attack on the independent regiment, trying to attack the camp in one fell swoop and completely eliminate it.
If the first wave of attacks fails, according to the enemy's exposed firepower, twenty tanks will maneuver and carry out point-and-point attacks on the independent regiment's defenses until all defense facilities are destroyed.
Ishii particularly emphasized that once an encirclement is formed, it must be strictly guarded and let Tuba Road truly become the turtle in the urn. It must never be allowed to wait for an opportunity to break out of the encirclement.
Therefore, when Ishikawa Shiro proposed to rush to Snake Ridge, Ando said: "If an artillery brigade of more than 500 people cannot hold its position, it is a fool and it is dereliction of duty. We have only one task: to defend the encirclement."
Ishikawa Shiro said: "Captain, this offensive operation, whether it is planning or sending troops, is airtight. How did Tubal Road discover its whereabouts?"
After listening to Ishikawa Shiro's question, Ando smiled bitterly: "This is not difficult to explain. There is only one answer. Tubalu is extremely cunning."
Ishikawa Shiro then scolded: "Tuba Road, dead, dead."
The curses here had just subsided. The Japanese troops at Sheling had already arrived at the east and west ends of Sheling. They fired wildly with machine guns and rifles. In just a few seconds, a total of nine soldiers from the first and second squadrons were killed. Five soldiers were seriously injured.
Seeing a small force of dozens of people, the commander fired and ordered the team to rush down the hillside and completely eliminate Tubal Road.
Under the double blow of my grenade and light machine gun, the Japanese suffered heavy casualties and finally rushed downhill.
At this time, the squad leader decisively gave the order. Machine guns and grenade launchers were fired while retreating. Other team members escorted the seriously wounded and immediately withdrew from the battle.
A few dozen seconds before and after, the two detachments rushed down the mound one after another and retreated in the east and west directions.
At this time, the third team had rushed to Snake Ridge and started a firefight with nearly 200 Japanese soldiers who stayed behind.
Although the numbers of both sides were equal, the remaining Japanese troops only had rifles and weak firepower.
However, our twenty-eight light machine guns were lined up in a row, forming a firepower network of tens of meters. The Japanese were beaten and fled southward in panic. Some hid behind the gun body and resisted stubbornly.
When the Japanese chasing the first and second detachments heard the sound of gunshots coming from above Snake Ridge, they turned around and returned under the command of the commander. They swarmed towards Snake Ridge.
A storm of blows. The third team paid the price of six deaths and nine injuries, and finally seized the artillery position.
At this time, Battalion Commander Gao issued three passwords in succession...
The deputy battalion led a platoon to escort the seriously injured and evacuated first. The first company commander led the demolition team to carry out the demolition. The other team members spread to the east and west sides to cover the demolition team.
The deputy battalion commander gave the order. Twelve blasters held homemade explosive packages and rushed to the gun positions. They quickly placed the explosive packages under the gun body and then took out matches.
The deputy battalion commander then shouted: "Light the fire."
After the ignition is completed, the fuse of the explosive pack spurts out sparks and white smoke.
The deputy battalion commander shouted again: "Withdraw."
The demolition crew ran to a safe area in one breath. At this time, the Japanese troops at both ends of Snake Ridge had climbed to the top of the slope. The distance was less than 200 meters. Battalion Commander Gao then issued an order for the entire third team to retreat.
Under the command of Battalion Commander Gao, the team members ran as fast as flying to the northern edge of the ridge. They heard a loud rumble behind them. Twelve mountain cannons flew into the air and were blown to pieces.
Seeing the broken cannon bodies falling one after another, the Japanese commander stamped his feet and beat his chest, shouting three times in a row.
10
Hearing the explosion on Snake Ridge, Ando knew that the situation was over.
In a rage, Ando scolded the artillery brigade and called it a fool.
What was completely different from Ando was that after the explosion at Snake Ridge, Shanzi was so excited that he patted his head three times in a row.
Not only Shanzi, but also Yumei and Zhao Danian. Everyone has a cheerful smile on their face.
Unexpectedly, at this moment, the rumbling sound of a motor came from the No. 1 position.
Listening, Shanzi blurted out: "It's a tank."
Zhao Danian smiled and said: "Thank you to Commander Wang for his cleverness in burying so many wine jars. Otherwise, I would have suffered a big loss this time."
Yumei said: "This time I have gained a lot of experience. I can understand what tanks are like."
Speaking of which, Shanzi had already grabbed the phone that had just been moved from the announcement room.
After shaking twice, Shanzi said: "Please take over position No. 1."
In the blink of an eye, Xiaohu's voice came from the microphone: "It's the leader, right? It's lively this time. The Japanese drove twenty iron turtles from the north of the stone arch bridge. The wine jars came in handy. You're really good. I'm convinced." "
Shanzi's face was serious and his tone was lukewarm: "Li Xiaohu, please listen carefully. Once the turtle crawls over, you must pull the wine jar in time and be sure to do it accurately."
Xiaohu said: "Don't worry, Captain. As long as Huzi is here, nothing can be done wrong in the world."
Shanzi sneered: "Open your mouth wide and blow hard. Blow the iron turtle into the sky."
After saying that, Shanzi hung up the phone.
As soon as he picked up the teapot with his right hand and put the teacup against his lips, the phone dinged.
Grabbing the microphone, Shanzi drank some water and swallowed: "I am Shanzi. Please speak."
There was another shout from Xiao Hu: "What are you doing? Why are you hanging up the phone? Hu Zi has an important report. The Iron Turtle has broken up. One group is crawling south. The other group is lying in front of my house."
Shanzi said: "It's none of your business where you go. Just watch your own door."
Xiaohu scolded: "It's grandma's. It's a pity that the grenade can't reach it. I wish I had beat it like a bear."
There was a click. Shanzi hung up the phone again.
Zhao Danian said: "Judging from the terrain, the disbanded tanks must be heading towards the second position."
Shanzi nodded slightly. Then he stood up and said, "It's already dawn. I'll go to the position to observe the enemy's situation."
Yumei then stood up: "Zikai, Deputy Commander Zhao is at the regiment headquarters. I will go with you."
Shanzi said: "Sit down. It's not time to charge into battle yet."
Yumei turned her eyes and looked at Xiaoru: "Ruhan, you and Xiaoliu go with Zikai. According to the regulations, once the enemy launches an attack, the regiment leader must be dragged back."
Xiaoru stood up and saluted: "Yes. Xiaoru promises to do it."
While talking, Shanzi had already walked behind Zhao Danian.
Not far out of the regiment headquarters, Xiao Liu suddenly shouted: "Commander, please wait a moment. I'll go back and get the binoculars."
Shanzi and Xiaoru stopped at the same time.
After a while, he brought the telescope. Shanzi said: "Xiao Liu, you have to go back."
Xiao Liu's eyelids flashed. He asked blankly: "What are you going back for?"
Shanzi then said: "Cut off your ear and keep it at the regiment headquarters. When you remember to use it, run back and take it to the position."
After hearing Shanzi's sarcasm, Xiaoru burst into laughter and Xiaoliu rubbed his ears.
After laughing, Xiaoru asked: "Where to go first."
Shanzi walked and said, "Li Dachui."
It was about 500 meters from the regiment headquarters to position No. 1. When he arrived at the position, Shanzi could see clearly...
Ten Japanese tanks were spaced more than a hundred meters apart. They were lined up in an open flat field. In the space between the tanks, the Japanese and puppet troops were lying horizontally and vertically. They seemed to be sleeping soundly.
The Japanese and puppet troops on the eastern front were the same as those on the western front. They deployed more than 1,500 troops. These two groups of Japanese and puppet troops connected with the Japanese troops on the northern and southern fronts, forming an oval encirclement.