Chapter four hundred and seventy second, what should come is still here.
"Since we can't break up with the Japanese yet, do we have any other choice?" Hull shrugged his shoulders and said: "If God wants to destroy it, he must first make it crazy. Since the ambition of the Japanese is in the way,
If he can't help it, then let's add more fire to him and let them get burned as soon as possible!" "Well said, let the Japanese touch this hard nail. I also look forward to the mysterious and mysterious look in Stilwell's eyes.
How powerful is the powerful Shandong Group Army, and whether it can withstand the long-premeditated all-out attack by the Japanese!"
The matter had nothing to do with him, and Roosevelt seemed extremely relaxed about it. He had even been looking forward to this good show for a long time, hoping that the Shandong Group Army could once again show its prowess and seriously weaken the strength of the Japanese. As for the Shandong Group Army, the Shandong Group Army ultimately lost.
Whether we win or not, how many people will die in this battle is not Roosevelt's concern.
After a pause, Roosevelt smiled and said: "Since even the Japanese know how to engage in diplomatic offensives, we in the United States of America cannot be inferior to the Japanese! This information needs to be fed back to the Chinese people immediately so that they can prepare for war.
Although the United States of America cannot prevent the war, as peace-loving people we will always stand on the side of China!"
"What? Are you saying that the Japanese devils will attack the Shandong Peninsula with all their strength soon? Haha, these devils can't help it after all!" Meng Wu'an soon received a call from Stilwell. He was surprised at first and then very worried.
He calmed down quickly. This news had been expected for a long time, and it came much later than expected.
Knowing the seriousness, Stilwell couldn't calm down at all, and said with great concern: "This time is absolutely extraordinary. The Japanese are determined to annihilate the Shandong Group Army. Don't be careless!" "Don't worry, the little devil will destroy me.
It’s not just a day or two! The commander-in-chief and the brothers of the Shandong Group Army have been fully prepared for a long time. If the little Japs don’t go, if they dare to go, they will be beaten with blood and bones!”
Meng Wuan's tone was still very calm, even though he was not calm in his heart. He knew that even if he resisted, he would have to pay a huge price in casualties, but how could a hero be short of breath at this time? I really don't know where Meng Wuan got the confidence, but he didn't have any confidence at all.
Not nervous, Stilwell really didn’t know what to say, so he could only say blessing:
"Well, my friends, I wish you victory and make the cruel and unkind Japanese pay a heavy price!" "Thank you, my friends! The news you sent is very important and very helpful to us. I have something else to say now.
It’s an urgent matter, I’ll invite you over for a drink another day!”
Meng Wu'an was not in the mood to continue chatting. After sending a good guy card, he hung up the phone and quickly ordered Shi Weifu to send an urgent telegram home. In fact, there was no need for Meng Wu'an to send a telegram in a hurry. At this time, the Japanese were about to launch a massive attack.
The news has spread, because there are actually many Americans in Qingdao Industrial Park.
As soon as the United States received Japan's formal diplomatic note, Roosevelt passed the news to American companies that had business dealings and cooperative relations with Jiang Qiang, so that American personnel in and on their way to the Shandong Peninsula could evacuate from danger in a timely manner.
War zone. "These little devils are getting better and better at playing, and they even need to issue notices before going to war?"
Jiang Qiang was very calm after receiving the news. Even if the little devil didn't come, he would have to find something to do. Not only were the veterans trained to be strong, but they also had endless strength and excellent military skills. They were already gearing up.
, I want to have a real fight with the little devil.
The more than 100,000 newly trained reserve recruits are also looking forward to the continued expansion of the army, quick battles, and meritorious service, and then promotion and salary increase to become the real Shandong Group Army! Although they have been prepared for a long time, the mobilization work before the war
But it was indispensable. Jiang Qiang immediately asked Wang Qiang to call the headquarters and convene an emergency meeting with officers above the brigade level.
At the same time, the Third Anti-Japanese Guerrilla Detachment stationed in Yutai County and Jinxiang County also received the news. Ma Yaonan immediately convened an emergency military meeting. After everyone arrived, Ma Yaonan said in a heavy tone: "
The Japanese have been preparing for more than a year. In addition to the Twelfth Army stationed in Shandong, the Japanese have also mobilized troops from two armies, with an estimated combat force of 300,000."
Yang Guofu nodded heavily and said: "Yes, the Japanese have taken the weight this time and are determined to kill them! An unprecedented bloody battle is inevitable! Especially our third detachment is at the forefront and will definitely bear the brunt."
Ma Xiaoyun's fiery temper was still the same, and he said loudly: "What are you afraid of? We are now much stronger than before. We have built a large number of permanent defenses. If the little devil wants to break through our defense zone, he will have to sacrifice his life to fill it!"
Ma Xiaoyun did not boast. Since the capture of Yutai, the third detachment has ushered in a period of rapid development. Not only has the total strength expanded to more than 10,000 men, but it has also been equipped with a large number of new weapons, heavy firepower, and even tanks and combat vehicles.
There are more than ten vehicles. Compared with the previous guerrilla fighting in the mountains, the third detachment is countless times stronger. Especially with the support of solid fortifications, its combat effectiveness cannot be underestimated.
Ye Gengxin chuckled and said: "Captain Ma, the little devil has a lot of background this time. He will definitely be equipped with a large number of heavy siege artillery, and there will also be a powerful air force for bombing. Although we are not what we used to be, we still have to do everything possible.
Prepare. Especially to be prepared for large-scale bombing by the Japanese, so I think we still have to ask for help from our friendly brothers, at least to prevent the Japanese from carrying out unscrupulous bombings."
"Yes, this is what I'm most worried about!" Ma Yaonan nodded, and then said: "We have no air control at all, and the little devil will definitely attack us first and use us as a breakthrough point. So no matter from which aspect, we
We all have to huddle together for warmth, and I believe that Commander Yang will not stand idly by.
At the same time, in order to prevent unexpected events, we have to relocate and resettle the people. The little devils are a group of inhuman beasts. They will not care about the casualties of civilians!" "What Commander Ma said is absolutely true. We need to mobilize as soon as possible.
, first move most of the people to the rear, and at the same time, you need to get in touch with Commander-in-Chief Jiang of the Shandong Army for joint defense.
This time the little devils came with bad intentions. Since they dared to attack the Shandong Army, it means that things are not that simple. And we are blocking the front, and the terrain is in the plains. We are the weakest link in the entire defense system. The little devils are sure
Will open a gap from us!"
Huo Shilian nodded and emphasized in a very solemn tone: "I have a feeling that this war will be extremely brutal. If we win, we will be able to firmly establish ourselves. If we lose, we will have to fight guerrilla warfare as before.
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So no matter what, we must prepare for the worst and consider all aspects carefully. At this time, everyone should not have any scruples and small calculations!" Since the colors of the two sides are not unified, whether it is military defense, social security, or
Regarding the economy and people's livelihood, the Third Detachment and the Chinese Tiger Army are in a relatively independent state of "well water does not interfere with river water".
This time the Japanese army assembled 300,000 to 400,000 combat troops and launched a long-planned encirclement and annihilation campaign against the Shandong Army. Ma Yaonan and others felt extremely heavy. Especially the third detachment's defense area bordered the Japanese-occupied area and was a relatively weak force.
One link, once the war starts, there is no need to think about it, they will definitely bear the brunt!
After careful discussion, Ma Yaonan and others decided to stick to Yutai County and Jinxiang County and fight the Japanese invaders to the end. At the same time, in order to avoid unnecessary casualties, the people in the area were evacuated to the rear in advance.
Soon, large-scale military mobilization and civilian evacuation began in Yutai County and Jinxiang County. At the same time, as news continued to spread and large-scale military mobilization occurred, the atmosphere in the entire Shandong Province became extremely depressed.
The relaxation and laughter of the past.
Especially those refugees and family members who have just got their lives back on track are extremely worried and panicked.
They finally found a paradise of happiness and stability, but they were afraid that everything in front of them would be destroyed by war again, and that they would suffer the tragic fate of family destruction and death. But just worrying was useless. The little devil had been planning for a long time and had deep grudges.
This time I will definitely not hit the wall or look back!
In the early morning of July 28, Baoding Prefecture. This time the Japanese army assembled 300,000 elite troops to encircle and suppress the Shandong Group Army, including the Twelfth Army and the newly formed Thirteenth Army. In addition, the commander of the North China Front Army, Shun Tada, also deployed two divisions.
The regiment came to join the battle.
In order to facilitate command and make decisions on the fly, Tada Shun temporarily moved the North China Front Army Headquarters to Baoding Prefecture. Last night, several old Japanese soldiers stayed up late to discuss the drill. It was not until around midnight that the few old Japanese soldiers had a sound sleep.
The sky was just a little bright, and Tada Shun got up from the tatami and took small steps to the balcony. As soon as he walked out of the room, a cool fresh air hit his face, which made Tada Shun's spirit suddenly shaken. "Yoshi,
What a peaceful and refreshing summer morning!”
Tada Shun closed his eyes and enjoyed it for a while, then opened his eyes and looked at the white fish belly exposed on the eastern sky, and said quietly: "The sky has finally dawned, and the long-awaited moment has finally arrived."
"Gah!" As soon as Tada Shun finished speaking, Naosaburo Okabe, who was standing next to him, nodded and agreed: "If the Imperial Army can pass this big test, both its combat power and confidence will be greatly improved!
The Imperial Japanese Army will be invincible and win every battle. But if it suffers another serious setback, the consequences will be disastrous!" Kawabe Shozo also looked solemn and murmured: "This cunning and powerful opponent has become the great enemy of Japan.
If we can eradicate this serious trouble in the empire, no matter how high the price is, it will be worth it!"
"That's right. This time, the Imperial Japanese Army can only win and not lose! As long as everyone is united, even the most powerful enemy will not be able to stop the advance of the Imperial Japanese Army! Pass on the order and proceed according to the original plan!"
Tada Shun's eyes flashed with fierce murderous intent. This was his first battle as the commander of the North China Front. No matter what, he had to win a heart-wrenching victory. Otherwise, he would not be able to explain to the base camp and the emperor. "Hai!" He
Bian Zhengsan nodded heavily and then walked back to the room to make a phone call.
The specific combat plan has long been determined through detailed discussions and deductions. The issuance of combat orders at this time is just a formality. In fact, this encirclement and annihilation battle was destined to be a head-to-head positional battle and a fortified battle from the beginning. It was really impossible.
How many places can you use your strategy?
"All artillery positions are available! Fire immediately!" As soon as the combat order was issued, the Japanese artillery, which had been calibrated to shoot at Zhu Yuan, opened up its firepower and launched a fierce bombardment on the first line of defense of the third detachment.
"The 10th Squadron takes off immediately and bombs the target Chang'an County!" "The 83rd Squadron takes off immediately and bombs the target Zouping County!"
Knowing that the Shandong Army had an extremely powerful air force, the Japanese not only deployed a large amount of anti-aircraft firepower, mobilized the Third Flying Group to participate in the battle, but also had a fleet anchored in the Bohai Bay.
The Army Air Force and Hainan Airlines have more than 600 combat aircraft in total, so the Little Japanese Air Force is still very confident and is not as afraid to take the lead as before.
Just as Ma Yaonan and others expected, the enemy's target at the first attack was not the solid fortress of the Shandong Army, but the relatively weak defense line of the third detachment.
"It's bad! The Japanese have launched an attack in advance!" "Quick, everyone hides and enters the anti-bomb hole!" "Ah, what is this sound?" "Quick, pass the order, everyone is in combat mode!"
However, what Ma Yaonan and others did not expect was that the Japanese did not follow the routine. It was not August 1 as expected, but a full three days in advance. Naturally, it was impossible to defend the county alone. The third detachment
Many bunkers and fortifications were built in villages and small highlands outside the two county towns.
Therefore, the Japs' first target could only be these peripheral bunkers and fortifications. Hundreds of large and small caliber artillery shells were fired at the same time, and violent explosions continued one after another, suddenly breaking the tranquility of the early morning.
The surrounding positions of the third detachment were shaken instantly, and smoke billowed. Every defensive bunker and fortification was severely damaged. Many soldiers were killed and shocked to death while they were still sleeping! The sound of violent explosions came like thunder.
The officers and soldiers in the rear defense line and the third detachment in the two county towns woke up one after another. They didn't know what had happened when they heard the noise.
Everyone immediately got out of bed, got dressed, picked up their weapons, and entered combat mode. "Yoshi, the effect is great! These Tubal Roads are dead!"
After a few rounds of artillery fire, a large number of fortresses and fortifications of the third detachment were severely damaged. No one could be seen in the telescope after putting down the telescope. Fujimuro Ryosuke, the captain of the 77th Japanese Regiment, clicked with satisfaction.
Nodding. After the bombardment ended, Fujimuro Ryosuke immediately said to the messenger next to him:
"Order the Okamoto Brigade to immediately launch an attack on the Tubal Road position and capture this small village as quickly as possible." "Hai!" The Japanese messenger immediately picked up the phone and shook it. "Forward, assault!"
After receiving the order, the Okamoto brigade dispatched a squadron of Japanese soldiers. Under the cover of five tanks, they moved towards the smoke-filled Chinese position in front. "Comrades, quickly enter the position, the Japanese have begun to attack!"
"Quick, prepare to fight!" "The rocket launcher is aimed at the Japanese tank!" The officers and soldiers of the third detachment soon discovered the Japanese figure, and they all got out of the anti-gun holes and entered the position, looking for their own attack targets!
Wangbianzhuang, Yutai County. The provincial highway runs through Wangbianzhuang and leads directly to Yutai County. If the Japanese mechanized troops, especially the heavy artillery, want to reach Changshan County, Wangbianzhuang is a must-win place. Therefore, from a certain perspective, Wangbianzhuang is
The military importance of the barrier and gateway to Changshan County is self-evident. The third detachment began building fortifications a year ago and is now quite large, with a regiment of troops stationed at Wangbianzhuang.
In addition to the main position in the village, Wangbian Village also has two important peripheral positions, namely the Guan Gong Temple position in the southwest corner of the village entrance and the Niulangpo position in the northwest corner. The terrain of these two positions is not high, and the absolute height of the ground is only
Thirty to forty meters high, but they are two very critical commanding heights for Wangbianzhuang with flat terrain.
Therefore, defense fortifications were carefully built on these two small highlands. Not only was a reinforced concrete main fort built at the highest point, but also two semi-permanent annular trenches reinforced with cement and wood were built around the main fort. In front of the trenches there were
Barbed wire fences were pulled up, a lot of mines were laid, and basically all the defensive methods that could be thought of and used were used.
The garrison strength of Guangongmiao position and Niulangpo position is an infantry company of 140 people, and is equipped with 3 combat anti-cannons, 4 flat-fire cannons, 8 heavy machine guns, 3 anti-aircraft machine guns and other defensive weapons. From the perspective of defense alone,
In terms of troop allocation and firepower allocation, these two positions are not weak and are fully capable of fighting.
However, this time they faced the elite Japanese troops who had been recuperating for a long time and had suppressed their anger. As soon as the war started, the Japanese launched a blanket saturation bombardment at all costs. Especially the dozen or so 150mm heavy artillery of the Japanese,
It was so powerful that it not only caused serious damage to the trench fortifications, but also caused considerable damage to the main castle.
Caught off guard, the officers and soldiers of the third detachment stationed on two small highlands suffered heavy casualties, and there was a brief panic. When the artillery fire stopped, the company commander Zhuo Mingzhe knew that the Japanese must have launched a formal attack, and he quickly stood up and walked to the top of the bunker.
Pick up the telescope and look around.
Sure enough, the little Japanese infantry continued to advance towards the Guan Gong Temple position under the cover of several tanks, and the visual distance was no more than 4 kilometers. "Immediately called the regiment headquarters, and the Japanese launched an attack on the Guan Gong Temple position. It was initially estimated that the Japanese had a squadron.
troops, and six tanks as cover."
Zhuo Mingzhe first asked the signal corps to report the situation, and then issued an order for everyone to enter the position and immediately fight the Japanese. However, at this moment, there was a roar of motors in the sky in the distance. Zhuo Mingzhe quickly looked up and saw
A group of black spots were flying rapidly from the southwest. Without even thinking, Zhuo Mingzhe knew that this must be a Japanese plane bombing, and he immediately shouted loudly: "Hurry and take cover, the Japanese bombers are coming!"
"Fuck your ancestors! Are you done with the little devil?" "Quickly enter the bombproof hole!" "Hide!"
As soon as they got out and prepared to enter the position, they did not expect that the Japanese bombers came again at this time, and everyone had to enter the bunker to hide again. Soon, the Japanese planes flew over the Guan Gong Temple and Niulangpo positions, throwing heavy bombs crazily.
Bomb, once again carry out saturation bombing at all costs!
Boom boom boom, the violent explosion caused the entire small slope to shake violently, and the carefully built defenses were severely tested again. Several trenches were directly hit by heavy bombs, and a large area collapsed, even if they were solid with cement and wood.
, there is no way to completely withstand the powerful explosion shock wave.
In particular, the Japanese also dropped sulfur bombs, igniting several trenches, and the wooden support pillars crackled and burned. The main castle on the top of the slope received special attention. Fortunately, the third detachment spent a lot of money at that time, and the reinforced concrete on the outer wall had two
It is as thick as 3 meters, otherwise it would be impossible to withstand such high-intensity saturation bombing.
They came and went in a hurry. Three minutes later, the group of Japanese bombers flew away without daring to show off. However, these three minutes were extremely long for the officers and soldiers of the third detachment. The deafening explosions made them
The human eardrums buzzed, and the extremely strong shock wave caused the five stomach and six internal organs to churn.
Crunching, six Type 97 tanks slowly pushed forward, the black barrels exuding the cold breath of death.
After finally surviving it, everyone got out of the artillery hole in a daze. At this time, they saw that the Japanese infantry, led by tanks, had rushed within three kilometers of the position. "Fire! Hit hard!" "Kill these iron bastards first."
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After surviving the Japanese shelling and bombing, the Chinese defenders entered their respective combat positions. Soon the three anti-tank guns and four flat-fire cannons adjusted their shooting angles and fired first at the Japanese tank at the front.
After several violent gunshots, 6 shells were seen hitting the target, hitting the front armor of the Japanese tank and making craters in the little Japanese tank. Unfortunately, the tanks dispatched by the Japanese were all newly modified medium tanks.
, the frontal defense is not weak. Although it suffered a lot of damage from this round of shelling, it was not fatal.
"Baga! Fire immediately! Kill the Chinese defenders' artillery!" The Japanese tank soldiers were frightened. They clearly felt that the damage to the vehicle body was not small. If they were hit by two more rounds, they would probably lose their skin even if they were not dead. Even if they adjusted quickly,
The gun barrel quickly fired back at the exposed Chinese artillery.
"Get out of the way!" Seeing the Japanese tank's black hole muzzle pointed at him, Chen Binyi, the combat artillery gunner, yelled quickly, and then quickly squatted down to avoid it. In addition, the reaction speed of several soldiers around him was also slow.
Slowly, they squatted down one after another.
Almost at the same time, two Japanese artillery shells roared in, and with a violent explosion, a large hole was opened in the trench bunker protruding from the ground. Countless shrapnel and earth and rock fragments were shot everywhere like a torrential rain. Fortunately, he was quick to see the opportunity and again
In addition, the firing hole of the anti-war artillery was not large. Although the power of this Japanese artillery shell was not small, it did not cause any substantial casualties.
"You damn little Japs, you're not too slow to counterattack! Load the armor-piercing rounds immediately, and you can't let the Japs tanks rush up!" Chen Binyi shook the dust off his head, and immediately calibrated the muzzle and aimed it at a moving vehicle again.
Japanese tank. At this time, the loader had finished loading the shells. "Go to hell!" Chen Binyi immediately pulled the operating lever. There was a bang and the anti-tank gun suddenly shook, and a 37mm armor-piercing round roared out.
out.
In the blink of an eye, Chen Binyi saw the artillery shell accurately hit the bottom of the Jaap tank's turret. This time the armor-piercing shell was so powerful that it directly punched a hole and got into the Jaap tank. The Jaap tank lay down directly. Although there was no explosion, it
But there were puffs of thick smoke, and it seemed that he had probably lost his combat effectiveness.