Regarding Yang Zhen's plan to form two tank regiments for the advancing army, the old commander suddenly remembered why he insisted on sending the main units of the advancing army to the Fujin base for training at the same time. However, he asked the advancing army to separately deploy two infantry regiments, and
Some intellectuals went to Luobei for special training.
The commander and himself kept asking him why, but he just refused to tell. Now the old commander understood that this guy transferred these two infantry regiments there to form two tank regiments for the advancing army. It was just that there were two regiments at that time.
The equipment has no source yet, he just refuses to tell the truth.
But regarding Yang Zhen's decision, after careful consideration, the commander firmly shook his head and said: "The commander and I are very grateful that you have this idea. But are you considering forming these two tank regiments?"
What? The current situation of our troops, as well as the combat missions in the next stage, are still to be mainly light-armed troops."
"Two tank regiments, firstly, once we are separated from you and fight alone, we really can't afford to support you. Let alone gasoline and parts, we have no place to get even artillery shells. Without the source of gasoline, parts and artillery shells,
What do we need these tanks for?”
"Secondly, these tanks are not of much use in mountainous operations. Carrying them is a burden. I think we should let the matter of these two tank regiments go first. Now we should focus on
First, improve the infantry and artillery tactical literacy of the troops."
Regarding the old commander's concerns, Yang Zhen, who knew what he was thinking, smiled, but did not point it out. He just said: "Old commander, the army is still expanding. No matter whether it can be used in the next phase of the battle, but
These two regiments still need to be formed. We only have to lay the foundation first so that we won’t improvise when the time comes to use them.”
"And considering the use of the advancing army in the next battle, we are going to equip these two tank regiments with Soviet-made light tanks this time. According to our plan, these two tank regiments each have two tank battalions.
, each battalion has twenty-four T-26 tanks and twelve BT fast tanks. One anti-aircraft artillery company and one battle defense artillery company directly under the regiment, and one car-pulled artillery battalion."
"Although the Soviet-made tanks have weaker armor, they are fast and have strong cross-country capabilities, and can be used in mountain operations. Moreover, the 45mm tank gun equipped with them is quite powerful against Japanese field fortifications, especially machine gun fortifications.
OK."
"Not just tanks, we also need to train aviation personnel and equip tactical aircraft for the Kwani forces. When our production capacity increases and U.S. and British assistance is in place, we will also expand artillery equipment for the Kwani forces. The Soviet-made 70
We transferred the six-millimeter cannon to the advancing army to form two to three eight-gun artillery battalions, which can be used as horizontal direct aim and suppressive firepower."
"As for the supply of spare parts, artillery shells and gasoline after returning to the old base area. Old chief, do you really not believe that we can open up land connections with the customs in the next stage of operations? Old chief, you are so critical of us
You can’t do it without confidence.”
Yang Zhen's reply made the old commander hesitate for a moment, but he finally said: "I understand your intentions, and it's not that I don't believe that you can open up the communication line. However, the military industrial capabilities of various base areas in North China are limited, and even manufacturing grenades is very difficult.
All the supplements have to travel thousands of miles from Northeast China to North China, which puts too much pressure on you."
"However, what you said makes sense. In this way, we will accept these two tank regiments, but we will not need the Soviet-made artillery. Once you return to the pass to fight, it will put too much pressure on your logistics. In this way, you will replace the Japanese-made artillery with Soviet-made artillery.
Just leave it to us to make the Type 38 field artillery."
"It is easier for us to deal with Japanese-made artillery shells in the customs. The arsenal in the customs has also overhauled some captured Japanese artillery shells. With this foundation, you are providing some technical and equipment support. I think it is still possible to imitate them.
.And since the caliber is the same, we can also use the captured Japanese artillery shells on the spot."
The commander finally gave the nod to form a tank regiment, which meant that they had acquiesced in this matter. However, the commander was firmly opposed to the transfer of Soviet-made artillery to the Anti-Japanese Alliance. However, considering Yang Zhen’s attitude, the commander
This time, an alternative method was tactfully proposed.
Regarding the old commander's suggestion, Yang Zhen smiled and said nothing more, but turned the topic to other aspects. Some things are better not to be pushed too hard. Guo Bingxun has already prepared the firepower adjustment plan for the advancing army based on it.
A detailed plan was drawn up for the marching combat method.
Now the Staff Office and Logistics Office are allocating the required weapons and equipment according to the plan. Except for the insufficient number of light weapons and the need for readjustment, the heavy weapons are basically in place. It will be better to discuss with them when they study and implement it with the advancing army.
Now that I insist on it, I seem a bit aggressive.
After these Soviet-made artillery were in place, the gaps in the artillery were adjusted internally. Although there was still a certain shortage in quantity, they could be replaced by Japanese-made artillery captured in this battle. Moreover, many of the artillery captured by the Anti-Japanese Alliance were made by themselves.
Those that are no longer in use, such as the Type 92 infantry cannon and the Type 94 37 rapid-fire cannon, can all be allocated to the advancing army.
Moreover, the weight and power of these two types of artillery are very suitable for use as the main artillery of the advancing army. The key issue now is the 79-caliber light weapons. There is a large gap in the number of replacements for the advancing army. This batch of weapons will have to wait until
They can only be redressed after the Soviets promised to transfer them at the end of the year.
Yang Zhen, who was no longer insisting, turned to Li Yanping and said: "Political Commissar, during this period, I have mainly been thinking about negotiations with the United States and Britain. I never thought of asking, what happened to your protest at the Soviet Consulate?
Did the Soviets give us any answer?"
Hearing Yang Zhen mention this matter, Li Yanping shook his head and smiled bitterly: "Old Yang, I have contacted Kovalev. He persuaded us not to pursue this matter anymore and not to mention it again. Far East Military Region
Life is very difficult now, and Moscow has severely punished us."
"After the negotiation, the Soviet delegation had just returned to the Soviet Union. My husband, Major General Grigolenko, the staff officer of the Far East Military Region who had been responsible for contacting us, was dismissed from his post at the airport and left the Far East Military Region with the delegation, and was still detained.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Far East Military Region sent someone to escort him onto the plane."
"As for General Abanashank, the commander of the Far East Military Region, he was severely reprimanded by Moscow many times during and after the negotiations, and was almost dismissed from his post. He advised us that even for General Abanashank's sake, it is best to
You have to be patient for a while."
"Anyway, this matter has not caused us any serious consequences, so it is better to let it go. And he told us very straightforwardly that we should not hold on to this matter any longer. We had better consider whether we are qualified to do so.
After this determined person, you can mention other things."
"If something happens to General Abanashank, who has always supported us, it will have a huge impact on us. He also told me that he has also received a request to return to Moscow to report on his work. If he cannot come back, it will mean
It seems that Moscow's attitude towards us has changed. Let us be more careful in the future and not be too fussy about some things."
Regarding Li Yanping's reply, Yang Zhen was slightly taken aback, and then said with a wry smile: "This is the old man in Moscow who is venting his anger on the Far East Military Region because he did not get any advantage in this negotiation. But General Abanashank, at least
There is currently no one who can replace him in the Far East Military District, so he will be fine. As for that guy Kovalev, there is no guarantee."
"If he is really implicated for this matter, then I am afraid he will never come back. But considering his position, I think this may not be too big. The crime will be punished, but if Moscow lets
It is not very likely that he will disappear completely. After all, he can only be regarded as a small person, and even if he vents his anger, it will not be his turn."
After thinking about it for a moment, Yang Zhen shook his head and said: "Although his answer is very annoying, there is one thing he said right. If General Abanashank is really dismissed, it will have a great impact on us.
.If it were a guy who only obeys Moscow’s orders, we would be in more trouble. Let’s forget it and let the matter end here.”
Yang Zhen's tone was full of reluctance and helplessness, and both Lao Shuai and Li Yanping could hear it. It's just that neither of them can say anything else in this matter. The lifeline is in someone else's hand, and they will strangle you to death.
It's just a snap of the fingers. And based on what Yang Zhen said before, the Americans will not completely fall out with the Soviets for the sake of the Anti-Alliance.
In this matter, the Anti-League had almost no means of counterattack. What should I do if I couldn't bear it? Making a big fuss against the Anti-League would only have disadvantages, but no benefits. Fortunately, although some secrets were leaked, they were finally under Yang Zhen's clever words and persuasion.
, it did not bring any substantial losses to the Anti-Japanese Alliance, it was just a waste of words.
The old commander and Li Yanping didn't say anything, while Yang Zhen closed his eyes and didn't know what to think about. Just when others thought he was asleep, he opened his eyes and said to Li Yanping: "Old Li, let's negotiate now.
The matter has basically come to an end, and we will all devote our main energy to the reorganization and training of the troops."
"At the moment, the military region does not have the energy to deal with these things, but the new chairman of the Northeast Government has not yet arrived. In this way, you will hand over the content and agreement of the negotiations to the commander-in-chief as soon as possible. We don't have that much energy, and we can't grasp everything in our hands.
Release. Those that should be handed over to the local government, take advantage of this rare opportunity for temporary calm and transfer everything to the local government."
"You talk to the commander-in-chief and ask the Northeast Bureau and the local government to seize the time to implement it. In terms of infrastructure, it is better to wait for factories and workers to wait for equipment than to wait for factories and workers for equipment. We should draw up infrastructure projects that should start next year.
, the Northeast Bureau has to come up with a plan. Don’t be reluctant to invest, if we work hard for a year or two, we will be much more relaxed in the future.”
"In addition, the Americans will receive annual economic assistance next year. I think a considerable part of the funds will be offset in the name of equipment and supplies. It would be good if half of it could be cash. Maybe helmets, water bottles, tents, etc.
Everything will be used by the Americans to offset this aid."
"In this way, you ask the Northeast Bureau and the Northeast Government to seize the time to make a budget. However, there are two things that should be focused on in the budget. First, the funds handed over to the central government every year should be set aside in advance. Sufficient amounts should be set aside every year.
Five million U.S. dollars, and a supplementary amount of three to five million U.S. dollars can be guaranteed to be increased according to the needs of the central government."
"2. The annual education funds must be distributed in full, and the annual education budget must be sufficient. We must ensure that students are well fed and clothed. If funds are insufficient, it is better for the troops and institutions to miss one meal, but education funds
Not even a cent should be missed. If the dormitory should be renovated, if the heated kang is not working, then it should be replaced with a heater. The gas poisoning in the dormitory of Founder School last winter must not happen again."