Anti-Japanese War: From Becoming Chu Yunfei to Rising

Chapter 238 Promotion! Who can lead this group of Huangpu dragon and tiger generals? Only Chu Yunfei! (Subscribe)
"Report, the battlefield has been cleared. The number of weapons and equipment seized is as follows: 780 Type 38 rifles, 18 Type 92 heavy machine guns, 6 Type 92 heavy machine guns, and approximately 180,000 rounds of Type 95 ammunition.

There are eighteen grenade launchers and nine hundred special grenades.

There are about 4,000 grenades and a number of other miscellaneous military supplies, which will be distributed to various troops after being cleaned."

Liu Shuzeng stood in front of Chu Yunfei with a tired look on his face, and the dark circles under his eyes looked like he hadn't slept for several days.

Chu Yunfei took the report from Liu Shuzeng and asked, "Have you figured out the amount of spoils from the Battle of Lanfeng? What took you so long?"

Liu Shuzeng looked helpless: "We are just arguing with the friendly troops to get two more guns back."

Chu Yunfei raised his eyebrows: "Did you get it?"

Liu Shuzeng shook his head: "We didn't get the heavy artillery, but we did get two Type 92 infantry guns. The 51st Division gave us one, and the 87th Division also gave us one."

Each unit saw the object like an old man who had been single for forty years seeing his beautiful wife.

If it is not handled properly, a fight may easily break out.

Especially weapons like artillery, which are the best of the best. Once a unit gets them, it will never give them up.

Chu Yunfei was a little surprised that the 51st Division and the 87th Division were willing to allocate a cannon.

"You did a pretty good job, then."

Chu Yunfei asked with a smile: "They are all willing to hand this thing over."

Liu Shuzeng shook his head: "I exchanged it for 100 Type 38 rifles, otherwise they would not be happy."

"One hundred guns for a cannon, that's a fair price."

Fang Ligong smiled and interjected.

"So now we have a total of twelve Type 92 infantry guns."

"Four sects have already been divided under Wu Ziqiang, and the rest will be divided equally between Qian Bojun and Li Kuishan."

"Yes." Liu Shuzeng nodded.

"What about other spoils?"

"Not much. Many of the equipment captured in the Lanfeng victory were damaged to varying degrees. Some were caused by shelling, and some were caused by human factors. These little devils also wanted to destroy their own weapons before they died."

Liu Shuzeng sighed and added: "There are a total of 2,900 Type 38 rifles sorted out so far, and almost one-third of them are likely to be unusable after repair.

Twelve Type 99 light machine guns were seized, but I exchanged them with friendly forces for two Type 92 heavy machine guns.

Eight Type 92 heavy machine guns were seized, plus two that were exchanged for, for a total of ten.

There wasn't much ammunition, only 120,000 rounds were seized in total. The supply lines of these little devils had been cut off for too long, and the soldiers of the baggage unit were able to get so much by scraping the land."

"I just don't know if this amount of supplement is enough for the soldiers."

Liu Shuzeng frowned, looking worried.

Everyone knows that one more bullet or one more shell will have a significant impact on the battle situation.

The war situation is tense now, but he, as the logistics manager, cannot provide more help.

So anxious!
Chu Yunfei patted his shoulder with satisfaction: "Old Liu, this is not something you need to consider. This is something the headquarters needs to worry about. You have done a great job."

"A new batch of weapons and ammunition has been quickly transported northward via the Pinghan Railway and will be replenished soon. The Second War Zone has also provided two regiments of soldiers, mainly from northern Shaanxi and southern Shanxi.

Our cooperation with the Eighth Route Army is currently further deepening."

"This?" Although Liu Shuzeng didn't understand politics, he always felt that it was a bit inappropriate.

"What Commander Yan is leading has nothing to do with those of us below him. As for weapons and equipment, they mainly come from the military supply stocks in Sichuan."

"Sichuan. Sichuan Army?" Liu Shuzeng was a little reluctant to believe: "They need our support for their equipment and even uniforms. What good equipment can they have?"

"Then you underestimate them," Chu Yunfei smiled without saying anything.

Chu Yunfei, who was well-versed in military history, naturally knew what Liu Xiang was up to.

We also know how many weapons and equipment he secretly hid in order to preserve his strength.

Especially after Liu Xiang's death.

Chiang Kai-shek discovered a large number of weapons and equipment in his military supply warehouse.

These equipments are far superior to those of the Sichuan Army soldiers who went out of Sichuan to fight.

"Report by Lantian Yu, Director of the 21st Army Weapons Repair Institute, to Gu Zhutong, Director of the Chairman's Headquarters."

Among them are: 82.5 750mm mortars, 1000 grenade launchers, 47 2800mm mortars, more than 4700 submachine guns, more than 2000 Czech light machine guns, 137 56mm mortars, and more than 2 rifles.

Does it seem like a lot?

But these are just the numbers for ambush!

Dishonest reporting.

The secret telegram from Gu Zhutong to Chiang Kai-shek, which is the telegram above, was dated February 38.

Chongqing, noon. It is reported that Liu Xiang has stored 30 million rounds of ammunition, including rifle (gun) bullets, which are stored in Jiading and Yibin. There are more than 5,000 Czech-type machine guns and 880 Louis-type machine guns that have not been issued. There are more than 600 Louis-type machine guns and more than 100 Czech-type machine guns that have been issued and stored in Liu Shucheng's unit.

Combined with Dai Li's secret investigation results, we can find out.

Throughout Sichuan, Liu Xiang privately stored as many as 7,000 light machine guns.

It is enough for Sun Zhen’s troops of the 22nd Army, and even Yang Sen’s troops, to equip each squad with two light machine guns!

And there is plenty of ammunition!

Naturally, a portion of these weapons and equipment needs to be allocated to Chu Yunfei.

The importance of the Battle of East Henan is constantly increasing.

It was a battle that was forced upon us in the later stages of the original Battle of Xuzhou.

It evolved into the northern battlefield of the Battle of Wuhan.

This is also the focus of contention between the two sides.

If the National Army could hold the Pinghan Railway Line, it would be able to thwart the Japanese army's intention to attack Wuhan from the north and south.

If we cannot defend Kaifeng, we cannot secure Zheng County (Zhengzhou).

The Japanese army will naturally sweep across the Pinghan Line!

No Chinese wants to see Wuhan, the political, economic and even military center of the current Nationalist Government, fall into enemy hands!

At the call and request of Chiang Kai-shek.

PS: It is actually very interesting to read the telegrams Chiang Kai-shek sent to these local warlords.

The Shaanxi Army leader Sun Weiru set an example.

Yu Hanmou, the leader of the Guangdong Army, transferred three more infantry divisions from his own troops and marched north along the Guangdong-Hankou Railway to reinforce Wuhan.

Many other local warlords also contributed their efforts and money at this time.

The combat troops of the Fifth War Zone retreated to the Dabie Mountains.

At present, we have even received relevant military orders to take the initiative to attack.

The purpose was to delay the relevant combat forces of the Japanese Central China Expeditionary Army and buy time for the deployment and adjustment of the Yangtze River defense line!
At this time, in the Wuhan Command Headquarters.

Chiang Kai-shek fell into a deep sleep, and slept for a full sixteen hours.

It seemed like I heard footsteps.

He quickly stood up and looked towards the bedroom door.

Sure enough, in less than half a minute, there was a knock on the door.

After tidying himself up simply, Zhu Peiji opened the door.

Wang Shihe walked over quickly and said, "Chairman, there is good news from East Henan. Chu Yunfei's troops and Li Tianxia's brigade launched a counterattack yesterday morning, defeating the Japanese 9th Infantry Regiment and gaining a lot of rewards.

Under the personal leadership of Chu Yunfei, the Cao Potian Regiment of his army raided the Japanese command post and seized important documents.

The telegram shows that the Japanese army currently has no spare strength to increase the number of troops of the Japanese 16th Division westward. The fighting on the northern front may come to an end.

"It's Yun Fei again." Chang Kai-shen was in a complicated mood and asked, "What are the casualties of Yun Fei's troops?"

"We have retreated to the outer positions of Lanfeng according to the original combat plan. According to reports, the front-line positions in the eastern suburbs of Lanfeng have been bombed by the Japanese aviation forces. They can no longer hold on. The casualties of the troops are quite heavy, and currently two-thirds have been lost."

Chiang Kai-shek thought for a while and said, "Yun Fei played a great role in this battle. We cannot let the Flying Tiger Honor Division, this ace unit, be sacrificed like this. Send a telegram to Brother Wei Ru and ask his 38th Army to take over the defense of Lanfeng. Chu Yun Fei's troops will go to Zheng County to reorganize and fight again."

"Yes!"

Despite the heavy attack by the Japanese army, the vast plains in eastern Henan did not show any signs of defeat for the time being.

They also successfully rescued nearly 30,000 fresh troops from the 3rd and 20th Armies.

It can be said to be another major victory following the victory of Lanfeng.

In these two victories, Chu Yunfei's troops were basically in charge of the joint command.

As the commander of the Flying Tiger Honor Division.

Be able to mobilize this group of Whampoa seniors to participate in this battle.

In Chiang Kai-shek's eyes, these people from Whampoa were the best of the best.

No one could lead them except Jiang Xiangyun.

And now, Chu Yunfei appears.

Chiang Kai-shek saw the shadow of Jiang Xiangyun.

The same heroic spirit, the same pride.

The same revolutionary ideals, the same bravery and fighting skills!

Chiang Kai-shek thought that after the revolution was victorious in the future, he would go back to study and write.

Then who will lead this group of powerful generals?
Hu Zongnan is definitely not suitable because he lacks both military achievements and abilities.

Perhaps only Chu Yunfei can do it.

"So, draft a telegram announcing the appointment of Chu Yunfei as deputy commander-in-chief of the front line of the Henan East Campaign and promoting him to commander of the Flying Tiger Attack Army."

"This is the chairman, isn't it?"

Chiang Kai-shek waved his hand and said, "There's no need to discuss this with them. The situation in Wuhan is already troublesome enough."

"Yes!"

He walked into the combat meeting room.

The news of victory in eastern Henan diluted the solemn atmosphere in the conference room.

As Chiang Kai-shek walked over, everyone stopped arguing and turned to look at him.

"Commissioner, will the transfer of so many weapons to the battlefield in eastern Henan affect the Yangtze River defense line?"

"Madang's defense is as solid as a rock. We don't need to worry too much."

the other side.

Chu Yunfei was also extremely surprised after receiving the relevant telegram.

Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Front.

How many levels did this jump in one go?

Army commander, corps commander, deputy commander-in-chief of the army group, commander-in-chief.

If you go further up.

Only then can you get the position of deputy commander-in-chief of the theater.

But speaking of it.

The corps commander and the army group commander are generally considered to be of the same level.

The hierarchy is usually based on seniority and age.

But no matter what.

Chu Yunfei's progress is real.

Even if this position is just a temporary one, after all, he is still the commander.

It is also impossible for Chu Yunfei to leave his troops to take up a new post.

Moreover, it was impossible for Chu Yunfei to command military leaders like the two Suns and one Shang.

In Chu Yunfei's opinion.

It feels like Chiang Kai-shek is being put on the fire for doing something good with bad intentions.

After putting down the telegram in his hand.

Another new news came.

The vanguard of the 38th Army has arrived in Kaifeng.

It is expected to arrive tomorrow and replace Chu Yunfei's troops.

Chu Yunfei's troops were ordered to go to Xuchang for rest and supplies.

In other words, Chu Yunfei's troops had been fighting for half a month.

Finally, we have new reinforcements and can withdraw to rest.

See here.

Even Chu Yunfei smiled.

The Westward Advance Group looks extremely ferocious.

If a real fight breaks out, he'll be a complete jerk.

In addition, the 3rd Mixed Brigade was also launching an attack on the 74th Army's defense line.

The 16th Division's offensive operations have ceased.

Instead, they confronted the 71st Army, the Flying Tiger Honor Division, the 8th Army, the 27th Army, and the 64th Army.

Everyone knows it in their hearts.

These Japanese devils are waiting for supplies and reinforcements.

The 13th and 10th Divisions made progress.

Only in this way can the main force of the National Army in the Battle of East Henan be completely outflanked.

Only in this way can they avenge their previous shame.

But the National Army was not without reinforcements, at least 40 years ago.

Even the reinforcements from the National Army were security groups and the like.

The third-rate combat capability is good, but it is not necessary to start "conscripting men" at this time.

The Japanese army is recovering, and the strength of the Nationalist army is also increasing.

During this standoff, you can also continue to strengthen your fortifications.
The tenth day after the great victory of Lanfeng.

Here Chu Yunfei met an old acquaintance with whom he had fought side by side.

"Commander Zhao, how are you?"

Zhao Shoushan saluted hastily, showing great courtesy and respect: "Master Chu, you are too polite. Now..."

Chu Yunfei interrupted immediately: "Brother, you are making fun of me. Who knows what the chairman was thinking? He gave me such a temporary position."

Zhao Shoushan chuckled, "This shows that Commander Chu has made great military achievements. Throughout the five thousand years of Chinese history, there are only three or two people who have made such achievements. In the eyes of warriors like us, you are no less than Huo Qubing and Yue Fei, who was loyal to his country."

Chu Yunfei grinned, and after the two exchanged a few more pleasantries,
Chu Yunfei didn't seem to be modest.

Zhao Shoushan simply pulled Chu Yunfei aside to talk about the defense situation of Lanfeng City.

This is the way I have come.

Zhao Shoushan could clearly feel the solidity of the defensive fortifications in Lanfeng City.

The few remaining buildings have basically been specially reinforced and have many shooting holes on them.

Each firing point is basically made of bricks, stones, or even cement.

It looked like it had just been repaired not long ago. Even the blocking position in the western suburbs of Lanfeng City had been reinforced with a large amount of wood.

It is obvious that Chu Yunfei's troops were at ease when fighting the Japanese army.

There were even corresponding troops to repair the fortifications. The north-south artillery groups deployed in the western suburbs of Lanfeng left a deep impression on him.

Each artillery position has at least fourteen mountain cannons with such powerful firepower.

No wonder the Japanese never gained any advantage over Chu Yunfei’s troops.

If they had not gone to Shaanxi to support the War of Resistance, we would have seen a lot more from the repair of the fortifications.

Chu Yunfei really intended to fight the Japanese to the death.

"Our army currently has three lines of defense left. The first line of defense is the East Suburbs Line of Defense, which is three kilometers deep and about two and a half kilometers wide. Xiezhuang is the main defense fulcrum. The civilian houses have been reinforced twice by our army, so small-caliber artillery cannot pose a threat."

"But I have to remind you, I don't have too many troops here, only one platoon."

Zhao Shoushan raised his eyebrows: "Since you know this is the key point, why don't you send heavy troops to guard it?"

"The Japanese army also knows the key to Xiezhuang, based on the key military intelligence they have obtained in the past few days of fighting."

"The Japanese army was equipped with a lot of large-caliber heavy artillery. In a previous counterattack, our frontline positions were destroyed by their retaliatory artillery fire."

"I see."

Chu Yunfei pointed to the battle map and continued, "Previously, our army's main combat target was the 9th Infantry Regiment of the 16th Division of the Japanese Army. This unit suffered a lot of losses in the previous attack.

Moreover, during our army's counterattack, we successfully defeated him, annihilated two infantry battalions, and destroyed his command post."

"So the Japanese army will definitely adjust their deployment accordingly. You may have to fight against the elite 13th Brigade of the Kwantung Army as a reserve force. This unit belongs to the 7th Division of the Kwantung Army, which is a permanent division. Its combat effectiveness is also top-notch in the Japanese army's combat sequence."

Zhao Shoushan waved his hand nonchalantly: "We are not afraid of them. When we were at Niangzi Pass before, the 39th Brigade we fought was the main force of the 20th Division."

“Although the fortifications in Lanfeng City have been reinforced in many places, they are still unable to withstand the attack of the Japanese army’s large-caliber heavy artillery. Our army’s combat mission is not to defend to the death, but to buy time to defend Wuhan and eliminate the Japanese army’s manpower.

So I put some effort into the blocking position in the western suburbs, so that if we retreat, at least we won’t end up in a rout.”

The two were talking.

Explosions were heard in the direction of the eastern suburbs.

"what happened?"

Chu Yunfei was stunned, and at this moment the golden finger in his mind reacted again.

Sun Ming walked quickly to the phone, and a call came in to the front line of the 7th Infantry Regiment.

After a moment, Sun Ming figured out the specific situation: "The Japanese army launched another attack, but the scale is not large. It should be a tentative attack."

"understood."

After briefly introducing the situation of the Japanese army to Zhao Shoushan and handing over the defense and positions.

That night, Chu Yunfei's troops took advantage of the cover of darkness to hand over the defensive position to the 38th Army.

Retreating with Chu Yunfei.

There is also the 71st Army under Song Xilian.
According to the military order of Cheng Qian, commander-in-chief of the First War Zone.

They will go to Zheng County to build a new line of defense.
In the blink of an eye, two days passed.

Chu Yunfei's troops have already entered the city of Xuchang.

Xuchang was previously a major military town, and there were still usable military camps outside the city.

Some soldiers stayed in civilians' homes as a temporary stopover.

These soldiers had previous experience of getting along with the people in Shanxi.

There was no trouble.

The fourth day after arriving in Xuchang.

Chu Yunfei convened a military meeting for all cadres.

All cadres above the battalion level gathered in the lobby of the Xuchang County Government.

Many of them attended the meeting as battalion-level instructors.

At a glance, there were a lot of people, and Chu Yunfei made a simple estimate.

Apart from the deputy who stayed on duty, there were about a hundred people, so it was not too bad. "Commander Chu is here!"

Following the reminder, the venue fell into silence instantly, and everyone stood up straight.

Chu Yunfei walked to the leader's seat and said, "Sit down."

Fang Ligong stood in front of everyone and presided over this combat meeting.

This combat meeting was both a reorganization meeting and a meeting related to job promotion and adjustment.

"According to the orders of the Supreme Command and the Theater Commander's Headquarters."

"Li Kuishan, former commander of the 198B, was promoted to deputy commander of the th Division of the th Army"

"Yan Weiliang, former commander of the 8th Infantry Regiment, was promoted to deputy commander of the 2nd Shaanxi Security Brigade directly under the 38th Army"

"Zhong Qigong, former deputy commander of the Fourth Infantry Regiment."

These people were when Chu Yunfei was transferred.

He had already stayed in Zhao Shoushan's unit.

This advance announcement is just to go through the process.

"During the Battle of Xuzhou and the Battle of Lanfeng, all the troops killed the enemy and made meritorious contributions. The command has decided to promote the corresponding names as follows."

"Chu Yunfei, the former chief of staff of the Southern Route Army, is to be appointed as the commander of the Flying Tiger Army."

"Qian Bojun, the former commander of Honorary 196B, was promoted to commander of the Flying Tiger Honorary Division due to his meritorious service. The combat organization of the Flying Tiger Honorary Division was adjusted to include Honorary 196B and 198B."

"Wu Ziqiang, former deputy commander of 198B, was promoted to deputy commander of the Flying Tiger Honor Division and concurrently commander of 198B."

"Pang Junming, former commander of the Fourth Infantry Regiment, was promoted to deputy commander of 197B"

Just a brief summary.

The Flying Tiger Honor Division includes Honor 196B and 198B
197B was adjusted to a direct-affiliated unit, with Luo Weiguo as the commander and Pang Junming and Cao Potian as deputy commanders.

The chief of staff was Qian Zhaoyou.

The commander of 198B was Wu Ziqiang, and the deputy commander was Zhuo Tianyu (the commander-in-chief of the Shanxi Anti-Japanese National Salvation Army).
He also served as the commander of the 7th Infantry Regiment under his command, and Chen Zejun served as the deputy commander.

This young man in his twenties.

One step at a time, one battle at a time, and finally reaching this point today. I don't know how many people envy me...but more people just respect me.

If they also tied their heads to their belts, they would be lucky enough to survive these fierce battles.

Will continue to rise.

Take Wu Dabing, for example, who was a class monitor for a year.

Isn’t he now the commander of the main battalion in the 8th Infantry Regiment?
During wartime, promotions were indeed very fast.

As long as you can survive while accomplishing your mission.

Chu Yunfei did not have any prejudice when promoting officers.

Otherwise, there wouldn’t be so many mid-level officers from the Northeast Army and Northwest Army in his team!

Guo Yanzheng was the commander of the 8th Infantry Regiment, and Feng Wenxiang was still the deputy commander.

He is mature and steady, and is a good candidate for support.

The most important thing is that he is smart enough and knows how to assess the situation at critical moments.

The commander of the 1st Infantry Regiment is still Bian Fucheng, the commander of the 2nd Infantry Regiment is Xue Jie, and the commander of the 3rd Infantry Regiment is Sun Xinpu.

This outstanding student of the ninth class of Whampoa Military Academy won the favor of Qian Bojun.

He performed brilliantly in the battle to relieve Mingzhuang.

He led a battalion under his command and successfully defeated a Japanese infantry battalion and broke the encirclement.

His cross-level promotion was also approved by Chu Yunfei himself.

For such younger generations.

Chu Yunfei admired him from the bottom of his heart.

Even if they knew he was a member of the Military Control Commission, they would still use him.

What kind of person can you become in the Military Control Commission?

If you follow Chu Yunfei, you will be able to rise to the top.

After the promotion order was announced.

Next, the corresponding honors and material rewards will be announced.

"Those who have made meritorious service and have been awarded medals with the approval of the Second World War Command Headquarters of the Supreme Command can obtain free medical services in Shanxi or military dependents who have moved to Shanxi. Medical consultations and medicines for illnesses are all provided by the Shanxi Pacification Office."

"The rest of the soldiers from all over the country can receive rewards of varying amounts."

Chu Yunfei emphasized loudly: "You all know who I am."

"I won't take a single cent of what belongs to you. All the rewards will be distributed to you personally."

"In the Battle of Xuzhou and the Battle of Lanfeng, our army achieved its strategic goal and annihilated more than 80,000 Japanese troops. It was an unprecedented victory."

"At present, I have received news that the main force of the Japanese army heading west, mainly the 16th Division, has launched another attack on the Lanfeng front. We need to take the time to rest. I estimate that it won't be long before we will receive another combat order."

"Securing Kaifeng, Zhengxian, and Xuchang means securing the Pinghan Railway. If the Japanese get this railway, Wuhan will be lost."

Chu Yunfei briefly emphasized the subsequent combat tasks that might have to be undertaken.

Soon the topic shifted to the reorganization of the troops.

"After the new weapons arrive, all units must complete the re-equipment and reorganization as soon as possible. We don't have much time. If any officers feel that the personnel transfer is unfair or have their own ideas, you can discuss it with me later."

"Next, please allow Chief of Staff Fang Ligong to read out the garrison training plan for the next fifteen days... as well as the corresponding troop equipment plan."

Fang Ligong cleared his throat and said, "According to the statistics collected by various troops at the moment."

"At present, our army has lost 240 Jin-made Type 65 light machine guns, 75 Type 38 heavy machine guns, and 28 Hotchkiss heavy machine guns in continuous combat.

There are 488 Shanxi-made light machine guns and 185 Czech-style light machine guns in existence.

There were 24-type heavy machine guns, Type heavy machine guns, and Type heavy machine guns.

This time we will receive eighty Czech light machine guns and thirty-five Type 24 heavy machine guns.

Based on the principle of unified logistics support.

It is planned to continue to adjust the corresponding machine gun deployment.

Honor 196B will also conduct experiments on adjusting new battle group tactics.

The light machine guns of the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Infantry Regiments were all delegated to the infantry squad level.

Heavy machine guns were delegated to the platoon level, and mortars to the company level.

Each squad was equipped with a Jin-made Type 65 light machine gun and a grenade launcher.

Each platoon has a machine gun squad with a squad leader and a deputy squad leader.

Equipped with two heavy machine guns and maintained uniformly.

Each company is equipped with four 60mm mortars."

Chu Yunfei's organizational adjustment this time.

It is equivalent to the Bu Yi Tuan, except for the bloated Bu Yi Tuan.

The 2nd and 3rd Infantry Regiments will be completely adjusted according to the new organization.

It is planned to move closer to the combat organization of the US military.

Each infantry regiment consists of three infantry battalions.

Each infantry battalion consists of three infantry companies.

The infantry company consists of three infantry platoons and one firepower platoon (four 60mm mortars).

An infantry platoon consists of three infantry squads and one machine gun squad. The total number of personnel in an infantry platoon is 58.

For an infantry company, that would be 220 people (company commander, deputy company commander, one political instructor, and two assistants).
An infantry battalion, plus the battalion headquarters, communications squad, and guard squad, has a total of about 730 people.

一个步兵团的作战兵力在2800人左右（三个步兵营2200人+炮兵营280人+警卫排78人+通讯排58人+卫生队+辎重队等）

It is currently equipped with 8 81mm mortars.

In the future, it will be equipped with a US-made 4.2-inch mortar (107 mm caliber)

Carry out subsequent construction according to this template force.

The 5th Infantry Regiment, the 6th Infantry Regiment, and the 8th Infantry Regiment.

It will be used as a basic combat force in the future.

If you calculate it this way.

The combat strength of the six infantry regiments alone reached 17,000 men.

It is equivalent to the combat strength of three Type B infantry divisions.

This does not include the 1st Infantry Regiment, the 4th Infantry Regiment, and the 7th Infantry Regiment, which have larger numbers and are capable of independent combat.

The main combat force of the attacking army.

Such as 196, 197, and 198.

Chu Yunfei plans to command a heavy artillery battalion equipped with real heavy artillery.

According to the information Chu Yunfei got from Wang Shihe.

Chiang Kai-shek has sent people to contact the Americans to discuss orders and assistance for these weapons.

M2 basic model 105mm light howitzer.

It is suitable for traction by mules and horses and can be produced directly.

Although Americans are not producing much now, that is because there is no demand.

In addition, the Americans are undergoing military transformation at this point in time.

Naturally, there would not be much production of the M2-105mm light howitzer suitable for mule and horse traction.

And now...because of the need to assist China, I believe a lot of production capacity will be increased.

During World War II, Americans' industrial capacity was still very terrifying.

Especially in the military industry, they also need a large number of orders to alleviate the domestic economic and financial crisis.

He planned to equip the ship with six to eight M2-105mm light howitzers.

If you calculate it, each heavy artillery battalion, including the guard force, has about 400 people.

If the three troops are counted together, there are about 1,500 people.

The Americans' M2-105mm light howitzer.

The total combat weight is 2260 kg, the left and right firing ranges are 23 degrees each, the maximum elevation angle is up to 65 degrees, and it has a very flexible ballistic performance when combined with a propellant bag without powder.

When using the maximum charge, the muzzle velocity is 472 meters per second and the maximum range is 11270 meters.

Because it uses semi-fixed ammunition integrated loading, it has a very fast firing speed, reaching 10 rounds per minute.

It was easy to use the heavy artillery regiments and even brigades to fight against the Japanese army.

I also don’t know how long it will take to transport the supplies to the country after the order is negotiated.

I think given the efficiency of Americans, it shouldn't take more than a year.

Soon, Fang Ligong finished his speech.

This impromptu meeting was basically over.

Chu Yunfei didn't call them here to discuss how to adjust the organization.
It is both a notification and an order.

The people below have no room for bargaining.

After the notice of adjustment of establishment is issued.

The meeting was basically concluded.

As for the list of people who received awards.

This time they were basically middle and lower-level officers.

Chu Yunfei, Qian Bojun, Wu Ziqiang and others who are the chief military officers have not yet been awarded any relevant medals.

I guess I'm also researching...
The Lanfeng Victory was the first major victory since the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, and a large number of people were annihilated.

Even the command has to make decisions carefully, so naturally the results will not come out so quickly.

The efficiency of the Nationalist government was quite good in the early days of the War of Resistance. In that era, basically if someone made meritorious contributions in January, they would be rewarded in March, which was a very fast speed.

During the confrontation period, that is, the Battle of Wuhan and even the first Battle of Changsha, this cycle will basically extend to one or even two years.

That is to say, after the confrontation period, the Supreme Command, and even the Personnel Bureau, the Ministry of National Defense, the Ministry of Military Affairs, the Military General Staff and other relevant units will allow military chiefs to appoint officers below the colonel level on their own, and promotions do not require the approval of the Personnel Bureau and other institutions.

After the meeting.

Chu Yunfei found the current head of the medical team.

Rather than calling it a medical team, the huge number of personnel and medical soldiers now make it perhaps truly called a field hospital.

A Japanese army division generally has four field hospitals.

Large number of people.

The country has been lagging behind in battlefield first aid and the training of medical personnel for more than just one or two years.

Even though Chu Yunfei had ordered the training of relevant talents half a year ago, the current medical team can only be expanded into a field hospital.

"Captain Xu..."

"Sir, you are looking for me." Captain Xu was wearing glasses and looked a little dull.

"I am going to appoint you as the director of the First Field Hospital of the Attack Army, responsible for the subsequent work and construction."

"Thank you, Chief, for your consideration. It's just that in terms of medical equipment, medicines, and personnel adjustments..."

Chu Yunfei nodded and said, "I have reported to the Chairman and Commander Yan that the latest batch of aid materials is on the way. There will be some anti-inflammatory drugs, medical alcohol, gauze and other medical equipment. The quantity is not large, but there are ten tons, which should be enough for a while."

"As for the training of personnel, I have called the remaining troops. The first batch of about 450 trainee medical soldiers from the training academy and 380 stretcher bearers who have received corresponding training can be added to the team."

"But... this is far from enough to meet the current needs..." Xu Hongxuan shook his head and then said: "At least we need to recruit 50 more surgeons."

"I'll find a way to solve this. We, the officers above the regimental level, have already taken out the commendation from the headquarters this time, a total of 300,000 yuan, and we will hire military doctors and even foreign doctors. I think we should be able to solve this problem as soon as possible."

"If that's the case... then I'll get back to work. I have another operation to perform tonight."

"Yes!" Chu Yunfei nodded, turned around and ordered: "Sun Ming, send someone to send Dean Xu away."

"Yes!"

Chu Yunfei stood up and took Xiao Liu, the guard who was transferred from the guard battalion, with him.

He walked towards the headquarters of the 3rd Infantry Regiment.

At this time, there were not many troops stationed in Xuchang City, one was the 1st Infantry Regiment and the other was the 3rd Infantry Regiment.

Xuchang City is not very big.

It took less than five minutes for the two men to arrive on horseback.

"This is a restricted area of ​​the military camp. Please do not approach. Please inform us of your name and position!"

"I am Chu Yunfei," Chu Yunfei turned over and dismounted, saying loudly.

The guard on duty saluted hastily: "I'm sorry, Commander Chu, it's dark and I can't see clearly."

Chu Yunfei laughed, patted him on the shoulder and encouraged him: "Well done, continue to perform your duties."

"Yes!"

Regarding Chu Yunfei’s sudden visit.

Sun Xinpu was also extremely surprised.

We hadn't had much interaction before, and had never even met in private.

"Commander Chu, why are you here? Please take a seat."

Chu Yunfei walked slowly into his regiment headquarters with his hands behind his back.

Sitting on a chair nearby: "No need to be restrained, no need to be formal."

For Sun Xinpu.

Chu Yunfei still has an impression of it.

Among the same batch of students, he can be ranked among the top three in terms of ability.

He is even extremely clear-headed and knows what to say and what to do in each position.

Especially relatively speaking, he is still a well-educated, humane and bottom-line-conscious person.

Sun Xinpu was added to the Flying Tiger Honor Division, which must have been Dai Li's idea.

Chu Yunfei knew this clearly, so he said straight to the point: "Xinpu, I heard from Bojun that you are a top student who graduated from the Berlin Military Academy in Germany?"

Sun Xinpu nodded and said, "Commander Chu, I did graduate from the Berlin Military Academy in Germany."

"The ninth batch of Huangpu, right?"

"Yes."

Chu Yunfei sat aside and nodded: "That's right, I heard that you were sent by the Renaissance Society to monitor the Japanese and Red Party members?"

Sun Xinpu did not hesitate, with a calm face: "Report to Commander Chu, yes!"

"Did the Military Control Commission ask you to come here?"

"Report to Commander Chu, yes."

Chu Yunfei was very satisfied with his attitude and patted him on the shoulder: "That's right, you should tell your superiors everything you know."

"In the battle to relieve Mingzhuang, you used a small company to launch a surprise attack and defeated two Japanese squadrons. You performed very well. Brother Ligong and I also reviewed this battle."

Chu Yunfei laughed and said, "Follow me and work hard. You will have a better future than following Dai Yunong. He is just a deputy director."

Sun Xinpu nodded heavily: "Yes, Commander Chu."

Chu Yunfei was silent for a moment, then asked tentatively, "Are there any other students in your group who have performed well...who are worthy of your attention?"

Sun Xinpu was also silent for a moment, then continued: "There are indeed some good classmates."

"They performed well in school and also performed well in the Battle of Songhu and the Battle of Nanjing. However, many of them have lost contact and their whereabouts are not many."

"The best performer among our group was Zhou Weiguo"

"Zhou Weiguo" Chu Yunfei touched his chin: "If I remember correctly, you studied special operations at the Berlin Military Academy in Germany?"

"That's right... Commander Chu, I didn't expect you knew all this."

Chu Yunfei nodded: "At my position, I am highly valued by the chairman.

It is only a matter of sending a telegram to check the information of several people. This Zhou Weiguo is indeed a talent."

Sun Xinpu's eyes lit up, and he immediately recommended: "Commander Chu, Wei Guo had performed brilliantly in the Battle of Nanjing and annihilated more than 300 Japanese troops in the Battle of Shanghai."

Chu Yunfei nodded and said: "If he is willing to serve under me, I can recommend him for the rank of colonel. The 9th Infantry Regiment is still short of a commander, so you may try to get in touch with him."

"Yes, I have heard about him before, I will send someone to look for him immediately."

"very good."

Chu Yunfei likes smart people like this kind of people the most. He emphasized: "I like Huangpu as a school very much, and I like you Huangpu students even more."

Chu Yunfei took a sip of tea and added: “To fight the Japanese invaders, we need to build an officer system and strictly select the officer corps.

At this stage, we lack relevant talents who are responsible, have command capabilities, and have received a complete military academy education.

Especially for the graduates of the ninth batch and later, you are the first batch of graduates to receive a complete German education, with the most rigorous training and more advanced tactics.

As long as you are willing to come under my command, I will certainly treat you equally and allow you to display your talents."

Sun Xinpu nodded excitedly: "Yes, Chief Chu, I will definitely recommend you if I have the chance."

Take a deputy position to improve your qualifications.

He has more than enough military achievements, but he is too young. The National Army is too particular about these things. Chu Huangwu has limited them.
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(End of this chapter)