Bright Sword: Double penetration of the dealer, shocking Li Yunlong

"Is it really the Eighth Route Army we are facing, rather than elite Western troops?"

Shizuo Yokoyama said in shock.

Although he heard that the firepower of this independent regiment was very strong, even far exceeding that of the Central Army.

But hearing is just hearing. Without experiencing it personally, it is difficult to understand how powerful this firepower is.

Now that he had seen it with his own eyes, he understood why they had been defeated repeatedly when they encountered this independent regiment before.

This firepower density is difficult to capture without the cover of artillery, tanks and fighter planes without paying a huge price.

However, the artillery power of the independent regiment on the opposite side was no weaker than theirs.

According to Taisho Goo's description, the enemy's artillery was about the size of a brigade, and they also had a mysterious rocket artillery unit.

It is difficult for them to establish an advantage in artillery.

And their "147" in the air, which had an absolute advantage, also suffered repeated setbacks.

The heavy losses suffered by the Army Aviation on many occasions have proven that this independent regiment has a powerful air defense force.

They possess an extremely advanced air defense weapon.

Not only can it detect their arrival from a long distance.

They can even launch anti-aircraft weapons to shoot down their fighter planes from a distance.

Moreover, recent intelligence shows that the independent regiment also has fighter jets.

However, we do not know the exact size of the enemy and whether its fighter jets are advanced.

Because this fighter jet only appeared once in the previous Dayukou surprise attack.

He has never shown up until now.

But it doesn't matter anymore.

Because even without this fighter, it would be very difficult for them to establish air superiority.

If you force an attack, you must be prepared to suffer huge losses.

Finally, it is about tank armor.

This aspect has also proven that they cannot gain an advantage.

The independent regiment had prepared a large number of anti-tank weapons early on.

Let’s not talk about other anti-tank weapons for now.

The large-caliber heavy machine guns equipped by the independent regiment alone are enough to give their tanks a hard time.

This kind of large-caliber heavy machine gun will not be a big problem if our side has an artillery advantage.

Their only advantage now is their military strength.

This is also their biggest advantage.

At this time, he finally understood what Prince Higashikuni Naruhiko said before sending him here.

"This independent group must be eliminated no matter what the cost."

"Their existence has seriously threatened the Empire's interests in the Jubei region."

"If we don't eliminate them now, it won't be long before the empire loses the entire Jinxi Province and even the entire Anbei region."

"If we want to eliminate them by then, we will probably have to pay ten or even a hundred times the price."

"So this time, I'd rather sacrifice 100,000 casualties in exchange for this independent regiment."

When he first heard this, he didn't quite understand it.

If the other person is a polar bear, it is normal to treat it with this attitude.

The Battle of Nomonhan allowed the entire Kwantung Army to witness the power of this polar bear.

But the other side was just a group of Eighth Route Army soldiers, except that their equipment might be better.

However, facing the imperial army, it was still like a mantis trying to stop a chariot.

If it takes 100,000 men to destroy such an army, then the empire will probably become a laughing stock to the whole world.

But now his views have changed.

Just after he witnessed the firepower of the independent regiment.

If this independent group is allowed to develop.

Prince Higashikuni Naruhiko's words may come true soon.

"In that case, let me experience the power of the Independent Regiment."

After returning to the 36th Division Headquarters, Yokoyama Shizuo bluntly stated, "Taisho-kun, from now on, you and the 14th Mixed Brigade will be responsible for the daytime attacks."

"You just need to launch a feint attack to deplete their ammunition, supplies, physical strength, and morale."

"And our Eighth Division will be responsible for launching the attack at night."

"We just need to launch attacks continuously throughout the day, and the independent regiment will become a tired army in a few days."

"Even though they had a firepower advantage at that time, their combat effectiveness had been greatly reduced."

"If we launch a general offensive at that time, the success rate of taking them down will be much higher, and we can sacrifice fewer imperial warriors."

Masayoshi Kojima's eyes lit up when he heard this suggestion.

It was obvious that he strongly agreed with this battle plan.

Although this will take longer to take effect.

But we don't have to sacrifice so many people, and the casualty figures will look better.

"Captain Yokoyama, I agree with your suggestion, but our 14th Brigade has suffered heavy casualties recently, and our manpower is not sufficient...

"I hope to receive your support so that we can better accomplish our mission."

Yokoyama Shizuo nodded and said, "This is all for the Empire. I will send a regiment to assist your brigade in launching the attack."

"But I don't want my men to suffer unnecessary sacrifices."

"You must understand that launching a wave charge under this level of firepower is a very foolish act."

"This Eighth Route Army is different. They are not the Chinese army we have seen before."

Kojima Masaki's face changed slightly after hearing this, but he still said seriously: "Hey, I understand."

I have to say that this trick used by the old Japanese soldier Shizuo Yokoyama is very vicious.

He immediately found the weaknesses of the independent regiment and immediately formulated an effective combat plan.

He is not in vain to be able to sit in the position of commander of the 8th Division.

Soon the independent regiment also noticed some abnormalities.

Because they found that whether it was Dayukou Pass or Yunfengling direction.

The Japanese offensive looked fierce, but their fighting style had changed. They were no longer mindless charges as before.

"Commander, these little devils are a little weird. After they encountered our superior firepower, they either retreated directly or hid in the bomb craters on the spot and no longer launched a charge."

"It feels like we've punched a cotton ball, and it doesn't feel right."

The fourth battalion commander found Li Yunlong and started complaining.

After fighting for a whole morning, a lot of ammunition was consumed, but the results achieved were relatively limited.

Roughly speaking, only two or three hundred Japanese soldiers were killed in the morning.

You have to know that they killed two to three thousand Japanese devils in just one day yesterday.

Li Yunlong said thoughtfully: "It seems that these little devils have changed their tactics. You should also reduce your firepower appropriately to see if you can attract the little devils to attack."

The actions of these Japanese devils were a bit strange, which also aroused Li Yunlong's vigilance.

But now he couldn't see clearly what this Japanese guy was up to.

Logically speaking, with the arrival of the powerful reinforcements from the 8th Division, they should have launched a larger-scale attack.

However, not only did the other side not launch a large-scale attack, but they fought so cautiously.

When things are abnormal, there must be something wrong, but where exactly is this evil wind?

Fighting continued at Dayukou Pass and Yunfengling positions during the day.

After a day of attack, near dusk, the Japanese offensive finally subsided and there was no movement.

Today's battle has left the entire independent regiment confused, and they have no idea what the Japanese are planning.

Because the Eighth Division was dormant, Li Yunlong also had some concerns.

We can only deal with it by using the method of "when the enemy comes, we will fight with the army, when the water comes, we will block it with the earth."

When it was around seven o'clock, the sky in northwest Shanxi had completely darkened.

At this time, the Eighth Division finally moved.

"Report to the commander, the drone has detected the enemy."

"There are unusual movements in the Eighth Division camp. The Japanese troops are moving towards us in multiple batches."

"Their artillery was deployed shortly after."

After hearing the news, Li Yunlong stood up immediately and quickly came to the small sand table to study it carefully.

After a long time, a look of realization appeared in his eyes, and he couldn't help but sneer.

When Li Jingrong saw his expression, he guessed that he knew the Japanese's plan.

"What's wrong? What did you see?"

Li Yunlong didn't keep the secret and said directly: "The Japanese have a really good plan this time. It seems that the commander of the Eighth Division is a tough opponent."

"The reason why they didn't choose to attack by force during the day."

"It's because we not only have an absolute advantage in equipment, but also an advantage in defense."

"The Japanese army's superiority in manpower was completely ineffective under our firepower."

"So they chose to launch a feint attack during the day, with the goal of wearing down our weapons, ammunition, and physical strength."

"At night, our firepower advantage will be limited due to poor visibility."

"In addition, due to the daytime combat, the soldiers were exhausted both mentally and physically."

"The combat effectiveness is definitely not as good as during the day."

"So this is the best time to choose a strong attack."

"And if we continue to launch such continuous attacks, I'm afraid we will become a completely exhausted army."

"With such a strategy of playing to one's strengths and avoiding one's weaknesses, this battle is going to be very difficult to win."

"The next step is a head-on clash between the two sides. It depends on who can hold on first."

They also have a solution to this tactic.

We just need to transfer the heavy artillery and rocket artillery units over, and we won’t have to be afraid of the Japanese even if more of them come.

But the Japanese were not fools. Faced with such absolute artillery advantage.

They certainly won't launch an attack.

By that time, both sides will be deadlocked in front of Dayukou Pass.

This is not the result Li Yunlong wants.

So he chose to fight hard this time. As long as they can survive, the independent regiment can truly become an invincible force.

By that time, the independent regiment will be at its peak in terms of equipment and combat effectiveness.