Anti-Japanese War: I have a million soldiers and you call me a division commander?

The specific strength of Chu Feng’s troops has always been a hot topic of speculation from the outside world.

Even if the Eighth Route Army and Chu Feng joined forces to fight, they could only say that they understood each other, not that they had a comprehensive understanding.

For example, it wasn’t long before they captured Dayuan City, and Chu Feng’s troops had already produced an artillery regiment and an infantry regiment.

The speed of this expansion is simply outrageous, especially since these people have super strong combat capabilities.

Now, Commander Yang Wu finally knew the true strength of Chu Feng’s troops, and he was shocked!

"Wow, over 40,000 combat troops?"

"Including the more than 8,000 logistics support troops, that's a total of 50,000 people!"

"How long has it been? In just over two months, they've grown from a group to this size?"

Commander Yang Wu looked at Chu Feng, who had a calm expression on his face, and really wanted to ask, "General Chu, did your people come out of nowhere? Where did you buy your weapons and equipment?"

However, Commander Yang Wu also knew that he couldn't ask this question. Even if he asked Chu Feng, he wouldn't tell him, and it would only make people think too much.

"hiss!"

Taking a deep breath, Commander Yang Wu looked at Chu Feng and the others and said, "To be honest, General Chu, I didn't expect the 1st Independent Brigade to develop so quickly."

"With this amount of troops, why are you still a brigade commander? Just become a corps commander!"

Everyone laughed when they heard Commander Yang Wu's ridicule, including Chu Feng.

“Hahahaha!!!”

After laughing, Chu Feng looked at Commander Yang Wu and waved his hand nonchalantly, saying, "For me, whether he's a brigade commander, an army commander, or even just a regimental commander, it won't hinder us from fighting the Japanese."

"I, Chu Feng, am not here for the high official salary. My mind is very simple, that is to fight the devils, and use all my strength to fight the devils."

Commander Yang Wu had no doubt about Chu Feng's words. In his observation, Chu Feng was indeed such a person.

He was determined to fight the Japanese. If he wanted to become an official, he would curry favor with Yan Laokou and the National Government, but he was just like that to the National Government and Yan Laokou.

Not to mention, they also had secret and in-depth cooperation with the Eighth Route Army.

After some chatting and laughing, Chu Feng's voice rang out again, saying, "Let's return to Commander Yang Wu's question. This is what I think about the use of the Eighth Route Army."

"As for the option of cutting off one of his fingers, I plan to start with the Kwantung Army coming from Yungang City."

"Among the three armies, this Japanese puppet army has the smallest number. Even if they were equipped with a tank battalion, the little Japanese tanks wouldn't even need anti-tank guns."

"The 35mm grenade sniper rifles equipped by our troops can easily solve the problem."

"In addition, we also have a batch of 20mm caliber machine guns or 37mm anti-aircraft guns. If that doesn't work, the 88mm anti-aircraft guns can also be placed horizontally. They are good for shooting down planes, tanks and fixed fire points."

At this point, Chu Feng did not say a word, which is what netizens in later generations ridiculed: "The anti-aircraft guns are placed flat, and the military court is held."

"Forehead!!!"

Listening to Chu Feng's words, Commander Yang Wu thought hard about it. The image of the 88mm anti-aircraft gun hitting the tank horizontally made him shudder.

"My God, this is too cruel!"

But for some reason, Commander Yang Wu felt eager to try it out.

"I really want to try it, what should I do?"

Chu Feng didn't know what Commander Yang Wu was thinking, so he continued, "So, I plan to mobilize the Reconnaissance Battalion, the Chemical Defense Battalion, the 1st Regiment, the 2nd Regiment, and the 2nd Artillery Regiment to launch a large-scale encirclement and annihilation campaign against the Japanese and puppet troops in Yungang City."

"The 3rd and 4th Regiments, the first battalion of the 1st Artillery Regiment, and two regiments from the 120th Division of the Eighth Route Army will be responsible for the Japanese and puppet troops in Guangxian and Weixian counties. The guard battalion and engineering battalion directly under the brigade headquarters will be paired with the 2nd and 3rd Battalions of the 1st Artillery Regiment, and cooperate with the remaining five regiments of the Eighth Route Army to fight against the Japanese and puppet troops in Lingqiu and Yuanyuan."

At this point, Chu Feng pointed to the battle map and said, "Since we want to smash all 50,000 Japanese and puppet troops, before the annihilation battle in Yungang City begins, the other two Japanese and puppet troops should be put in a little bit."

"Weixian and Guangxian are relatively close, so once the battle is over, the troops will immediately move here. At that time, I will deploy two regiments from the 120th Division to garrison Yungang City, Shanyin, and Yingxian."

"Commander Yang Wu is responsible for using all possible means to slow down the escape routes of the Japanese and puppet troops in Lingqiu and Yuanyuan. Once we have captured the Japanese and puppet troops in Guangxian and Weixian, we will immediately march south."

After introducing the general combat mission, Chu Feng looked at Commander Yang Wu and said, "At that time, the Japanese and puppet troops will definitely be desperate and evacuate at all costs."

Commander Yang Wu immediately understood what Chu Feng meant. He said without hesitation, "Don't worry, General Chu. It's easy for these Japanese and puppet troops to come in, but it's hard for them to leave. I promise you, I will never let them withdraw from this mountainous area in northeastern Shanxi."

Looking at Commander Yang Wu with a serious face, Chu Feng did not doubt the combat effectiveness and fighting will of the Eighth Route Army, as well as the ability and determination of Commander Yang Wu and other commanders.

If it were the National Government and the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army, Chu Feng might be worried, but not the Eighth Route Army.

Compassion does not command troops!

Chu Feng knew that doing so would result in heavy casualties, but it was worth it to eliminate the Japanese and puppet troops.

"Well, to support you, I have prepared a batch of weapons and ammunition for you!"

In order to better complete the mission, Chu Feng did not skimp and handed over a list. "Not many, not many firearms. Just 150 light machine guns, 50 heavy machine guns, and 100 grenade launchers. There are a few more bullets and grenades. I've prepared 200 million rounds of various bullets, 30 grenades, and 1 explosive packs for you."

The arsenal could not produce firearms, but bullet reloading and grenade production had already begun.

Commander Yang Wu didn't expect that there was a surprise waiting for him here.

With the replenishment of this batch of weapons and ammunition, the firepower of the troops will be greatly improved. What really surprised Commander Yang Wu was this batch of bullets and grenades.

The Eighth Route Army was not called the "Three-gun Eighth Route Army" for nothing. The problem of bullet shortage has always plagued the Eighth Route Army.

With this replenishment of weapons and ammunition, Commander Yang Wu also felt more confident. He saluted Chu Feng earnestly and said, "General Chu, thank you so much!"

"It's me, Chu Feng, who should thank you!"

Chu Feng waved his hand and said, "You have been affected by me this time. This little bit of ammunition and weapons is nothing. We will discuss the details after the battle is over."

Chu Feng couldn't explain it clearly, but Commander Yang Wu knew what it was.

It must be a problem of distribution of captured materials. This is also the reason why the Eighth Route Army likes to cooperate with Chu Feng. In addition to everyone having the goal of fighting the Japanese, Chu Feng really gives it!

There is nothing to say when dealing with friends, absolutely generous!

After the communication, Commander Yang Wu returned to the First Division Headquarters, taking the weapons and equipment with him.

On the second day, the relevant troops set out for the First Division. Two regiments of the 120th Division of the Eighth Route Army also arrived at noon and headed directly to the mountains east of Yuan County to meet with the Third and Fourth Regiments.

The 1st Regiment, the 2nd Regiment, the 2nd Artillery Regiment, the Reconnaissance Battalion, the Chemical Defense Battalion, etc. were also moved to the front line of Yungang City. The Reconnaissance Battalion was even more spread out to fully monitor every move of the Japanese and puppet troops in Yungang.

Time passed little by little, and before we knew it, it was December 3rd.

Early in the morning, three groups of Japanese and puppet troops set out together and headed straight for Yuan County.