Rebirth from the Ashes: Rebuilding the Red Soviet Area

The atmosphere at the 7th Independent Brigade headquarters was tense. Li Yan frowned, staring sharply at the map, and asked, "What's the situation now?"

Tong Liang, standing by, smiled slightly as he replied, "According to the latest intelligence, the enemy's 1st Mixed Brigade is aggressively attacking Zhangjiakou!"

Then, after a pause, he added, "And the enemy's 2nd Mixed Brigade is accelerating its march, rushing anxiously towards Zhangjiakou to reinforce us!"

"As for the attack of the 1st Cavalry Corps"

"The devils transferred the 2nd Cavalry Regiment of the 15th Mixed Brigade from Duolun, as well as all the remaining cavalry from the pseudo-Mongolians."

"Prepare for a cavalry-to-cavalry attack"

Tong Liang pointed to the northwest of the map and continued, "The two sides are currently fighting at the Bordered White Banner location."

"In addition, the Japanese transferred the 30th Regiment from Duolun to strengthen the defense of Guyuan Town."

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Wait until Tong Liang finishes speaking

Staff Officer Wan, who had been silent all this time, suddenly chuckled and said disdainfully, "Humph, that's all Tojo is capable of!"

"Knowing that we were going to cut off their supply lines"

"How dare you let your troops charge forward recklessly like this? You're simply courting death!"

However, Li Yan slowly shook his head and said, "Seeking death? Not necessarily!"

"I think he might have some conspiracy behind this!"

Hearing this, Ma Shou, who was standing nearby, was immediately confused and asked anxiously, "Conspiracy? What conspiracy?"

Li Yan extended his right index finger, pointed forcefully at one of the locations, and said seriously, "Everyone, please look!"

"The Japanese are clearly determined to seize Zhangjiakou, a strategic location, at all costs and as quickly as possible."

“Once Zhangjiakou is successfully occupied by the Japanese army”

"This is equivalent to completely cutting off the retreat route of the 1st Cavalry Army that entered Chahar."

"Until that time"

"They will certainly use all their forces to launch a frantic encirclement and suppression of the 1st Cavalry Army trapped in Chahar."

"The 1st Cavalry Corps was lost"

"This means that the entire Suiyuan region will instantly become a defenseless vacuum zone."

"The Japanese only need to send a well-equipped and highly mobile mechanized force to launch a fierce attack towards the west."

"They will be able to quickly capture important cities and regions such as Ulanqab, Guisui, and Jiuyuan."

"Once Suiyuan falls, it will be like the gates to the north of Shanxi and Shaanxi provinces being ruthlessly opened."

"The enemy can advance straight ahead."

......

After listening to Li Yan's in-depth analysis, everyone felt creepy and broke out in cold sweat.

Li Yan glanced at the anxious expressions of the crowd, the corners of his mouth curled up slightly, revealing a faint smile, and said comfortingly: "There is no need for you to be so worried!"

He paused, then said confidently: "The Japs' conspiracy and tricks were actually within my expectations."

"As long as we can successfully complete our own plan before the enemy successfully captures Zhangjiakou"

"Then the situation will definitely undergo a shocking reversal!"

"Next, let me assign you specific tasks."

Li Yan raised his voice slightly and shouted, "Tong Liang!"

Tong Liang straightened up immediately upon hearing the voice and replied solemnly, "Here!"

Li Yan stared at him with a sharp gaze and gave instructions in an orderly manner: "Send an urgent telegram to Commander Fu immediately."

"Have him inform the First Cavalry Corps to strictly adhere to the previously formulated plan and feign a 'retreat' towards the northwest border to lure the enemy cavalry into relentless pursuit."

"at the same time"

"We must have the infantry brigade, which has been lurking quietly, seize the opportunity to attack the two strategic points of Taipu Temple and Guyuan Town."

"Also, I must convey an important order to General Liu Ming—implement the strategy of fortifying the city and clearing the countryside, leaving no opportunity for the enemy to exploit."

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After Tong Liang received the order and left

Li Yan's face instantly became extremely serious, and he turned to look at Brigadier General Ma

He solemnly ordered: "Commander Ma, I will personally lead a group of people to Duolun secretly."

"And you need to lead a large group of people to continue the feint attack on Guyuan."

"Once Commander Fu's infantry brigade arrives at the designated location, you must act decisively and immediately command the main force to move stealthily towards our pre-arranged assembly point."

"Remember, this operation is of vital importance and cannot afford to fail!"

Li Yan stood quietly where he was, his eyes following the receding figures of Ma Shou and the others, and a wave of emotion welled up in his heart.

The carefully planned decapitation operation came to nothing because Commander Fu failed to carry out the plan according to his own requirements, causing the situation to take a turn for the worse.

This caused the 7th Independent Brigade to fall into a desperate situation where it was doomed to fail for the sake of the overall situation.

Li Yan is definitely not the kind of person who is indecisive.

The reason why he took the last remedial measures was just to risk his life.

Judging from the current situation

As long as Commander Fu and Liu Ming's troops can work closely together and fight together this time

Only the 7th Independent Brigade can have a glimmer of hope

Li Yan led everyone to the Woniu Stone Mountain south of Duolun City overnight.

Convene a combat meeting immediately

Li Yan spoke first with a sharp gaze: "Based on the intelligence we have, we will analyze and judge."

"There is currently an infantry regiment, a powerful field artillery regiment, an engineering regiment, and a supply corps in Duolun City."

“According to a rough estimate”

"Their total strength will definitely not be less than 7500 people."

"Therefore, before the main force of our 7th Independent Brigade arrives here..."

"I think we should boldly take the initiative and attack as much as possible to weaken the enemy's vitality."

At this moment, Captain Liu of the Pistol Battalion could not help but frown, and with a worried look on his face, he quickly interrupted and said, "Mr. Li..."

"You must be mistaken, aren't you?"

"Our pistol battalion currently has only about 400 men."

"Plus the hundred or so people you brought from Zhangbei City..."

"The total number of people is probably less than 600."

"And more importantly, we don't have any decent heavy weapons and equipment at all."

"Just rashly taking the initiative like this"

"What's the difference between this and committing suicide in vain?"

Hearing this, Li Yan suddenly burst into laughter, and then responded confidently: "Captain Liu"

"Taking the initiative doesn't necessarily mean a head-on, frontal assault."

“We can definitely find another way.”

"For example, launching sneak attacks, secretly destroying important enemy facilities, or even poisoning, assassination, etc."

"In short, as long as it can cause damage to the enemy, we should give it a try!"