Unparalleled Warriors of Anti-Japanese War

Hearing Zhou Enlai's words, Lao Jiang also smiled and said, "We welcome your ever-victorious generals to fight. With such outstanding generals participating in the battle, I believe that we will also add a few more in this Wuhan battle. Into the odds.

I personally agree with some of your requests.However, regarding these requirements, I also need to discuss with the commanders of each theater.How to make good use of your troops is also our responsibility! "

'Then thank you, Chairman!If the Chairman makes a decision, I hope he can help us prepare supplies and a batch of ammunition as soon as possible.After all, it will also take some time for the new 67th Army to arrive on the battlefield.

The current description of the battlefield has become very intense.If our troops can arrive in advance, I believe we can also contribute to the defense of Wuhan.It's just that before the troops arrive in the theater, they still hope that this news can be kept secret.

If the little devil knows, it will be detrimental to our strategic layout.Most importantly, if so many troops are marching, if the news leaks out in advance, they may be bombed by little devil fighter planes.

Before coming here, our Commander-in-Chief Zhu said that we hope that the cooperation between our two militaries this time will also be based on mutual trust.We follow the wishes of the government to send troops to the expedition, and hope that the chairman will not let our soldiers feel cold. '

Although these words were spoken very politely, Lao Jiang could also tell that the Eighth Route Army was still wary of him.Dare to say such a thing is enough to show that the Eighth Route Army attaches great importance to He Zhengdao's expedition.

If He Zhengdao and his new 67th Army were cheated on the battlefield, then Lao Jiang could almost imagine that the agreement between the two parties to join the war of resistance would be formally declared broken.At that time, I am afraid that the Central Army will not be so easy.

In contrast, the Eighth Route Army did not dare to easily tear up this fragile joint operation agreement.But from now on, if he wants the Eighth Route Army to cooperate with them in fighting, I'm afraid it will be impossible.Even the friction between the two armies will probably continue.

In the past, Lao Jiang would be furious if he said something like this was a warning.But today's Eighth Route Army does have the capital to fight against the Central Army.At least it is impossible to easily wipe out the Eighth Route Army.

Even if he was a little angry, Lao Jiang still said with a serious expression: "Director Zhou, I will tell the troops in each theater about this, and we must cooperate with your troops. I will also punish those who delay the fighter. lazy.

In the same way, if your troops are obedient and obedient during combat, then don't blame me for being rude.On the major issues of the War of Resistance, I also hope that we can truly unite as one.Those who violate the order will be punished severely! "

The sharp confrontation between words is enough to show that there are some things that everyone understands in their hearts.But in the matter of tearing up the face, no one wants to leave any talk.After all, the current situation does not allow them to do so.

If the invasion of the Japanese army cannot be resisted, it will be of no benefit to the two parties. Everyone knows this!

Regarding the Central Army's discussion of the requirements put forward by the Eighth Route Army, some generals naturally disagreed.In their view, the Eighth Route Army is also a unit of the National Revolutionary Army, and how can they bargain when they are ordered to resist the war.

Only Li Zongren, who participated in the meeting, proposed to the Eighth Route Army that he hoped that the new 67th Army would join the Fifth Theater.In terms of combat command, he accepted the command of Li Zongren.Rather than hope, go to the ninth war zone and accept Chen Cheng's command.

From this kind of command, everyone knows that the Eighth Route Army is wary of the Central Army.Even if Li Zongren is now a senior member of the Kuomintang, many people know that Li Zongren and Lao Jiang can't urinate in the same pot on some things.

Moreover, besides a small number of troops directly descended from the Central Army, the troops currently commanded by the fifth theater also have many troops reorganized from the Northwest Army and the Northeast Army.Of course, it also includes Li Zongren's direct descendants, who were born in the elite troops of the Gui Army.

Looking at the meeting where there was another quarrel, Lao Jiang frowned and said, "De Lin, tell me your opinion on this matter?"

Commissioner, from the fact that they are willing to send out the new 67th Army and appoint He Zhengdao as the commander, it can be seen that they still attach great importance to this battle and hope to perform in the battle to defend Wuhan.

Right now we are discussing this matter behind closed doors, and some things don't have to be too taboo.The Eighth Route Army has shown their sincerity by sending troops to participate in the battle, but it is impossible that they are not at all wary of us.

Similarly, put such a force in our defense zone, can we really rest assured of them?At least in my opinion, the several demands made by the Eighth Route Army are quite sincere.In terms of weapons and ammunition, they don't ask for much.

If we switch to other troops to fight, I believe that the supplies that need to be prepared will be more than what they need.Moreover, the area they need to garrison is actually an important area for the future defense of Wuhan, which is a tough bone.

According to the current movements of the Japanese army, the Japanese army that will attack the flank of Wuhan in the future should be the second army of the Japanese army.I think everyone is aware of the strength of this army.With the forces we have deployed, it's a bit difficult to stop them.

If this He Zhengdao is really good at fighting as the Eighth Route Army claims, I believe it will still be helpful for us to hold our flanks.The most important thing is that the Eighth Route Army is also tough, and it may be difficult for the Japanese army to get a bargain. '

The last words are undoubtedly to tell these generals who still want to plot against the Eighth Route Army.The Eighth Route Army is tough, even if they are given some difficult combat missions, at least there will be no such thing as disobeying orders and retreating without a fight.

It's just that once this kind of cheating thing is done, I'm afraid they will be hated by the Eighth Route Army in the future.At least in Li Zongren's view, the No.60 Seventh Army sent by the Eighth Route Army was both joy and headache for him.

Happily, with such a new force, he will become more calm when arranging troops.The headache is that when using this army, I'm afraid he really has to think carefully.

This new 67th Army was really pitted too badly. As the commander of the theater, he was afraid that he would really be hated by the Eighth Route Army.As far as the current situation is concerned, the Eighth Route Army rising in Northwest China and North China has already surpassed the Guangxi Army under his command.

Now the overall situation of the Anti-Japanese War is unclear, but the continuous growth of the Eighth Route Army is an indisputable fact.When commanding the Xuzhou battle, Li Zongren had already deeply realized that the Eighth Route Army actually helped a lot in the north.

At least with the Eighth Route Army fighting behind enemy lines in North China, they were indeed much calmer when dealing with the Japanese troops dispatched from the north.If he really offended the Eighth Route Army, Li Zongren would probably feel guilty in his heart.

Accompanied by Li Zongren's remarks, many generals who participated in the meeting were also very aware of their chairman, so why not be wary of Li Zongren?It's just that their cooperation with the Gui Army is more harmonious than that of the Eighth Route Army.

Most importantly, today's Li Zongren and Bai Chongxi also protect the elite troops of the Gui army very well.Even if these elites are also sent to fight, aren't they also very careful to prevent these elites from being wiped out by the Japanese army during the battle?

After all, in this troubled world, nothing is as important as military power.As long as there are soldiers in hand, Li Zongren and Bai Chongxi, generals of the Guangxi family, can enjoy more voice and play a greater role in the War of Resistance and the Nationalist Party.

In troubled times, one may be an enemy today, but an ally tomorrow.For people like Li Zongren, after the outbreak of the Anti-Japanese War, why didn't they notice the decline of local warlords such as the Sichuan Army and the Jinsui Army?

If they really want to wipe out all the direct line troops of the Gui army, I am afraid that Lao Jiang and these central army generals will not think highly of them anymore, right?At least for Li Zongren, he didn't want to pit the Eighth Route Army too hard, so he said such a thing! (To be continued.)

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After a hasty trip to Yan'an, He Zhengdao, who quickly returned to Yulin, knew very well that the time left for them to set off was running out.The officers and soldiers of the newly reorganized 67th Army are still very anxious and looking forward to entering the Wuhan battlefield.

The reason for their uneasiness is naturally that they want to really be friendly with the Central Army this time.For many Eighth Route Army soldiers from the old Red Army, they are very clear that some hatred cannot be erased.

At this time, they went deep into the territory of Hubei alone. If the Central Army is really determined to deceive them, I'm afraid they will be in danger.After all, anyone with a little bit of political savvy knows about the open and covert struggle between the two armies.

The reason for looking forward, of course, is that they can finally return to the south.In particular, some officers and soldiers from the Hubei, Henan and Anhui base areas are undoubtedly looking forward to this trip to Wuhan to participate in the battle.

The so-called "the three armies are not moved, food and grass go first", even if the new 67th army is going out this time, the government will provide the food and supplies needed.But in He Zhengdao's view, this kind of lifeline cannot be left in the hands of the Central Army.

If you really think that the Central Army will guarantee their food supplies, you are really a fool.After the expansion of the New 67th Army, there are three divisions plus a reconnaissance brigade and a direct artillery regiment, with a total of nearly 6 people.

Such a huge team naturally consumes a lot of food every day.If he really didn't make any preparations, He Zhengdao was really worried. He didn't have to wait for the little devil to attack. It is estimated that the problem of food alone would drag him down.

Thinking of this, He Zhengdao found Li Xiangdong, who was also promoted to major general, and said: "Our going to Wuhan to participate in the battle has basically been finalized, and the rest is waiting for the call back from the Central Army.

Considering the safety of the large army, I think you should send your reconnaissance brigade there first.Even at present, Lao Jiang has not given clear instructions to let us be responsible for which area.But around the Dabie Mountains, we must take control.

Around the Dabie Mountains area, we strive to reorganize the Hubei, Henan and Anhui bases this time.Zhu Fei had already led a group of people there earlier, when the time comes, remember to contact the radio station and try to meet up there.

The first task is to collect food, and prepare to receive the materials allocated to us by the government.The four regiments of your reconnaissance brigade secretly entered the territory of Hubei and Henan as a unit this time, and finally converged in the Dabie Mountains area.

If there is any change in the matter, I will also inform you on the radio in time.When you arrive in the territory of the Dabie Mountains, the main task of the reconnaissance brigade is to monitor the movement of the Japanese army and the defensive deployment of our other friendly forces.

There is also a special task, that is, when you are marching, try to leave some troops on the road from time to time.Don't have too many people, just ensure a main company commander.This is also to prevent the Central Army from cutting off our retreat.

In a word, this time our new 67th Army is going to Wuhan, and your reconnaissance brigade will be the vanguard.Tell the officers and soldiers of the army that all the new weapons issued to you should be taken care of by me, and the Central Army should not be allowed to inquire casually.Understand? "

'Yes, please rest assured, the commander, our reconnaissance brigade guarantees to complete the mission. '

'Okay, I will call you the commander in the future!For this expedition, take the major general uniform issued to you by the government, it may be useful at any time.If you meet someone who intends to cause trouble for us, give me a big slap in the face.

Remember, as long as we are on the right side, you have nothing to fear.This time, our new 67th Army went to the past, in addition to fighting against the little devils, we also hoped to restore the base areas of Hubei, Henan and Anhui.

As long as we have a firm foothold there, I believe the common people will still welcome us.But the situation there will be more complicated than the enemy situation in Northwest and North China.Therefore, when dealing with problems, we must grasp a degree, understand? '

'Yes, Commander! '

For Li Xiangdong, he never thought that one day he would become a general himself.But he understood that he could have achieved what he is today, inseparable from He Zhengdao's appreciation of him.He also didn't want to create any trouble for He Zhengdao.

In fact, the remaining three infantry divisions want to participate in the expansion of the new 67th Army.Just to ensure that the independent column deterred the Kwantung Army and the North China Japanese Army in Suiyuan, these main divisions did not change much.

At present, the old foundation of the New 67th Army is actually the first division, second division and reconnaissance brigade of the original independent column.Most of the officers and soldiers of the extra infantry division were selected from the reserve force, and their combat effectiveness was naturally not bad.

With the reconnaissance brigade as the vanguard of the new 67th Army, it began to leave Yulin in regiments.The remaining three infantry divisions that have completed reorganization are also making preparations before departure, and various tasks are also being handed over.