Unparalleled Warriors of Anti-Japanese War

Cooperating with other coordinating troops, the Japanese army's military strength in Shanxi is not weak.In contrast, the Eighth Route Army, which was forced to break out of the encirclement and go northward to fight the war, fought more and more fiercely, and even recovered cities like Taiyuan.

If there is no comparison, the gap cannot be known. In the eyes of many foreign forces, the government and army that led the Chinese War of Resistance are undoubtedly the Nationalist Government and Chiang Kai-shek's Kuomintang troops retreating from Chongqing.

But starting from the Battle of Songhu, although the troops under Lao Jiang's command fought many battles with the Japanese army.However, every battle seems to end with the army's retreat, which is a bit embarrassing and embarrassing.

Even if the national government propaganda, this is the exchange of space for time.However, compared with the continuous expansion of the Eighth Route Army's jurisdiction, this time it opened up two major battlefields.And judging from the current situation, there is no doubt that the Eighth Route Army has the upper hand.

After some comparison, foreign governments who paid close attention to China's War of Resistance gradually realized it.Even if Huaxia can win this war of resistance against Japan, but the party and army of Huaxia will have the final say in the future, it seems that there is really suspense.

Mei Lijian was the first to propose to Yan'an to send a visiting group. Naturally, too many people couldn't hide the war clouds hanging over Europe.Once Europe goes to war, the world pattern will also change accordingly.

As a military and economic power that emerged after World War I, the United States also has colonial interests in Asia.Today's Asia is shrouded in the threat of Japan.American Lijian really needs to find an ally or partner in Asia.

Even in the United States Congress, many people only recognize people like Lao Jiang.But the sudden rise of the Eighth Route Army also makes Meilijian feel that it is necessary to change some of their policies toward China.

Even if you don't give the Eighth Route Army any benefits for the time being, you still need to contact the Eighth Route Army.If it is Huaxia in the future, Yan'an has the final say, and they have contacted in advance, so it will be easier to deal with them in the future.

After receiving the application from the US representative stationed in Chongqing, the Eighth Route Army office in Chongqing naturally passed the news back to Yan'an very quickly.Such a telegram also excited Yan'an.

In a sense, this is a good start, a start for the world to understand China and Yan'an.At least in Mao's view, they would no longer have to rely solely on the Soviet Union's face in the future. dudu1

Since people intend to make contact with us, it is natural for us not to thank guests behind closed doors.Our current situation is very good, and we need to have more contact with the outside world to let others know our political program and policy.

The so-called closed door is not necessary.It's just that after they come, how we entertain them also needs to be discussed in detail.I think Enlai should be responsible for this matter!

OK, Chairman!

As the person in charge of the Eighth Route Army who is best at diplomacy, it is undoubtedly a wise choice for Zhou Enlai to be in charge of liaising with the US delegation.But this incident also made Yan'an realize that they are no longer the same as before.

Although the battle between Shanxi and Henan is still ongoing, Zhengzhou in Henan and Taiyuan in Shanxi have become areas controlled by the Eighth Route Army.Many garrison troops stationed in Shaanxi also moved to the newly recovered areas.

With a new jurisdiction, it is natural to form a corresponding democratic government and a corresponding garrison.For the Eighth Route Army, this has undoubtedly achieved new development again. The population of the base area and the government are also growing.

Regarding some matters in Yan'an, Mao will also instruct the confidential department to send a telegram to He Zhengdao as a counselor.As a newly promoted alternate member, He Zhengdao can naturally express his opinions on some government matters. w.ius.co

Regarding the matter involving the U.S. delegation, He Zhengdao also said directly: "The U.S. representatives come here, and we can let them visit our troops and bases. But some secret units also need to keep them secret.

Regarding our steel factory and arsenal, we still need to keep it secret.Even if the US representative asks, we must refuse their visit.Except for submachine guns, all other new weapons are kept secret.

If the representatives of the United States want to buy our submachine gun design drawings, they can also negotiate with them accordingly.It's just that under the current circumstances, even if we want machinery and equipment, they may not be able to bring it in for us.

Regarding the treatment of US representatives, my suggestion is to show our enthusiasm and stick to our principles.There is a difference between foreign devils and little devils, but they also need to be more careful, and cannot be given too much trust! "

After receiving the telegram from He Zhengdao, after discussing it with Zhou Enlai and others, Mao also felt that it made sense.Regardless of whether they admit it or not, it is clear to all countries that Yan'an is getting closer to the Soviet Union. dudu2

It's just that the representatives of various countries also know that Mao, who is currently leading the deal with the Eighth Route Army in Yan'an, is not a staunch pro-Soviet faction.If they can win the favor of Mao and Yan'an, maybe they can also get some benefits.

On matters involving Yan Xishan, He Zhengdao did not express much opinion.His suggestion is to find out about Yan Laoxi first, and see what this guy who is good at dancing on two eggs is up to.

In short, it is undoubtedly impossible to return the management rights of Taiyuan or Shanxi.If Yan Xishan goes too far, He Zhengdao doesn't mind staging a mutiny in the Jinsui army, and let Yan Xishan know that a man who understands current affairs is a hero.

The Jinsui army currently stationed in Linfen seems to have a lot of troops, but their combat effectiveness is very weak.In addition, their weapons and equipment depend to a large extent on the supplies of the Eighth Route Army, and the consequences of the Eighth Route Army's assassination can be imagined.

The only unit that can fight, but the commander doesn't deal with Yan Laoxi.If it weren't for the current situation being more sensitive, I'm afraid that Fu Zuoyi, who is currently stationed in Jincheng, would have announced a change of course.

At least for Zuoyi, he still hopes to have the opportunity to command the troops and go to the occupied areas to fight the Japanese army.Instead of continuing to be trapped in Jincheng, staying in this place will not get any development opportunities.

But as far as the Eighth Route Army is concerned, it also needs to think carefully about recruiting troops under Fu Zuoyi's command.Once its power is allowed to develop and expand too quickly, it will leave some unpredictable hidden dangers in the future.

He Zhengdao completely handed over the affairs of Taiyuan City to Boss He and Division 120.He and Ye Jianying only stayed in Taiyuan for one day before continuing to the Jinzhong battlefield to pay attention to the operations of the main forces on the front line.

When it was learned that the Japanese mixed brigade did not retreat in the direction of Jinyuan, but instead came straight to Jinzhong.He Zhengdao was really surprised, but he quickly ordered a division of soldiers to enter Jinyuan to recover the city.

As for the infantry brigade led by Itagaki, the second reconnaissance regiment blocked it for nearly two days on the way to Jinzhong.If it weren't for the troops from Jinzhong to respond, I'm afraid Itagaki would have been completely wiped out by the two reconnaissance regiments.

After receiving a telegram from the Second Reconnaissance Regiment requesting punishment, He Zhengdao said calmly: "Forget it! We didn't expect that Itagaki would be willing to give up such an important military town as Jinyuan. barely.

Order, the two reconnaissance regiments immediately moved in the direction of Jinzhong. After the main force of the first division recovered Jinyuan, they advanced all the way to Jinzhong.The main force of the Second Division cooperated with the reconnaissance brigade to continue to pursue Itagaki. dudu3

If Banyuan stays in Jinzhong City and does not come out, then we will divide our forces to capture other large and small counties in Jinzhong.From now on, I will not allow a single soldier to enter Jinzhong City. I want to see how long Banyuan can stay in Jinzhong City! "

Since the plan to wipe out Banyuan in the wild was no longer feasible, He Zhengdao changed the battle plan to besiege the city and fight for aid.Surround the Itagaki troops that have been stationed in Jinzhong at this moment, and start dividing troops to occupy other places.

Once the large and small counties from Jinzhong to Xingtai are recovered by the Eighth Route Army, it is impossible for Itagaki to lead his troops to break out of Shanxi.Even if he doesn't attack, He Zhengdao will be trapped alive in Banyuan and his troops!

As for the artillery brigade, under the order of He Zhengdao at this moment, it began to move in the direction of Changzhi.Cooperate with the reconnaissance brigade troops there and Changzhi troops to encircle and wipe out the [-]th Division of the Japanese Army who resisted in Changzhi.

If the [-]th Division can be encircled and wiped out, at least Itagaki will be able to recognize the reality.That is, their plan to join forces with the [-]th Division to break out of the encirclement is simply impossible to realize.[-] Division, He Zhengdao is determined!

As the Northeast Anti-Japanese Allied Forces began to adjust their deployment, the Banyuan troops retreating to Jinzhong City were besieged.In this way, Banyuan, who retreated to Jinzhong, seemed to be able to breathe a sigh of relief, but the [-]th Division was out of luck.

The Luo Binghui Department of the 118th Division, which had previously fought against the [-]th Division, and the Third Reconnaissance Regiment stationed in Changzhi, had been in a stalemate with the [-]th Division.In any case, the fighting power of the main division of the little devil is not vegetarian.

But with the artillery brigade under the command of the Northeast Anti-Japanese Allied Forces and the main force of a division heading straight for them, they launched an attack from the side and rear.The [-]th Division, which had persisted for a long time, finally couldn't bear it anymore.

After receiving a telegram asking for help from the [-]th Division, Ban Yuan, who was besieged in Jinzhong City, said bitterly: "How could this battle be fought like this!"

Reinforcements, now he has reinforcements to send.If there were reinforcements, he would not be trapped in Jinzhong City.Although they successfully rushed out of the blocking of the Eighth Route Army, there were actually not many troops left from Taiyuan City.

I thought that I could meet the blocked [-]th Division in Jinzhong, but now the Eighth Route Army has surrounded Jinzhong City.If they went out of the city to rescue, they might not be able to save the [-]th Division, and they would have to bring in the remaining troops!To be continued.

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Chapter Seventy-Twenty-Five: The little devil who is desperate to break through!

Facing the reply telegram from Itagaki, the [-]th Division, which was also besieged in Xiangyuan, also seemed angry and helpless.Angry, it was naturally Itagaki sent a telegram earlier, asking them to rush to the Jinzhong area to meet up as soon as possible.

It was precisely because of this order that the [-]th Division abandoned Changzhi City, which was originally more fortified, and instead broke through all the way to Xiangyuan.But no one would have thought that it would be almost impossible for them to rush to Jinzhong after arriving here.

The First Division of the Northeast Anti-Japanese Coalition Army that captured Jinyuan, and the Artillery Brigade directly under the Coordination Army, almost marched forward by running, and successively captured the large and small counties in Changzhi's jurisdiction and the border with Jinzhong. The encirclement has already taken shape.

I thought that at this time, Itagaki, who was retreating to Jinzhong, should be able to draw out troops to support them to break through.But Itagaki's call back clearly told the generals of the [-]th Division that reinforcements were hopeless, and they could only rely on themselves to break through.

The Japanese army currently in Xiangyuan, apart from the successful [-]th Division, many of the defenders in the county town that were captured by the Eighth Route Army also retreated to Xiangyuan.Generally speaking, the [-]th Division staying in Xiangyuan still has a certain ability to fight back.

It was just that the Eighth Route Army dispatched an artillery brigade equipped with heavy artillery as it came from the front line. The [-]th Division, who knew what this meant, also knew that there was not much time left for them to make a decision.

Facing the telegram sent by Itagaki, the head of the [-]th Division said: "General, how could they do this! If the order to break out had been issued earlier, we would not have been trapped here, and we could have broken out in the direction of Hebei. Well!

Now we are surrounded by heavy troops from the Eighth Route Army, how can it be possible to break out of the encirclement.Doesn't Commander Itagaki have a reorganized division?Why can't they deploy troops to support us to break through? "

Hearing the complaint from the head of the brigade, the head of the [-]th Division quickly said: "Miyamoto-kun, be careful! The commander made such a decision, I'm afraid it was out of his own accord. This time, we underestimated The strength of the Eighth Route Army.

According to the information from the headquarters, the Eighth Route Army used at least six to seven divisions in Shanxi this time.Their total strength is at least twice that of ours.In the hands of the commander, there is only one infantry brigade available.

Most importantly, they also suffered heavy losses in the battle to transfer Jinzhong.If it wasn't for Jinyuan's independent mixed brigade to provide timely support, I'm afraid they would not be able to enter Jinzhong City safely.Now, they too are under siege.

At this time, if they go out of the city to confront the Eighth Route Army, they can certainly share some of the pressure for us.But it is basically impossible to join us. The Eighth Route Army will not let our two divisions join forces.