War of Resistance

Chapter 1406 World War I Changsha (29)
However, will things really go as Zhang Tianhai expected?That can only wait and see.

On September 25, [-], the battlefield on the south bank of the Xinqiang River, Caoxie Ridge fell, and the frontline of the Xinqiang River was shaken.

For this reason, Zhang Tianhai held a special meeting on the changes in the frontline situation.

The situation on the frontline was changing so fast that Zhang Tianhai felt caught off guard - he had a premonition that the No.15 Army would withdraw soon!

"My colleagues, because the situation on the front line is changing so fast, although our troops have not received the order from Shangfeng to retreat yet, we should take contingency measures." Zhang Tianhai's tone was cold. Liang, he is indeed a little confused: just yesterday, he was still setting up the front line positions with great interest, in order to support the No.15 Army's operations on the front line.

But it was different now. Before the Shangcun detachment came to fight, the position on the south bank of the Xinqiang River was forcibly broken by the "Beast Division" on the north bank.

"Commander, I'm afraid it's too early to say this at this time?" Li Yinglun's face was a little uncertain. He was originally a political cadre, and he was very clear about principles.

"The situation on the battlefield is changing rapidly. If the No.15 Army retreats immediately and we don't make any preparations, the losses of our theater guards will be very heavy, especially our supply troops and artillery battalion." Zhang Tianhai His face darkened, and he didn't want to see this kind of result, but in the final analysis, it was his lack of familiarity with this period of history that led to this situation.

"I understand." Li Yinglun nodded. He has worked with Zhang Tianhai for so long, so he knows this guy's ass-temper. Anyway, he reminded him in place.

"Now our first task is to ensure the safety of the artillery battalion. This thing is a precious asset of our army. If it is gone, it will really be gone." Zhang Tianhai said to the people in front of him.

Since this is a very urgent and extremely important meeting, only the Big Three of the security forces, as well as the deputy heads and heads who preside over the main work of each regiment attended the meeting.

It is impossible for them not to pay attention to what Zhang Tianhai mentioned so solemnly, and they have already recorded the most critical information with pens.

"For this, I hope everyone can understand. Also, if other troops on the battlefield are broken, our troops allow them to contain them. The number of people to be contained is up to you, but what we want are elite soldiers. As long as they are Veterans with battlefield experience, the more security forces we have in the theater, the better." Zhang Tianhai's face was still heavy, but he revealed the essence of his plan to "take advantage of the fire" this time.

Yes, since Zhang Tianhai's second battalion of the third guard regiment was almost wiped out, and the second guard regiment suffered a lot of losses in the Hukou battle, he was anxious to make up for the loss, and there was , I don't know how many people will be sacrificed in the next battle.

Under such circumstances, Zhang Tianhai used his "wrong brain", that is, to house the rout of the No.15 Army!Especially veterans!

Don't underestimate this item. The troops of the No.15 Army are all serious Central Army troops. Compared with other local army troops, their combat effectiveness is much stronger, and they also have certain guarantees in terms of discipline.

Based on these, how can Zhang Tianhai, who is almost comparable to Lao Cai, a landlord in Shanxi, be tempted?Anyway, they are all Central Army troops. Where are they fighting?Your army’s combat effectiveness is not good, right? Our Ninth War Zone Security Force is known as a victorious division... Come on, lad~
Fortunately, Guan Linzhengyuan commanded the troops to retreat on the south bank of the Xinqiang River. If he knew Zhang Tianhai's "wolf ambition", he would probably kick his ass with his leather shoes.

"Yes! Sir!!" The three heads (deputy heads) responded at the same time.

"As for where our artillery battalion should be withdrawn, do you guys have any better suggestions?" Zhang Tianhai put his hands behind his back on the table and leaned forward slightly, as if he really wanted to get the right answer.

As the deputy head and acting head of the first security regiment, Guo Qiliang was the first to speak out: "Report to the commander-in-chief, I believe that we should withdraw to the south of Laodao River."

"Oh? Tell me your reason." Zhang Tianhai was a little surprised. After all, Guo Qiliang seldom expressed his opinion, especially in this situation.

"Actually, the Miluo River is not to the extent that it can be defended against natural dangers, and the south bank of the Miluo River is also a plain. If the No. 15 Army really retreats, the Japanese army is very likely to follow and directly confront the No. The 15th Army carried out a trailing attack. As the saying goes, if the main force of the No.15th Army does not reach this level, none of us can guarantee their other troops. Therefore, the south of the Laodao River , I think it is the best." Guo Qiliang talked eloquently, obviously it was the comprehensive work of hosting for a while that greatly improved his confidence and ability.

"I agree with Deputy Commander Guo. After all, this artillery battalion is the treasure of our entire theater security force. If there is any loss, it is not worth it. Although our artillery battalion bears the title of artillery battalion, it can The actual combat capability is indeed comparable to that of the Artillery Regiment, and under such circumstances, it is safest to withdraw to the south of the Laodao River," Zhou Fangjie said.

Li Yinglun also spoke up: "I agree with the two comrades, our artillery battalion must not be lost in such a place."

"Okay, then let's make a decision like this! If the artillery battalion is retreating, I suggest that the cavalry battalion, the first guard regiment and the second guard regiment retreat at the same time, and the main force of the third guard regiment retreat to the direction of Wukou Town. The rest of the troops will retreat after receiving the order from the chief and completing the task of containing the rout." Zhang Tianhai made a decision immediately, and his two battalions and the main force were all arranged, quite like Sun Yuanliang's "Sun Pao" The demeanor of "running" is in it.

"Yes! Sir!!" The three heads and deputy heads stood up and saluted at the same time.

Of course, Zhang Tianhai's arrangement is not as mentally retarded as the one where there is no other arrangement except to run. He sent the main force of the third guard regiment to withdraw in the direction of Wukou Town. The first Changsha battle was won, and the situation before the war was restored, so the Japanese army will definitely retreat!It is absolutely correct to ambush a stumbling block here!

In Zhang Tianhai's plan, in addition to withdrawing all of the third guard regiment to that direction, he would also place the guard battalion directly under the general headquarters there, in order to delay the retreat of the Japanese army in order to obtain the greatest results. !
Once it comes, it will be safe, this is what Zhang Tianhai wants to do.

However, the Anzhi here is to let the Japanese army come and don't even think about running away, not to let the Japanese army set up camp here and occupy China's land!

Looking at these resolute and unyielding faces in front of him, Zhang Tianhai got a little comfort in his heart - at least there are still this group of people who will go to the country with him. Even if they die in battle, they will not be alone on the road to Huangquan!
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PS: Updates are coming!I wanted to write another update, but I found that my brain is not enough, I am quite tired, good night!

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