My Head of the Huaxia Expeditionary Force

Chapter 460
In the tank training ground, dozens of tanks and armored vehicles are conducting tactical drills in this open space, and the gunners are firing live ammunition at the target, filled with gunpowder and fire.There are also some tank drivers using the old-fashioned t26 to train the driving skills of the recruits, the scene is very lively
"Car No. [-] quickly catches up, Car No. [-] and No. [-] slow down..."

"The radios in your hands are not decorations! All commanders pay attention to observe the surrounding environment, and make timely notifications to make adjustments!"

"Armored vehicles are cruising on the flanks, pay attention to keeping the distance, and respond to the surrounding situation at any time..."

Yuan Li stood on the podium, commanding the tank regiment with a radio communicator, issuing orders one after another.

On the other hand, Hong Mu guided the recruits to do basic training such as driving, firing guns, and marching in formation. The auxiliary soldiers and transport regiments were not idle either. Helping to transport ammunition supplies and overhaul equipment became their compulsory courses.

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On a small hill next to the training ground, Chen Jize and other senior officers of the armored brigade were actively discussing tactical arrangements here.

The tanks and chariots galloping back and forth down the mountain raised huge smoke and dust. The thick silver barrels were extremely fierce, and the large-caliber machine guns on the armored vehicles were even more majestic.

Liao Mingyu eagerly waited and watched with a telescope. The armored brigade seemed to have begun to take shape, but a lot of adjustments might be needed in the actual combat methods, otherwise it would be difficult to adapt to the environment of the Burmese battlefield.

"Jize, what path do you think the armored brigade should take in the future?"

This sentence stunned Chen Jize, what else could the armored troops do?Isn't it just to break through the enemy's position with strong firepower and protection, and support the infantry attack.

Although he had some doubts in his heart, he still honestly expressed his cognition:
"Tanks should be used as infantry support weapons to accompany the infantry in joint operations. I regard the armored brigade as an iron claw, which is used to tear open the gap opened by the infantry division from the enemy's defense line with the support of the tank, so as to expand the battle results while reducing the infantry attack. the resulting loss."

After hearing this, Liao Mingyu just nodded noncommittally. His thoughts were very consistent with the early US military's tactical philosophy on tanks. They both believed that tanks were a sharp weapon accompanying infantry operations, but they all ignored the terrible advantages brought by tank group operations.

At the time of the Normandy landings, the US tanks were still weapons to support the infantry and failed to form a forward armored group.The U.S. military did not adjust the implementation of infantry-tank coordinated tactics until 1944. Each infantry regiment would be matched with a tank battalion. Tanks would be concentrated as the vanguard of the infantry regiment's attack, and tanks would be used to clear obstacles for the infantry's advance.

Judging from the previous combat experience, most of the actions of armored forces are carried out under the cover of infantry. On the one hand, because of the small number, and on the other hand, due to the limited terrain, there are very few tanks attacking in groups. case.

"In view of the terrain in northern Myanmar, the armored forces cannot be fully deployed. I am also considering forming a light infantry regiment to join your brigade later. The infantry and tank coordination does require more training."

"Understood, please rest assured Junzuo." Chen Jize replied seriously with a solemn expression.

Infantry-tank coordination... If you understand it literally, this tactic is very simple, that is, the infantry rushes to the left and right of the tank.

In the most common language to explain the coordination of infantry and tanks, that is, the infantry advances forward with the tank as the center, and the tank opens the way for the infantry to block the enemy's firepower attack.

The infantry needs to observe the surrounding environment at all times, prevent the enemy infantry from raiding the tank, clear the anti-tank mines on the road, etc., to protect the safety of the tank.Tanks have always played the role of pioneers, while infantry is the extension of tank firepower, responsible for expanding the results of battle.

In this era, each country has a unique set of views on the use of armored forces, but in actual combat environments, infantry-tank coordination tactics are very complicated. During World War II, it is estimated that only the German and Soviet troops could play well, while the Western Allies have always been Babbling.

After a pause, Liao Mingyu continued: "However, soldiers are impermanent, water is impermanent, and armored forces cannot rely on only one tactic. Infantry-tank coordination, artillery-tank coordination, and group operations... must be effectively arranged according to the battlefield situation. Soldiers Quality is one aspect, and the rational use of tactics is the key to success."

"Jize understands, Xie Junzuo taught me." Chen Jize closed his legs and replied solemnly.

Seeing his serious appearance, Liao Mingyu couldn't help smiling. This kid is good at everything. He has good command attainments at a young age, and his military ability is also among the best among all the commanders in the army. He is just too serious. , To put it bluntly, EQ is a little low.

In the scheming state government, a young man like him who is capable but doesn't know how to flatter, if he doesn't meet a Bole, he is destined to be the target of suppression.

"It's been almost two years since I've been here, are my parents okay now?" Liao Mingyu suddenly changed the subject and chatted about homework.

"The aunt at home is in Ziyang, Sichuan. I sent my parents there before coming to western Yunnan. It was able to temporarily avoid the war, but I don't know about Hunan..."

Speaking of this, Chen Jize hesitated to speak. This war has not yet been resolved. Hengyang is fighting fiercely. If Hunan is lost again, the Japanese will definitely attack Guizhou and Sichuan next. At stake.

"Don't worry, the Ninth War Zone has been fighting for seven years and there is no winner. General Xue is a tiger that is not easy to mess with. The little devil wants to take Hunan."

Liao Mingyu preached confidently as if he had read his inner thoughts.

This is indeed the case. It took seven years before and after the Japanese army attacked Hunan, and they invested a total of about 7 troops. In the battle of Changsha alone, Japan invested about 60 troops.And Huaxia invested as much as 40 million.

From the Battle of Changsha launched by the Japanese army in 39 to the Battle of Hengyang in 44, all officers and soldiers in the Ninth War Zone fought against the Japanese for seven years, and countless battles were fought.

More than 11 Japanese troops were wiped out in the three Changsha battles, and about 20 Japanese troops were wiped out in total including several other battles.This battle was also the city's offensive and defensive battle with the most casualties and the longest fighting time in the history of the Chinese Anti-Japanese War.

Hunan seemed to be the most insurmountable gap, and General Xue Yue once became a nightmare that little devils talked about. Until the end of the Anti-Japanese War, the Japanese army still did not take Hunan, and Hunan became a sad place for the Japanese.

"Well, with the support of the 11th Group Army and the [-]th Group Army, I believe that the Japanese will definitely not take advantage of this Hengyang battle." Chen Jize seemed to be enlightened, and the luster in his eyes was restored.

Liao Mingyu nodded, thinking of the things he had been worrying about all the time, he couldn't help saying: "Following me to fight in a foreign country... It's hard for you."

"Junzuo, the kindness of knowing you should be rewarded generously. We were just down-and-out officers in the army. The opportunity to command thousands of troops depends on your support. Why is it so hard to say? I believe Hong Mu and the others Think so too.”

Although Chen Jize didn't understand the way of officialdom, he knew very well that without Liao Mingyu, many of them could only stay in the grassroots troops and be suppressed. It was basically impossible to realize their ambitions.

As the saying goes... A soldier dies for his confidant. He can become a major general brigade commander at a young age. In addition to his own efforts, he relies more on the trust of the other party. How lucky to have such a commander who can not put selfishness in mind and give important responsibilities one thing.

"I may have to stay in Myanmar for a long time, and I don't know what will happen in the future, but I don't know what other people will think." Liao Mingyu sighed and said helplessly.

What he is most worried about is the problem of people's hearts. Although his plan is to develop and grow based on Southeast Asia, it is inevitable to stay abroad for a long time, and he doesn't even know when he will be able to return to China, but the group of people under him may not understand.

"Jize has never thought about it that much, but we all know that expanding the territory is the greatest honor of our generation. I believe that Junzuo must have his own ideas. I will wait... to help you!"

Chen Jize enthusiastically expressed his sincerity. Although he was not good at expressing emotions, he was not stupid. With his extremely high insight, he more or less guessed the mystery.

In fact, Chen Jize and several other old comrades had long discussed in private about why Liao Mingyu had to die in Burma and return to China. Although the latter did not reveal anything, everyone felt that Junzuo might have other plans.

At this time, Liao Mingyu has shown his ambition to be a hero. Relying on his sophisticated weapons and equipment and the strong support of Yankees, it is not a bad idea to find another way in Southeast Asia. Hong Mu, who is afraid of chaos in the world, hopes that he can stand on his own. Fight for the hegemony of one side.

Looking at the other party's unaffected expression, Liao Mingyu felt very relieved. He recalled that the average age of the dozens of officers who had just joined the Sichuan Army Corps was less than 25, and less than two hands were still alive.

However, each of them is a tough guy with strong bones, and they have become Liao Mingyu's most enthusiastic supporters so far.

"The domestic situation is very bad. Even if this war ends, the world will not be peaceful. Alas...the general trend cannot be changed by you and me. The reason why we stay here is because we have to."

Liao Mingyu's face was gloomy, and he rarely talked about some taboos and his ambitions:
"The road to the country's rise is doomed to be bumpy. I hope to leave a way for the brothers to escape, and also to leave a barrier for Huaxia overseas!"

(End of this chapter)