Bright Sword's Bloody War of Resistance

Chapter 298 Tainan Hero Group

Wuxiang, Wangjiayu, the headquarters of the Eighth Route Army.

The main force of the 129th Division launched a raid on the Yuliao Highway. After capturing Liao County, the Japanese Fourth and Ninth Mixed Brigades reinforced from the north and west.

After repeated battles, the 129th Division was quite fatigued and suffered heavy casualties. Judging that the Japanese reinforcements in the Liao and Yu areas might take advantage of the situation to "sweep" the Taibei area, they decided to end the Yu-Liao campaign.

After the battle, the division headquarters withdrew from Liao County on the Zhengtai Line to Wuxiang, and merged with the Eighth Route Army headquarters again.

In the war room, a number of combat staff officers re-marked on the map according to the results reported by the various ministries. This work has been going on for several days and is nearing completion. After that, the Eighth Route Army headquarters will report to the Military Commission.

"The Hundred Regiments War has achieved such results. One is that the strength of our Eighth Route Army has improved significantly compared to before. The other is that the Japanese army is stretched behind the enemy's forces. At the same time, we did not expect that we would launch such a large-scale attack!"

Before the start of the Hundred Regiments Campaign, the headquarters' combat plan was to attack on the Zhengtai Line. The estimated strength of the Zhengtai Line was 22 regiments. The 10th Division dispatched 129 to 8 regiments, and most of the artillery regiment of the headquarters and one of the engineers also participated in the battle.

At the end of the final order, it is mentioned that the forces for other railways to cooperate in operations shall be arranged by each district.

Just such a sentence has created such a big commotion.

"However, the Japanese army suffered heavy casualties, and our troops suffered heavy casualties. After the strength is exposed, the Japanese army will retaliate!"

"Those who don't plan for the world can't plan for a moment; those who don't plan for the overall situation don't plan for a region. We must prepare in advance! At present, the direction of the struggle has changed. The most urgent task is to take a timely rest, digest the spoils, and consolidate the bases in hand. Restore the vitality of the troops, and at the same time keep an eye on the movements of the Japanese troops from all walks of life!" Commander Liu personally commanded the battle on the front line, and obviously had a better understanding of the status of the front-line commanders and fighters, so he put forward targeted suggestions.

Several people then conducted specific discussions on the next development, and then the combat staff officer issued a report to each unit.

"I heard that Zhou Weihan's independent detachment is doing a lot!" the boss asked with a hint.

"That's right. The independent detachment was wounded and suppressed many Japanese troops in this battle. It also wiped out a part of the [-]th Division's northward reinforcements. The casualties were not small, and it was urgent to replenish the source of troops. Therefore, [-] people were transferred from the local troops to supplement the main force. The army is also preparing to set up three cadre regiments, and the division headquarters and the Taihang administrative region have agreed to the recruitment plan for this independent detachment!" Political commissar Deng explained.

"In addition, Changzhi District reported a situation this morning, and we still need to discuss it!"

"Fourth Regiment? Is that the Fourth Regiment that blew up Changzhi Airport?" The boss didn't say anything more about the expansion of the independent detachment, but brought up the Fourth Regiment instead.

"Yes, the Fourth Regiment sacrificed more than [-] people to blow up the airport, causing heavy casualties. It strongly supported the Lintun Highway, the Baijin Railway, and the battle against the Japanese army around Tainan, making the Japanese army blind. Our army is leading the way, and it can be said that the Fourth Regiment of the Independent Detachment has contributed a lot!" Political Commissar Deng praised.

"Boss, you also said that you should focus on praise for this fourth regiment, and you want me to remind you specifically, have you forgotten?" the deputy chief of staff reminded at this time.

The boss slapped his head, and then said: "Look at my memory, I remember it!"

At this time, a comrade from the political department of the headquarters interjected: "The political department of the fourth regiment of the independent detachment has its files. The composition of the regiment is complicated. It is composed of the Central Army, Jinsui Army, and Sichuan Army. I think."

Before he could finish speaking, Political Commissar Deng slapped the table and said, "Comrade you, don't say such things that affect unity in the future. Our Eighth Route Army has always been tolerant of all kinds of armed forces that are dedicated to resisting Japan. The Fourth Regiment not only has what you said, but also The backbone of the 115th Division, besides, the commanders and fighters of the Fourth Regiment are also our comrades, and it will be chilling for the comrades on the front line to know this kind of words!"

Commissar Deng may be small in stature, but his words are deafening.

The boss waved his hand, his eyes focused, and said in a deep voice: "This unit is a special existence in our Eighth Route Army and has special political significance. Although the headquarters can't give a regular number like the 772 regiment, I think it can give a special number. The serial number is used to highlight its achievements!"

The boss paced around the room, thinking carefully, and then said, "I see, it's called Tainan Heroes, what do you think?"

The deputy chief of staff, Mr. Liu, and Political Commissar Deng looked at each other. They thought they would be given the number of the old fourth regiment, but they didn't expect the boss to be so generous.

The title of the Tainan Heroes Corps is not small, and it is rare for troops to be awarded such a designation by the headquarters in the Eighth Route Army.

"I agree with this point. I think comrades from Xinhua Daily can do an exclusive interview and publicize it among all the commanders and fighters of our Eighth Route Army. This is very meaningful, and it can even arouse the fighting enthusiasm of the soldiers!" Deputy Chief of Staff The chief took the lead in supporting the road.

"I have no objection either. I'm too happy to have such a unit in my 129th Division. How could I refuse!" Master Liu said with a smile.

While talking, several people settled down on the matter of Situan.

Then the topic changed, and we talked about the Changzhi area.

"The local comrades in Changzhi reported that a main force is needed to support the Pingshun area. We still need to discuss this matter!" Political commissar Deng brought up the old matter again.

"Changzhi is an area heavily defended by the Japanese army. We have always avoided it, and we are sandwiched between Yuenan and Tainan. The location is really awkward, which is why it can't develop!"

"Currently, the independent detachment is a barrier to the southeast of my base area. If we develop to the west and make enemies on three sides, I'm worried that Zhou Weihan will not be able to take over such a large area!" Political Commissar Deng said one after another, frowning.

"I don't think there is anything to hesitate about this point. The independent detachment is now on the bright side. Why can't the Japanese army make targeted deployments? Pingshun is used as a barrier on the west side. It is better to deploy forces earlier, otherwise the Japanese army will have nothing to do. If the action is to attack the independent detachment from the east and west, it will be difficult!"

"Of course, we need to consult the opinions of the people involved. After all, Zhou Weihan himself knows the best about whether the independent detachment has the power to expand outwards, and he has the right to speak!" the deputy chief of staff suggested.

Several people nodded.

"That's just right. Zhou Weihan made a fortune this time. He captured the Japanese tanks and armored vehicles and built a tank company. Let's all go and see. I want to see what new tricks he can come up with!" Liu said. The teacher said with a smile, sending out an invitation.

"Go?" The boss glanced at the deputy chief of staff.

"We have to go, Zhou Weihan hasn't handed in the seized materials yet, and the arsenal is still waiting for the rails to make guns and cannons. I have to go and urge him on this matter myself!" said the deputy chief of staff.

"Then let Taiyue, Taibei, and Hebei ministries send some cadres to the independent detachment to learn together!" the boss said.

"Our group went there, as if we were going to beat up local tyrants!" Political Commissar Deng said with a smile
"Hahaha!" The chiefs burst out laughing.

"Don't say it, it really has such a meaning!"

(End of this chapter)