My client Li Yunlong

Chapter 147 Brigade Commander: Our artillery is not strong enough yet, we need to continue to strengthen our artillery construction!

"More than a full squadron?"

"Over a thousand casualties in total? More than half of them were broken into pieces!"

and county.

Headquarters of the [-]th Division.

The division commander of the twenty-seventh division, the eldest of the three true husbands opened his eyes.

"The casualties are so serious?!"

He had just asked about casualties on the front lines.

Although Tubal Road is equipped with heavy artillery, there is no doubt that victory in this battle will belong to the [-]th Division.

The only difference was how many casualties the Twenty-seventh Division would pay.

After all, Tubal Road's strength exceeded his expectations, and they actually had a large number of heavy artillery.

As a result, the staff told him that although detailed statistics have not been released yet, at noon, the troops attacking the two counties reported that each suffered casualties of about one brigade.

The total casualties were one full brigade and [-] Locust Army casualties.

Among them, more than [-]% of the jade was broken, more than [-] people died, and more than [-] people were seriously injured.

It has only been a day and a half since the war started!

This number was too much beyond his expectation.

In a day and a half, according to inaccurate statistics, there were more than [-] casualties, and more than [-] people were broken.

Based on this figure, the number of casualties in two days is likely to exceed [-], accounting for [-]% of the entire division, and the number of casualties will exceed [-], which is close to [-]% of the entire division.

This number doesn't sound high.

But in fact, only two infantry regiments participated in the battle, with a total strength of [-] people.

According to this ratio, the casualty ratio is not generally high.

"They're strong."

The chief of staff of the division sounded bitter:
  "According to reports from the observation and supervising officers of the two counties, in addition to four heavy mortars in each county, the Eighth Route Army troops are also equipped with a large number of light mortars, which have very strong close-range firepower."

"And the performance of various artillery pieces is very advanced."

Having said this, the staff officer paused before continuing:

"During the battle, it was discovered that the enemy's heavy mortar has a caliber of about 120 mm. Not only is its power comparable to the 105 grenade, but its maximum range exceeds six kilometers. Although its accuracy is not as good as the Imperial 105 howitzer, it is equivalent to the old [-]-type mountain cannon."

"Even, based on aerial reconnaissance, it's very maneuverable."

"Able to quickly complete the position transfer."

Hearing this, the three real husbands suddenly frowned.

The 120 mortars equipped on Tubal Road have high maneuverability, high killing power, and a long enough range. Except for the poor accuracy, they are simply perfect infantry suppression artillery.

The staff officer continued:

"The frontline also discovered that the 82 and 60 mortars in the Tubal Road equipment also have a very long range and are more accurate than ordinary mortars."

"The range of the 60 mortar exceeds [-] kilometers, and the range of the [-] mortar exceeds three kilometers."

"Fortunately, it's only part of it."

"But they had a lot of artillery shells. They attacked many times and were repelled by the enemy's fierce artillery fire before they even touched the enemy's forward positions."

Because the new long-range mortars only began to be equipped with independent regiments on a large scale in July.

Those stationed in Yu County and Liao County each have an independent regiment and an infantry battalion, equipped with new long-range 60 and 82 mortars. The remaining New Second Regiment and New Third Regiment are equipped with old-fashioned mortars.

"Most of the casualties of the attacking forces in the two counties were caused by these three types of artillery."

"Because of their high mobility and small targets, our artillery cannot effectively suppress these artillery pieces."

The staff officer's tone became more solemn at this time.

"idiot!"

The three real husbands finally frowned at this moment.

He finally understood why there were so many casualties on the front line.

"Who is it?!"

The three real husbands gritted their teeth.

There are only three or four countries in the world that can produce such advanced weapons and equipment that even the empire cannot do.

who is it?

Support Tubal Road to disgust the empire?

Milligan?
  Empire on which the sun never sets.

Or, that huge empire in the north?

"and also."

There was a lot of bad news, so the staff simply chose to report it all at once:
  "Although the positions outside Yu County and Liao County are all civil structures, they are also very strong."

"They used a lot of timber support."

"Even if a howitzer with a caliber of more than [-] hits it directly, it cannot be effectively destroyed."

"Fortunately, the enemy's artillery is generally quite poor, with slow reaction speed, large artillery fire coverage, lack of experience in cooperation between artillery, and unreasonable tactical application, otherwise our casualties will be greater."

"Obviously, they lack artillery experience and the command ability to coordinate large-scale artillery operations."

The staff officer finally reported good news.

"I see."

Sandaozhenfu nodded, his expression and tone returned to calm:

"Order each wing to suspend the attack, hold a combat meeting, and study and improve tactics."

In just two days, casualties reached [-]%. One of his divisions could not even touch the skin of the enemy's defensive city wall, which showed that there was something wrong with the tactics. If he continued to attack forcefully, he could win, but it would inevitably increase casualties.

Tactics must be improved.

"Hi!"

The staff officer went to make arrangements immediately.

···
  "Have the Japanese suspended their attack?"

that night.

Brigade.

The brigade commander received intelligence from the front line, and starting from the afternoon, the Japanese stopped attacking.

"Correct."

"It is estimated that there were too many casualties."

The chief of staff speculated with a smile.

You can figure it out with just a little thought.

The Japanese planned to use their superior firepower and troops to defeat the defenses in Liao County and Yu County head-on, and then drive straight into the Taiyue base area to launch a sweep, discover transportation channels, and destroy material warehouses.

However, facing Yuxian and Liaoxian, which had strong fortifications, sufficient ammunition, and sufficient troops, they were beaten all over and suffered heavy casualties.

Although the little devil is notoriously stupid, the top commanders are not stupid either.

Suddenly I became honest!
  Pause the attack and start careful offensive tactics, such as flanking and other tactics.

"Then our battle plan is..."

asked the chief of staff.

Based on the current situation, the strength of the [-]th Little Devils Division is much weaker than expected. According to reports from the front, the consumption of heavy artillery shells is much lower than expected, and the casualties are also very low.

In Yu County and Liao County, let alone five days, I guess ten days will not be a problem.

"Continue to follow the predetermined plan and retreat after five days."

The brigade commander made his decision.

There is no point in holding on for a few more days.

Thanks to the enhanced training plan for [-] militiamen, the mountain horse road widening plan, and the material transportation network, the army has a strong control over the Taiyue base area, and its mass base is even deeper than that of the Shaanxi-Gansu Border Region.

The plan to strengthen the walls and clear the country has long been completed. At present, the strength of the [-]th Brigade is still growing rapidly, and there is no need to fight head-on with the Japanese.

"it is good."

The chief of staff nodded:
  "I also agree to retreat as planned."

Then he changed the topic:
  "The battles that took place in Yu County and Liao County shocked me very much!"

"How to say?"

The brigade commander put down the pencil in his hand and looked over.

"According to preliminary statistics from Xu Huzhi and Kong Jie, more than [-]% of all Japanese casualties during these two days of fighting were caused by artillery."

"Traditional infantry weapons, machine guns, rifles, grenade launchers, etc., caused less than [-] percent of casualties."

The chief of staff sounded shocked.

Starting from the Taiyue Base Logistics Supply Center, the army vigorously promoted data statistics and then handed it over to the experts of the independent regiment for statistical review.

By now, each army has developed the habit of counting various data, whether it is material consumption, casualty data, or even marching data, all must be counted in detail.

Because, the brigade found that these data are very effective.

"And among the defense forces in Liao County and Yu County, the proportion of artillery personnel is less than [-]%."

"That is to say."

The brigade commander suddenly became interested:

"The artillery force, with only [-]% of the total force, caused more than [-]% of the enemy's casualties, while the traditional infantry, with more than [-]% of its force, only caused more than [-]% of the enemy's casualties. Less than thirty percent?”

"Correct."

The chief of staff nodded and said:
  "Moreover, the artillery suffered only [-]% casualties, while the infantry suffered [-]% casualties."

"It seems."

The brigade commander immediately followed the topic and said:
  "Our artillery is not strong enough yet, and we need to continue to strengthen our artillery construction!"

"Correct!"

The chief of staff nodded loudly:
  "I suggest that we follow the model of the 771st Regiment to establish an artillery training base and train qualified gunners and artillery crews in large quantities."

Up to now, the officer training class established based on the 771st Regiment of the [-]th Brigade, which has the largest number of veteran Red Army members, has now expanded to [-] people and includes various military theoretical trainings, including armored combat, air combat, radio communication, etc.

The teaching materials were all obtained by Li Yunlong through his friend, and some were summarized by the mysterious experts in the independent group, which were suitable for the mathematics and local knowledge of the base area.

Occasionally, these experts will be sent by Li Yunlong to give lectures through various opportunities.

And the scale is still expanding. It is expected that next month, the number of officers participating in the training will reach [-], most of whom are outstanding squad and company officers drawn from the main battalions.

But as the number of teaching materials and courses increases, the training time also grows to six to eight months.

When this group of officers completes their training and enters the army, new walkie-talkies and new long-range mortars will be generally equipped in all main regiments. At that time, the [-]th Brigade will be at its peak.

therefore,

With the entry into service of new long-range artillery, the amount of indirect artillery fire calibrated by frontline observation points began to increase significantly. The brigade headquarters deeply realized that the demand for artillery quality has further increased.

The chief of staff also immediately thought of setting up an artillery training camp based on the training model of the 771st Regiment.

"Using that regiment as a training base?"

The brigade commander asked knowingly.

"Independence Regiment."

The brigade chief of staff continued:

"The independent regiment has a large number of qualified artillerymen and sufficient troops, which is very suitable for setting up an artillery training base."

"I agree."

Boss Lu has been here for five months since February.

The brigade headquarters also figured out the attitude of the mysterious boss Lu behind Li Yunlong.

They only cooperate with the Independent Regiment and only provide materials and logistical supplies to the Independent Regiment. Even if they want to support the rest of the troops, they will do so in the name of the Independent Regiment.

Since he is cooperating with the Independent Group, will the mysterious boss help with the mission assigned to the Independent Group by the brigade headquarters?
  The chief of staff and the deputy chief of staff looked at each other, with curiosity hidden in their eyes.

···
  "Old Li."

After a few minutes.

Independent regiment, Zhao Gang walked into the regimental office and reported to Li Yunlong:

"Latest orders from brigade headquarters."

"What order?"

Li Yunlong looked over eagerly.

At this time, the independent regiment still held four 120 heavy mortars and [-] elite troops.

The Japanese came to sweep, and they had a large amount of troops in their hands. Commander Li was naturally itchy, and he couldn't command his troops to fight the Japanese for [-] rounds, and once again annihilated a Japanese regiment.

But Captain Li is not really a fool.
  It's okay to make a fuss on your own.

Now is the time of the war. A Japanese division came to attack the Taiyue base area. As soon as the guns were fired, the command of the entire base area was unified and vested in the brigade headquarters.

Without the order from the brigade headquarters, he sent out a platoon of troops, which was also a serious violation of discipline.

It has nothing to do with whether he will be punished by his superiors. Acting riot now is purely harmful to others.

Therefore, even if he planned to attack the Sakata Regiment headquarters for heavy artillery, he informed the brigade headquarters of the plan, and only after the brigade headquarters agreed, would it be implemented.

"The brigade headquarters plans to organize an artillery training class in our regiment."

"Our independent regiment provides manpower, instructors, equipment, and construction sites, and other troops send outstanding artillery crews and artillery seedlings to come to us for training."

"By the way, the brigade headquarters also requires us to come up with an artillery training plan and process suitable for the conditions of the troops as soon as possible."

Zhao Gang said.

"The brigadier made this calculation."

Li Yunlong suddenly laughed out loud.

The brigade commander's intention was quite obvious - to steal brother Lu's wool.

"is that OK?"

Zhao Gang looked at Li Yunlong,
  He naturally saw that the brigade headquarters planned to use Boss Lu's power to train a large number of excellent artillery for the entire brigade and even the entire division.

Artillery is a high-tech branch.
  In particular, the artillery provided by Boss Lu has many advanced equipment and technologies, and requires higher levels of artillery crews. The troops train themselves. Firstly, they have no equipment, and secondly, they have no experience.

Although it is possible, the efficiency is low, the effect is poor, and the consumption is large.

According to the contract,

Boss Lu would not interfere with any orders from his superiors to the independent regiment, and only mentioned a prohibition on wasting materials.

But it is hard to say whether it will help the independent regiment set up an artillery training base. The key lies in whether the order from the brigade headquarters is reasonable in Boss Lu's perception.

"Let me ask."

Li Yunlong immediately took out the communicator in his hand.

Communication replies are quick.

"Brother Lu said it's no problem."

"He will provide us with equipment, teaching materials, and training ammunition, and will also send out instructors."

"But in terms of scale, it is limited to the size of one battalion, and the total number of people cannot exceed [-] people."

Li Yunlong said.

"An artillery training camp with a total size of [-] people?"

Zhao Gang's eyes lit up.

In fact, there are [-] people in the artillery battalion of the independent regiment, of which the artillery crew and the artillery staff responsible for command and coordination account for less than a quarter. The rest are auxiliary personnel - ammunition handlers, transporters and other logistics personnel.

Doesn't that mean four artillery battalions can be trained at one time?

And you can also learn from the most advanced foreign countries.

Do not,
  It is the most advanced artillery tactics and tactical concept in the world.

(End of this chapter)