The sword starts with copying the sharpshooter's ability

Chapter 38 Preparation before the war
"it is good!"

Seeing that the soldiers' morale was aroused, Li Yunlong agreed loudly:
"The Japanese are about to launch a massive sweep. As long as you crush their attack and perform well, I will reward you based on your merits and apply for a commendation for you!"

With Li Yunlong's promise and Zhang Wu's example, the soldiers were eager to fight:

“Kill the Japs and get a reward!” “Kill the Japs and get a reward!” “Kill the Japs and get a reward!”

Under the passion of unity, Zhang Wu couldn't help but shout a few words.

He was very happy to be awarded the brigade commander's commendation in public, enjoy the applause and envious eyes of others, and become the most handsome guy in the new regiment. However, compared to these empty things, he cared more about whether he could go to the brigade headquarters to copy the radio indicator light after the upgrade.

After Li Yunlong announced the disbandment and the soldiers left, he found Li Yunlong and asked:
"Captain, what do you think about visiting the Brigade Telecommunications Office?"

"Don't worry, I've already negotiated with the brigade commander!"

Li Yunlong patted his chest and assured:
"I'll take you there once the counter-raid is over!"

Zhang Wu finally felt relieved:

"There's no need to be so anxious. Just go when you have the chance!"

Next, with Li Yunlong's deliberate propaganda, and the fact that all the Japanese soldiers on the front line of the county town had retreated into the county town, and with the record of completely annihilating the Shen Teng Battalion, the New 50st Regiment became famous, and even young people from kilometers away came to join the New st Regiment.

Li Yunlong took the opportunity to raise the banner of recruiting soldiers.

While recruiting soldiers, he took Zhang Dabiao to study the terrain of Cangyunling.

Zhang Dabiao had done his homework. He pointed at the Cangyun Ridge on the map and said,
"The terrain of Cangyun Ridge is precipitous and easy to defend but difficult to attack, especially the three peaks on the main peak, which are strategic points with steep slopes and can accommodate only one battalion of skirmishers for attack.

If we place our main position here and set up a minefield, the Japanese's troop advantage will not be reflected!"

"Well, you finally opened your mind!"

Li Yunlong praised and said:
"I thought so too. We can also connect the three hills together. For the places that cannot be dug, we can use big stones to build three trenches and foxholes for me.

There are also anti-gun holes.

One should be set up every 5 meters, with a curtain hung outside.

This time, as the defenders, we don't have the initiative. Once the Japanese attack, the artillery may bombard us at any time!"

Li Yunlong looked up at Zhang Dabiao and analyzed:

"According to the brigade commander's intelligence, in addition to the six infantry guns of the three battalions, the Sakata Regiment also has an artillery squadron, with a total of 3 Type 6 infantry guns.

The county town may also have cannons, so the number should be calculated as 14 to 16!

Our light and heavy machine guns, grenade launchers, and mortars must be separated, as they will definitely be the main targets of the Japanese artillery!"

Following Li Yunlong's thoughts, Zhang Dabiao crossed his arms and added:
"We can set up some fake targets. In addition to confusing the Japanese, we can also prevent their aerial reconnaissance!"

"Aerial reconnaissance? That's right. The positions must be camouflaged and the anti-artillery holes must be deeper. The Japanese may also bomb from the air."

Li Yunlong nodded in agreement:
"In addition to air reconnaissance, there is also ground reconnaissance to defend against the Japanese invaders.

We need to form a patrol team with a range of 5 miles, patrolling in shifts 24 hours a day to prevent the infiltration of the Japanese scouts! "

The two discussed some details and then conducted a field investigation the next day. After determining the key points such as fake targets, light and heavy machine gun points, grenade launcher and mortar positions, minefields, anti-artillery holes, etc., Li Yunlong asked Zhang Dabiao to personally lead the troops to build fortifications, make camouflage, and draw a simple map of the key points of each position.

Zhang Wuze joined the patrol team.

The Japanese have all retreated into the county town and will definitely guard him closely. It would be too dangerous to go out alone, so it would be better to wait and attack the Japanese scouts.

In this way, a month passed quickly. With Li Yunlong's full efforts to recruit soldiers, the New 1st Regiment not only made up for the original casualties, but also expanded three battalions.

Wang Chengzhu's artillery company was also expanded into an artillery battalion.

At this time, the New 21st Regiment had a total of 2 heavy machine guns, 67 Type 9 infantry guns, 60 Type 3000 light machine guns and Czech-style guns, mortars, grenade launchers, and nearly troops.

Although it is still not as strong as the Sakata Regiment's 36 heavy machine guns, 108 light machine guns, 72 grenade launchers, and 12 infantry guns, and with the support of the county town, it is even more, but it is still much stronger than the original plot.

At this time, the Sakata Corps arrived at the county seat.

After hearing the scout's report, Li Yunlong called a meeting with company-level and above cadres and Zhang Wu. He pointed to the map and said:

“The Sakata Unit has entered the county seat and may launch an attack at any time!

I ordered that the common people be immediately protected and taken to the mountains for shelter.

The first, second, and third battalions entered the front hill of the main peak position, the fourth, fifth, and sixth battalions entered the hill on the right, and the seventh and eighth battalions, along with the regiment's direct company and the special forces company, entered the hill on the left.

As he spoke, he asked Zhang Dabiao to hand out the simple map he had drawn:
"Each battalion and company shall construct firing points according to the markings on the map. They must be ready to fire at any time before noon tomorrow."

All battalion and company commanders stand at attention and hold their chests high:

"Yes!"

Li Yunlong nodded, then looked at Wang Chengzhu:
"Wang Chengzhu, your artillery battalion should be divided into three parts to provide artillery support behind each battalion company.

The Japs have a lot of artillery this time. Spread them out in groups of 6 with 3 guns each. Don't underestimate the Japs' artillery's hit rate!"

Wang Chengzhu stood at attention and held his chest high:
"Yes!"

Li Yunlong nodded again, and finally looked at Zhang Wu:
"Before the Japanese attack, you help the patrol team guard against Japanese scouts, conduct reconnaissance and sabotage.

When the Japanese start their attack, strike their commanders and heavy firepower points, and let me know where you are, so that you can support the hilltops at any time according to my orders! "

Zhang Wu stood at attention with his chest out:

"Yes, I promise to complete the mission!"

Patting Zhang Wu on the shoulder, Li Yunlong turned to the other battalion commanders and said:

"Zhang Wu is the timely help in this war. He is the savior who can pull you back in times of danger!
You guys need to be more careful and sensible. Prepare 100 rounds of bullets for him at your respective positions and replenish his ammunition at any time!"

As soon as these words came out, everyone laughed:
"Don't worry, Commander. We will take care of Zhang Wu's ammunition supply!"

"That's right, I'll give Zhang Wubei 200 rounds!"

Li Yunlong nodded with satisfaction, waited for people to calm down, and finally said:
"The brigade commander asked us to hold out for 4 hours, cover the division headquarters and the field hospital and then evacuate. The 771st and 772nd Regiments will cover us.

But for me, Li Yunlong, what’s the point of just holding on for 4 hours?
After the division headquarters moved 4 hours later, the entire regiment put on bayonets and prepared to attack!
This time it's the Sakata Regiment, our brigade's mortal enemy. If we don't smash that bastard Sakata head-on, how can we vent our anger for our brigade and my two old comrades?"

"attack?"

Zhang Dabiao thought he had heard wrongly:

"Commander, this time it's the Japanese and puppet troops that are attacking. They have about five to six thousand men in total. Without the advantage of terrain, our regiment will be at a great disadvantage.

I think the best way is to follow the brigade commander's order and evacuate after holding on for 4 hours!"

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