Age of Rebirth

In the offensive and defensive battle of Sido, because of the overnight attack of the British and Indian troops, no progress was made. The acting commander of the British and Indian troops, Lieutenant General Adams, had to stop the offensive and seek other retreats, bypassing Sido. By another route, withdrawing to the East Indies

As for Adams' decision, Tang Qiuli, the division commander in Xiduo, and Major General Xiao Jinshan, the commander of the Ninth Brigade, the regiment directly behind the British and Indian Army, almost all made the same judgment. Our military quality and strategic vision can be seen

Lieutenant General Tang Qiusheng, the deputy commander of the Independent Division and the commander-in-chief of the Xiduo Campaign, the order came very timely. After reading the order, Xiao Jinshan looked up to the sky and smiled, "Heroes see the same thing. The division commander and I, Lao Xiao, thought about going together. Come on!" Ah, immediately contact Brigadier Fang!"

The chief of staff shook his head resignedly, and said jokingly: "Brigade Commander, I remember that you are not yet 30 years old, and you are about the same age as the teacher. Do, I'm still a few years older than you."

Xiao Jinshan said triumphantly: "Only you guys dare to call yourself an old character. I count military service, not age. After all, I have eight or nine years of military service. In our brigade, who can compare with me?" "[

The communications staff shouted: "Brigade Commander, Brigadier Fang is about to get through, and wants to talk to you!"

Xiao Jinshan immediately put aside the question about old characters just now, grabbed the communicator, and shouted loudly: "Old man, you have received the order from the former finger! Discuss how to fight this battle, yes, we This is also what it means, divide half of the troops and retreat ten kilometers, there is a good place to establish a blocking line, and the rest of the troops will attack by surprise, and then retreat quickly, so that they can hold on to the main force no matter what. Troops up!"

On the other side of the Hukang River Valley, Fang Yuanshan, the commander of the [-]th Brigade, said slowly: "It's okay to fight all at once, just at this stall, the British and Indian soldiers, what kind of chaos might it cause? I'm afraid of you, old Xiao. Hearing the sound of guns and guns, my head was hot, and I couldn't stop in time, and I was entangled. The British and Indian army has tens of thousands of troops, and the emaciated camel is bigger than a horse. I think we will retreat together, organize a blocking line of defense, and make an assault Leave the task to someone else!"

Xiao Jinshan yelled angrily: "Old Fang, what are you talking about? I have been fighting for eight or nine years anyway, so am I a person who doesn't know the general idea? Okay, I listen to you, we keep in touch, and you stop. I'll go right away, and I won't drag my feet, how about it?"

Adams turned his head and took a last look. In the twilight of dawn, the silent Sidow fought all night, leaving behind thousands of corpses and thousands of wounded soldiers. Sidow's independent division was unscathed. The troops lost their vigor and spirit, but in the end, they had to choose a difficult way to retreat

Xiduo is a place of sadness. In fact, as far as the entire campaign to recover the Indochina Peninsula is concerned, when troops were dispatched from East India, it was the beginning of sadness. It’s just that I didn’t realize it. Not only myself, but also Commander Alexander Inside, even Prime Minister Winston Churchill, didn't realize that this was a war with little chance of winning

Looking at the weapons and supplies discarded by the soldiers everywhere, the mess all over the ground, and the indescribable embarrassment, Adams felt sad for a while. This was the beginning of the failure. Immediately, Adams adjusted his emotions, throwing away the weapons, what a pity, the United States People will provide it at any time. In a few years, the British Empire's Indian army will still be a well-equipped army

As long as the remaining tens of thousands of people are safely brought back to East India, everything can start all over again. General Adams, using such reasons and hopes to comfort his heart, give himself confidence and courage, he can only think so , otherwise, he doesn't know how long he can last

From the direction of Xiduo, Adams withdrew his hateful eyes and ordered: "According to the marching order, start to retreat!" Tens of thousands of soldiers and officers of the British and Indian Army dragged their heavy steps and started the unknown journey with fear. trek

Suddenly, there was a burst of intense gunshots ahead, and Adams stopped in shock. The entire marching team immediately began to riot. The soldiers looked at the front in panic. No one knew what happened.

Adams's heart trembled violently, and an ominous premonition struck him instantly. Xiduo's independent division did not pursue him. Where did the sound of the guns come from? Could it be that they were chasing him along the Hukang River Valley? The independent division troops of the

Adams' premonition became a reality, and a staff officer stumbled over, "Report to Your Excellency, our vanguard troops were suddenly attacked by an independent division with an unknown number. The front is already in chaos, and all the troops have retreated! "The voice is full of anxiety, anxiety and fear.

Adams's head groaned, Venus flitted around in front of his eyes, the thing he was most worried about finally happened, what was supposed to come, finally came, didn't God even leave a way out for himself?

In the front, the vanguard of the Anglo-Indian Army that had just come into contact with Xiao Jinshan and Fang Yuanshan's troops was immediately defeated, and then other soldiers were affected, and the team immediately became more chaotic. Everyone knew that Sido in the front , has already hit his head badly, and now, the independent division's pursuers are coming up behind him, God, it's terrible!

Desperation, despair, turned into desperate madness, looking at the soldiers scurrying around, Adams' eyes were fierce, and he ordered: "All troops, while the pursuit is not stable, do not hesitate to pay any price. Kill a bloody path and rush over!"

Then, another cruel order was issued, all the military police set up machine guns on the roads on both sides of the Hukang River Valley, and all panicked soldiers and officers who turned around and ran back, no matter who you are, immediately shot and killed

With a happy face, Xiao Jinshan quickly put on a new clip, lay down behind a rock, turned towards the back of the British and Indian soldiers, and pulled the trigger fiercely. In the darkness, the muzzle of the Suomi submachine gun jumped Cheerful Flame, the guards around him were sweating profusely, but they didn't dare to pull, and they didn't listen to what they said, so they had to scramble to stand in front of the brigade commander

However, Xiao Jinshan didn't appreciate it. For the guards who blocked him from shooting, he kicked him to the side with one exception. He shot fiercely while shouting without looking back: "Go away , Didn’t you see that I’m having a good time fighting?” It’s been so many years since I’ve fought such a hearty battle, these bastards, don’t let me have fun, don’t kick you to death, it’s considered light, when the battle is over, I have to teach you a lesson Impossible,

It wasn't until the communication staff officer leaned over his ear and shouted: "Brigade Commander, Brigadier Fang and the others have already started to retreat. Let me tell you that the British and Indian troops will counterattack soon, and it's time to evacuate!" He raised his gun and ordered: "Retreat!" [

Turning his face around, he saw a few guards pouted, with grievances all over their faces, and quickly said: "Is it okay for me to review it? It's my fault. After the battle, I invite you guys to have a good meal. It's all right"

The troops of Xiao Jinshan and Fang Yuanshan had just left the battle, and the British and Indian soldiers who were forced back by the military police's machine guns rushed forward in a mess. However, everyone was afraid, and the speed was surprisingly slow, until more than an hour later, with the ninth brigade Encountered with the troops blocked by the [-]th Brigade, a burst of dense rain poured over, and the British and Indian soldiers crowded into a pile fell a large area

It was another unexpected blow. This time, even the military police's machine guns were useless. Regardless of how officers at all levels forced and intimidated them, the soldiers of the British and Indian Army no longer had the courage to attack. Between the blocking positions of the Ninth Brigade and the Tenth Brigade, they were scurrying back and forth like headless chickens, and almost all orders were not carried out.

After dawn, the [-] brigades directly under the command of Tang Qiusheng pressed forward across the board. The first to arrive were the other regiments of the Ninth Brigade and the Tenth Brigade. The fierce counterattack pushed the British and Indian troops back to the vicinity of Xiduo. So far, Alexander's tens of thousands of troops were completely encircled on the front line of Xiduo, with no possibility of breaking through.

Tang Qiusheng looked at Xiao Jinshan and Fang Yuanshan, whose faces were full of excitement and smelled of gunpowder, and he was amused and annoyed for a while, and said with a little displeasure: "The two brigade commanders went into battle in person, and they fought so heartily. Could it be that you I forgot, according to the strict order of the division commander, senior officers above the rank of major general are not allowed to go to the front line, I am afraid that if the division commander knows the performance of the two of you, he will not spare you."

Xiao Jinshan and Fang Yuanshan were taken aback. This matter was brought to the teacher's place, and a violent training would not be able to escape. If it is not done well, Liu Hongzhang will follow in the footsteps. One order comes down, and there are two more by the teacher's side. The major general's staff, hastily reviewed and guaranteed

Xiao Jinshan said cheekily: "Deputy teacher, I know you have a bodhisattva heart, I promise there will be no next time, old Fang, you say yes!" Fang Yuanshan hastily echoed, with a look of panic on his face

Hearing the two men's review and assurance, Tang Qiusheng's face softened, and he said: "The task of blocking the British and Indian troops is entrusted to your two brigades. The main force cannot be exposed for the time being. You know how to fight the battle. Don't let Alexander despair, go back and prepare!"

The sun was shining generously on the ground, the gunpowder smoke had been blown away by the morning wind, and all the gunfire had stopped. The roads on both sides of the Hukang River Valley were crowded with earth-colored British and Indian army officers and soldiers. Adams staggered Walking among the soldiers, he turned a blind eye to the strange looks from the officers and soldiers.

Whether it is hatred or accusations, this is not the ending he wants. At this moment, his heart has become numb after a series of blows. He is going to find Commander Alexander. There is no other way out than to throw up your hands and surrender

However, making such a decision is not something he can control as an acting commander. It must be ordered by Commander Alexander. At the same time, he also hopes that, Commander, there will be a way to bring the dead back to life.

It's just that the commander who collapsed earlier than himself, what advice can he give himself?In Adams's heart, there was no trace of certainty.

(to be continued) (to be continued...)