Age of Rebirth

Stilwell calmed down the turbulent emotions. He understood that he had no way out by doing so. He bypassed MacArthur, the commander of the headquarters, and directly stabbed his judgment and suggestions to the Joint Chiefs of Staff and even President Roosevelt. He had already offended MacArthur. Deadly, even if the Joint Chiefs of Staff and His Excellency the President adopted his opinion, MacArthur would not tolerate himself. .

At that time, it would be the best ending to leave the army or transfer to the reserve service. However, the duty and conscience of a soldier made him put aside all worries. The sound of guns and guns accompanied his lonely and stubborn back.

Stilwell's letter to the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the President mainly talked about three points. First, the Japanese army assembled a large number of troops on Luzon Island. The island, with all U.S. troops, was encircled in Manila.

However, General Ito Yanzaburo, the commander of Japan's South Pacific Dispatch Force, did not do this. Instead, he used part of his troops to continuously attack the U.S. blocking line in the Calais Mountains, creating a situation of continuous oppression of the U.S. military. Its real purpose is to Attract local troops from the U.S. military for reinforcements, and use the advantage of waiting for work to continue to consume the strength of the U.S. military.

The second point is that the defense of Manila organized by MacArthur happened to fall into the trap of the Japanese, because with the current strength of the U.S. military in Luzon Island, it is impossible to take on the important task of defending Manila. In the vast Pacific Ocean, the U.S. troops who have traveled tens of thousands of kilometers are far away from the labor force, and they are already at a disadvantage before the war. [

The third point is that the main force of the Japanese army, which has ended the battles of Kalimantan, Sumatra, Java, and Sulawesi, has no sign of joining the Luzon battlefield. Their motives are very suspicious. The next attack direction is still unknown. Can not be sure.

Accordingly, Stilwell strongly advised the Joint Chiefs of Staff and His Excellency the President.Immediately abandon the plan to defend Manila, and take advantage of the fact that the Japanese army did not have the opportunity to attack Manila on a large scale, and withdraw all the US and Philippine troops on Luzon Island to the south to Australia, using Australia as a base.Reorganize and train troops.When the time is right, attack the islands in the South Pacific on a large scale.

It should be said that Stilwell's suggestion is currently the most suitable approach for the US military.Moreover, the thinking is clear, well-founded, and very convincing.Stilwell judged the battle situation in Luzon Island from a purely military point of view. During the period, he did not mix any personal emotions. Even when he was squeezed out by MacArthur and became the commander of the defeated division, the [-]th Infantry Division, Not a single word came out.

As for MacArthur's method of borrowing a knife to kill people, the discord and differences between the two men.Stilwell didn't even bother to mention it, and he didn't intend to take the opportunity to sue. At the end of the letter, Stilwell wrote: "In summary, it is unwise to implement the Manila Defense War. It will make the South Pacific region All of the U.S. military power is consumed on Luzon Island, and it will also implicate the domestic military power. The Japanese commander who designed this trap, General Ito Gensaburo, is an extremely dangerous person. To fight against him, the theater commander must do his best Go ahead, be careful!"

It wasn't until dawn filled the Calais mountain area of ​​Luzon Island that the Japanese army's usual offensive began again. Amidst the "rumbling" gunfire, Stilwell put down the pen in his hand, rubbed his sore wrist, and moved Two letters with the same content were put into two envelopes carefully and carefully.

Relieved, he picked up the bulging envelope, as if looking at two newborn babies, and shouted: "Higgs, please come here!" The adjutant Major Higgs, who was waiting outside, hurried in without saying a word, Just looked at General Stilwell calmly, waiting for his order.

Stilwell said: "Higgs, this is my personal letter to President Roosevelt and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Jeffrey Fell. It contains important content that concerns the lives of hundreds of thousands of American soldiers. To return to Manila, you must take a postal plane today, return to China, and deliver these two letters to President Roosevelt and Admiral Jeffrey.”

"Higgs, you must watch the letters being delivered to them. Also, when passing through Manila, don't disturb anyone, especially Commander MacArthur. Do you understand what I mean?"

Higgs took the two letters, put them in the pocket of his military uniform, and said, "Don't worry, General, Higgs will definitely fulfill his mission, but, General, after I leave, no one will take care of you anymore. Also, I am really worried about your safety!" In the tone, there was a sense of desolation and sadness of farewell.

Stilwell smiled and said: "Higgs, you can go at ease, I will take care of myself, as for the safety issue, you don't have to worry, when our reinforcements did not arrive, the Japanese army launched a destruction Sexually aggressive!"

After Higgs gave a military salute, he turned and left. Stilwell suddenly felt relaxed all over, a kind of relaxation that fulfilled his wish and fulfilled his concern. He took a deep breath of the morning wind full of saltiness and shouted: "The captain of the guard , Prepare the car immediately, I am going to the position of the [-]th Infantry Division! Inform the relevant personnel from the Staff Office, the Operations Office, and the Military Law Office to accompany you!"

In the headquarters of the battle group in the mountains of Calais, there was a flutter of chickens and dogs. The several departments that received the order and the relevant officers all turned pale. I don’t know who this is. "Your Excellency, Commander, suddenly got that gust of wind and went to the position of the Fifth Infantry Division. My God, their position was just attacked by the Japanese yesterday.

The troops of the two regiments were beaten to pieces, and thousands of people were killed or injured. There, it has become the key target of the Japanese army. Going now, isn't that going to kill yourself?The only way to catch up with the Japanese attack is to have to come back whole. It is unknown. Hearing the fierce cannons over there, he knew that it was starting to fight again. Unlucky, if a cannon that didn't have a long eye fell, he would become a National martyr!

You and me, the officers are not willing to follow Stilwell to dangerous places, there is no way, the heads of the departments directly under the three command headquarters, the rigid order, each department, sent three lieutenant officers, the highest rank, but They are lieutenants, they are all novices who have been assigned not long ago, and they don't have any foundation or backing.

When Stilwell saw it, he frowned involuntarily. Although he was upright, he was also a sophisticated person. The entourage sent by the three departments did not even have a major. "They're all cowards, insulting the honor of soldiers!"

Stilwell's face was ashen, and without looking at these ignorant young officers, he stepped into the jeep and ordered in a low voice to the driver: "Drive! Go as fast as possible!" The convoy set off, and a US lieutenant general commander The officer, with a dozen young lieutenant officers, plunged headlong into the battlefield full of gunfire. This is also the only time in the history of US military warfare.

Seeing the billowing smoke and dust, Stilwell's convoy disappeared at the end of the mountains. All the officers in the headquarters secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Finally, they didn't have to follow this lunatic commander to such a dangerous place as the front line.

Just as Stilwell was on his way to the Fifth Infantry Division of the U.S. Army, he was forced to serve as the field inspection team of the No. 14 Army Staff Headquarters of the Japanese Army. , successfully arrived at the station of the [-]rd Division of the Japanese Army, Pinamarayan at the southern foot of the Calais Mountains. This is a small town of five or six hundred families.

It is only a dozen kilometers away from the blocking line of the U.S. military in the Calais mountains. A division headquarters is located so close to the front line. The long-range artillery of the U.S. military can completely cover this place. Shouldn't the regiment headquarters be closer to the front? When Chu Tian first arrived, he was really impressed by the boldness and arrogance of the Japanese commander. [

Originally, when they arrived at their destination, even if Chutian and the others had successfully completed their escort mission, fortunately, everything was safe along the way. Commander Xiqiao and Major Xiaogou were also very satisfied with Chutian's performance. Chutian thought, After getting Xiaogou's letter, you can leave, and finally get rid of the errand of Wohuo. You know, it's been a day and a night, from West Bridge to Xiaogou, don't mention it at all!

Chu Tian was very puzzled. He didn't know what kind of plans these two devil officers had in their stomachs. He tentatively asked the puppy, and the puppy said vaguely: "Captain Fujino, Commander Nishiqiao, I am very satisfied with your performance. The Colonel himself appreciates you very much, and decided to extend your security duties!"

As for how long to extend, Xiaogou didn't mention a word at all. Later, Chutian also thought about it, and if he came, he would be at ease. Touch some situations, and at the same time, you can also observe the equipment level of the US military, the combat effectiveness of the soldiers, as well as tactics and tactics, so as to accumulate experience for future confrontations with the Americans!

With the leader of the field inspection team of the military department, the captain of the Xiqiao Guards, you would be a fool not to use this golden signboard. The reason Chu Tian said to Xiqiao was very grand, "Your Excellency, we are the imperial army after all." The field troops understand the enemy's strengths and weaknesses in order to better eliminate them in the future, therefore, I beg your Excellency to allow me and my subordinates to observe the various positions of the imperial army!"

For such a young officer who is eager to learn and has a sense of fighting, Nishihashi is glad that he did not misunderstand the person. He naturally supports Chutian's request. For this reason, Lieutenant General Kenji Morie , and issued a special order, "All the units under the division will provide all the conveniences for the guards of Commander Nishiqiao to observe the battlefield!"

The first time Chu Tian came to the front line, he also experienced something that he will never forget in his life.

(To be continued).