Rebirth of the Republic of China: The Rise of China

Zhang Zizhong's fear

The headquarters where Wang Guoli was on the ambush battlefield, as the gunpowder smoke pervading the battlefield slowly dissipated, groups of prisoners of war began to be driven out of the position and sent to the rear under the escort of their subordinates.Wang Guoli, who had been nervous for three hours because he was thinking about the whole battle process, finally breathed a sigh of relief.

And at this moment, the adjutant of the division head came in with an embarrassed expression.

"Reporter, Gao Shuxun, the enemy commander captured by the Second Regiment, is outside, clamoring to see you...>

"Gao Shuxun..." Wang Guoli asked subconsciously. [

The battle was over, and Wang Li was just about to take a good rest.The brows that were relaxed subconsciously frowned.In his eyes, as a prisoner of war, the commander of the enemy division will definitely not do anything good if he comes to see him now.Just when he waved his hand impatiently, ready to refuse.Before he set off, the teacher's repeated explanations suddenly appeared in Wang Guoli's mind.

"Old Wang, the three main divisions of the Northwest Army that attacked us this time, without exception, are all the elite of the Northwest Army. Therefore, in the course of the battle, for these battle-tested officers and soldiers of the Northwest Army, capture as much as possible. .To be clear, these captives are the best future soldiers of my Ninth Army."

"In addition, during the battle, we must pay special attention to the three commanders of the enemy. As far as I know, these three are rare and famous generals in Feng Yuxiang's hands. If they can be captured and used by me, it will be a good thing for the ninth The future development of the group army will play a huge role in promoting it. Therefore, during the battle, capture as many as you can. If conditions permit, try to meet the opponent's conditions and bring the three division commanders to me intact. ...>

"Forget it, since the commander-in-chief has repeatedly explained that the three division commanders should be treated favorably. Then look at this Gao Shuxun, what is the important matter, and want to see me so anxiously. By the way, look at this Gao Shuxun. Is it really as the commander-in-chief said? As I said, he is a rare star...>

Looking in front of me and myself have already had a relationship, from the age point of view.Young is a bit too much of Wang Guoli.Gao Shuxun is already a prisoner.Without hesitation, he directly explained the purpose of coming this time.

"Mr. Wang, the battle is over. I come here again and again. There are two requests in total. I hope your army can see the face of my initiative to mobilize your troops to surrender on the battlefield and agree to me... >

"Say...>

As a soldier, doing things and speaking cleanly is a personality shared by the two of them.Facing directly explain the intention.And it is Gao Shuxun, whom Commander-in-Chief Li Guosheng attaches great importance to.Wang Guoli also replied straightforwardly, without any hesitation.

"Thank you, Master Wang. My request is very simple: First, I want to know the final result of this ambush. Of course, the most important thing is the casualties of my Northwest Army. In addition, I also want to know, your army plans to How to deal with the captured officers and soldiers of the Northwest Army. After all, no matter what kind of hostile relationship we have, why did we fight this battle. The officers and soldiers at the lowest level are all innocent. If your army really wants to find a target to vent, then find me... >

After listening to Gao Shuxun's words, Wang Guoli who didn't care much about Gao Shuxun originally.Look at Gao Shuxun's eyes.Already unknowingly, showing a look of admiration.

Since joining the army, especially after serving as a senior officer, various senior officers were captured by Wang Guoli.Gao Shuxun is definitely not the only one in front of him.

However, it is different from Gao Shuxun in front of him.Once the other party is captured, the first thing that comes to mind is his own life and whether his family property can be protected.The one who can really think about his subordinates at the first time, looking around, is Gao Shuxun in front of him.

In this ambush, although relying on the advantages of equipment, he defeated the Gao Shuxun who was in front of him with the preparedness and the unprepared.However, from the excellent qualities shown by the officers and soldiers of Gao Shuxun's department, Gao Shuxun's concern for his subordinates in front of him.Wang Guoli slowly admitted from the bottom of his heart that Gao Shuxun in front of him was indeed as the commander-in-chief said: a rare and excellent general.

With an admiring tone, he said directly: "Since the battle is over, there is nothing to hide from us about the results of the battle."

"In this ambush, a main division of our Ninth Army successfully wiped out a main division of your army at the cost of 2584 casualties. 5872 officers and soldiers of your army were directly killed on the battlefield, and 13862 were captured. Among all the prisoners, including heavy There were 1196 wounded and 3287 lightly wounded."

"As for the fate of these prisoners, Commander Gao, don't worry. Our Ninth Army will definitely treat these prisoners kindly. Including all lightly and seriously wounded on the battlefield, as long as they can be saved, our field hospital will definitely save them from the battlefield. Of course , if Teacher Gao doesn’t believe it, I can personally accompany Teacher Gao to the field hospital for a checkup.”

Seeing Wang Guoli with a confident face and no sign of lying in front of him, Gao Shuxun subconsciously breathed a sigh of relief, and said, "Thank you, Mr. Wang, I believe in your army...>

On the Longhua battlefield filled with gunpowder smoke.

After blocking an attack by the Ninth Army again, Zhang Zizhong, who had only 1 men left in his department, had to abandon all peripheral positions around the barracks.With the remnants of the army, they huddled in the barracks and continued to stand by for help. [

Originally, he wanted to take advantage of the excellent opportunity that he voluntarily withdrew from the outlying positions to ambush the Ninth Army's forward protruding troops, and use a small victory, even if it was small, to restore the morale of his subordinates who were getting lower and lower.

However, when he saw outside the barracks, advancing slowly step by step, he could not see the Ninth Army's attacking troops who were eager for quick success.A trace of deep disappointment quickly surfaced on Zhang Zizhong's face.

"This Li Guosheng is indeed a person that even the Japanese and veterans are afraid of. A group of recruits who have never been on the battlefield, after his training, can show such a strong combat effectiveness on the battlefield. Could it be, could it be that I, Zhang Zizhong, am doomed today? Are you going to be destroyed in Longhua?" Zhang Zizhong, with a solemn expression, couldn't help but let out an exclamation.

Of course, the shock was the shock, and Master Zhang Zizhong did not forget his duty and mission at this moment: to lead his subordinates, to survive as much as possible, and to avoid the end of annihilation of the entire army.

Looking at the Ninth Army that was getting closer and closer around the barracks, after more than an hour of fighting, Zhang Zizhong already had a certain understanding of his opponent.One fact is very clear: the calmness in front of him can last up to 10 minutes.As for the remaining 1 elites of the division, whether they can block the next round of the Ninth Army's offensive, the 10-minute breathing time is particularly critical.

The voice fell, a pair of sharp eyes.Scanned the demoralized subordinates behind him.Shen Sheng asked: "Chief of staff, the remaining brothers of the whole division, do you continue to widen and deepen the trenches according to the order...>

"Four infantry regiments, in order to meet the next possible offensive of the Ninth Army. They were ordered to maintain their physical strength and take precautions on the spot. The remaining troops, including the division guard battalion, were all under the guidance of the engineer battalion and used local materials. Excavation Trenches and Bunker Holes…>

After more than an hour of fighting, why did the entire army lose more than [-]% of its strength in a short period of time.One of the most important reasons is that our own troops, facing the fierce artillery fire of the Ninth Army, had no way to hide because there was no cover from the trenches, so they could only unwillingly become living targets for the opponent's shells.

Now, trenches and bunkers for shelter from shells.There is finally progress.The troops trained by myself no longer need to fight against the enemy's artillery fire, and pay unnecessary casualties in vain.Zhang Zizhong's face was immediately enveloped by a thick look of anticipation, and he asked eagerly.

"How is the progress of the construction of the trenches and anti-battery holes...the fortifications that have been completed. Can it withstand the next round of artillery fire from the Ninth Army.".

"This...>

"The army has reached a critical moment, and there is nothing to say. Say... >

"Yes, Master...>

"According to the report of Battalion Commander Zhang of the Engineer Battalion, due to the lack of logs needed to reinforce trenches and anti-battery holes, the pure earthworks we have dug can only withstand one round of enemy artillery shells at most. If two shells fall on the ground at the same time, One point, we can't guarantee the integrity of the position. Of course, if you encounter a large-caliber howitzer shell from the Ninth Army, just one shot, a trench with a length of more than ten meters, or a bomb defense hole will be directly destroyed. Blown to ruins... >

"So vulnerable...>

"Yes, Master...>

"That's all...>

"Brothers, everyone is clear about the situation. However, what I want to tell you is that it is better to have a trench where you can hide than nothing at all. Therefore, I hope that you can lead your subordinates and swear to defend the position and not lose The face of our Northwest soldiers...>

"Please rest assured, Master, and swear to defend the position."

"Wooooow...>

With the cover of trenches, Zhang Zizhong's remaining 1 Northwest Army elite finally stopped panicking at the beginning.Under the command of the officer, he quickly jumped into the trench, crouched down with his head in his arms, and waited for the shelling to end.

Round after round of shells continued to fall, causing explosions, kicking up a lot of dust and dead soldiers.However, in any case, compared with the bombardment more than ten minutes ago, at this moment, the casualties of Zhang Zizhong's troops can already be described as 'negligible'. [

Of course, the sudden changes in the battlefield did not escape Li Guosheng's sharp eyes.

Shocked Zhang Zizhong battlefield even though the adaptability at the same time.It also allowed Li Guosheng to have a deeper understanding and understanding of Zhang Zizhong's ability.Facing Liu Shaoqing behind him, he couldn't help but sigh with emotion: "This Zhang Zizhong really deserves to be a famous general of the Northwest Army. On such a fierce battlefield, in such a short period of time, he was able to build such a huge defensive position. It seems that I still underestimated His battlefield adaptability and command ability...>

"Commander-in-Chief, I think that once the opponent has the cover of a trench, the lethality of shells, light and heavy machine guns will be reduced to the lowest state. It is not right for the next offensive process. It will become more and more difficult .Look, did you order the armored battalion that followed the troops to dispatch to break through the enemy's line of defense with lightning speed and split it in two. Accelerate the pace of encirclement and annihilation of the enemy's remnants...>

Li Guosheng's heart was also moved by Liu Shaoqing's proposal, and he subconsciously wanted to agree to this proposal.However, after a short period of contemplation.Still shook his head helplessly.

Under the puzzled gaze of Liu Shaoqing beside him, he said, "Commander Liu, the task of our North Route Army is to wipe out the [-] Northwest Army in Hengshui area, and give Feng Yuxiang a shocking blow. With the combat power of the armored battalion, Break through Zhang Zizhong's defense line. Together with the infantry, there is absolutely no problem in taking Zhang Zizhong down."

Speaking of this, Li Guosheng changed the subject directly, and continued to speak: "But, have you ever thought about it? The battle here has ended smoothly, and the battle in Hengshui County. Don't forget that in Hengshui County, Sun Lianzhong's army is still stationed. A main division. Once the news spreads that our army has an armored battalion to assist in the battle, I can be sure that Sun Lianzhong, who is stationed in Hengshui County, will abandon the county and retreat towards Shijiazhuang immediately...>

"In this case, our final operation goal this time cannot be successfully completed. Of course, the final result is also missing tens of thousands of Northwest Army prisoners of war under Sun Lianzhong...>

Liu Shaoqing nodded undeniably.but.When I thought of hiding in the trenches, the shells couldn't even blow them up.More than 1 enemies that can't be hit by bullets.Liu Shaoqing frowned unconsciously, and asked Li Guosheng habitually: "Commander-in-Chief, let's just watch the enemy hide in the trenches...>

"Of course not...>

"Then let's go...>

"The specific play...>

When the armored battalion could not be used, this problem really made it difficult for Li Guosheng.

After thinking for a while, he opened his mouth and said, "I haven't thought about the specific method of attack. However, I don't believe how strong the trench Zhang Zizhong built in such a short period of time can be so strong that even large-caliber howitzer shells can't do anything to it...>

"Yes, Lord Commander...>

Zhang Zizhong's headquarters, of course, it is said to be the headquarters, it is just a semi-underground bunker slightly larger than ordinary bomb defense holes, and supported by some logs.

Facing the continuous bombardment, the dust that was continuously shaken from the top of the bunker had already filled the entire headquarters.However, in the face of the trembling headquarters, the division commander Zhang Zizhong, who was an example for the whole division, sat motionless in front of the map from the beginning to the end.

However, as the shelling continued, Zhang Zizhong's expression gradually became more and more embarrassing.Facing the chief of staff, he asked in a deep voice: "Chief of staff, how long has the Ninth Army's shelling been going on, and why hasn't it stopped...>

"Master, this shelling is longer than the previous shelling incidents. Up to now, it has lasted for 10 minutes. Judging from the current shelling density, the entire shelling still has no intention of stopping." Although I don't want to Acknowledging this fact, however, the Chief of Staff still had to answer.

"It's been 10 minutes, and it still doesn't stop...>

"Reporter seat, the situation is not optimistic...>

Immediately, the worried expression on Zhang Zizhong's face was shrouded in fear and despair.Ignoring the gazes of the surrounding subordinates, he muttered directly to himself: "This, is this the god of land warfare, the power of artillery...>

What makes Zhang Zizhong feel desperate is that at this moment, no one in the headquarters of Nuoda can stand up and give him the answer he wants, or even a comfort.

Facing the bombardment of the Ninth Army without the slightest intention of stopping, facing the increasingly heavy casualties of the troops, it may even be hit by shells at any time, turning the headquarters into ruins.Around Zhang Zizhong, everyone's faces were covered with a thick layer of despair and fear. They were so overwhelmed that they didn't have the energy to pay attention to Zhang Zizhong's reaction.