Rebirth of the Republic of China: The Rise of China

Zhang Xueliang's arrogance

To launch a large-scale war, there is neither sufficient economic backing nor sufficient material reserves for the troops to consume.Prime Minister Wakarejiro immediately cut off the idea of ​​large-scale military retaliation against the Ninth Army.

The road of large-scale war is not feasible, and small-scale military wars, and they can't guarantee that they will definitely win the final victory under the attack of the opponent's mysterious submarine force.The senior military officers in the conference room who decided the future direction of Japan were suddenly caught in a difficult choice.

After some quarrels, under the compromise of all parties, a final decision slowly appeared in the hands of the prime minister.

From the Imperial Navy, draw a mixed fleet consisting of battleships, cruisers, and destroyers. "Approaching" Qingdao, China, relying on the threat of force, using the most old-fashioned method to negotiate with the Chinese Ninth Army.Through negotiation and military deterrence, in exchange for some benefits that are beneficial to the Great Japanese Empire. [

Although the idea of ​​the Japanese Prime Minister is good, when making this decision.He seemed to have forgotten that his opponent, Li Guosheng, commander-in-chief of the Ninth Army, had always shown a tough attitude in front of the Japanese "government".

All the foreign aid from the country were buried in the sea, and the news spread. For the desperate Japanese defenders in Lushun, it was tantamount to a bolt from the blue.

Minister Zhou Xingguo shelled for two hours, and tens of thousands of shells fell.Even if every ten shells wiped out one devil, and tens of thousands of shells fell, there would be very little left of the [-] defenders at Lushunkou.

With a total strength of less than [-], the remnants of the Japanese army at Lushunkou were completely desperate and without any reinforcements.Facing the fierce attack of Zhou Xingguo's armored assault battalion, they had no ability to fight back at all.

Of the 500 defenders, including tens of thousands of civilians at Lushunkou, less than 500 survived the bloody battle.Among the remaining [-] people, none of the soldiers participated in the defense of the city.All are "women" and children who survived among the Japanese expatriates...

After passing through the baptism of shells, it has been dilapidated, almost behind the crumbling city wall.Blown into ruins by shells, the smell of gunpowder smoke and blood permeated Lushunkou completely.It was clearly visible in front of Zhou Xingguo.

"Master seat. All the remnants of the enemy in the city have been wiped out. The entire Lushunkou, the surviving more than 500 Japanese expatriates have been sent out of Lushunkou according to the order...>

"Taking Lushunkou, the entire Liaodong Peninsula will only be left with a Northeast Army of more than [-] people...>

"Yes, Master...>

The fierce naval battle between the Ninth Army and the Japanese Navy happened on the sea, and both the enemy and the enemy kept silent about it.The Japanese escort fleet and more than 2 Japanese troops were buried in the seabed.There is no sign of any spread, except for the two parties involved.Everyone was kept in the dark.

However, during the sneak attack on Lushun Military Port, Zhou Xingguo's troops bombarded Lushunkou and captured Lushunkou...>

When the Chinese and Japanese armies were fighting fiercely at Lushunkou.The Northeast Army troops stationed on the Liaodong Peninsula and responsible for defending and monitoring the Japanese army at Lushunkou had already reported the news of the attack on Lushunkou to Zhang Xueliang, commander-in-chief of the Northeast Army.

For Chinese people, Lushunkou is not only a historical shame, but also a pain.

Of course, for Zhang Xueliang, commander-in-chief of the Northeast Army, in addition to the above two feelings, he also has a deep understanding, that is, a sense of crisis.Facing the Japanese army stationed in Lushun, Dalian and other places, with wolfish ambitions, and constantly growing.The cowardly Zhang Xueliang was deeply afraid that one day, these wolf-like Japanese troops would pounce on him and bite off a piece of flesh on him, making him unable to express his suffering.

Facing the nail nailed by the Japanese army on his side, facing this group of wild wolves that may pounce on him at any time.Zhang Xueliang, the commander-in-chief of the Northeast Army, of course wants to pull out this nail, and remove it quickly.

However, being cowardly by nature, he has always had this heart and no courage.Worried about their own offensive, angering the Japanese "government", and bringing disaster to the Northeast Army.As a last resort, as the commander-in-chief of the Northeast Army, he could only watch helplessly as the Japanese army, who had a vengeance against his father, gradually grew stronger in Lushun and Dalian, which belonged to China, and threatened the Northeast Army more and more seriously. , threatening the entire three northeastern provinces...

Now, I heard that there were troops attacking the Japanese army at Lushunkou to help me remove this nail.Zhang Xueliang, Commander-in-Chief of the Northeast Army, the first reaction after receiving this news was excitement: the nails were removed, and the entire three provinces in Northeast China, his own Northeast Army, would directly become the dominant family and would no longer be threatened by any forces...>

Of course, after a few seconds of excitement, there was a burst of worry, which followed on Zhang Xueliang's face.Zhang Xueliang, who is cautious by nature, is very worried about one ending, that is, driving wolves and welcoming tigers.The Japanese who wiped out Lushunkou ushered in a force from other parts of the country that also did not deal with the Northeast Army very much.

Therefore, after receiving the information.The result that Zhang Xueliang most wants to see is: both losers.Then, he dispatched the Northeast Army to reap the benefits of the fisherman and take back Lushunkou, which had been occupied by the Japanese for decades.At the same time, the unidentified Chinese army that has already suffered heavy losses in the attack on Lushunkou will be incorporated...>

The battle at Lushunkou ended smoothly. After a day's rest, tens of thousands of elite troops from Zhou Xingguo's 27th Division rushed into Dalian with lightning speed and occupied this bay city with less than a thousand Japanese defenders.

Shenyang Zhang Xueliang, the deputy chief of staff of the headquarters, hurried to Zhang Xueliang, the deputy commander-in-chief of the navy and army of the Republic of China and the commander-in-chief of the Northeast Army, who was already a little thin because of opium smoking all the year round.Reported in an excited tone.

"Commander-in-Chief, it's down...>

"It was fought so quickly. Whose army is this? It has such a powerful combat power. There are so many little devils, and it took less than two days to wipe them all out... >

"Commander-in-Chief, we have found out...>

"Shandong Province. That's right...>

And at this moment.Chief of Staff Rong Zhen said with a worried face: "Commander-in-Chief, I'm worried that this time our Northeast Army will drive away wolves and meet tigers...>

"For the safety of the three northeastern provinces, I mean. We absolutely cannot allow the Ninth Army to gain a firm foothold in Lushun and Dalian. Otherwise, with the tough attitude shown by the Ninth Army on the domestic and foreign battlefields. Use Before long, the entire Liaodong, no, maybe the entire Liaoning Province, will all fall into the hands of the Ninth Army...>

A worried expression quickly appeared on Zhang Xueliang's face.However, this worry lasted less than five seconds before being covered by a strong expression of confidence.

Think of the 30 Northeast Army elite in my hands.Zhang Xueliang said arrogantly: "Chief of Staff, you think highly of the Ninth Army too. I admit that the Ninth Army is very powerful. However, the entire Liaodong region is the territory of our Northeast Army. I have 30 Northeast Army in my hand." The elite is not a vegetarian...>

"The reason why the 30 elite soldiers of the Northeast Army did not dare to attack the Japanese army at Lushunkou was not because I, Zhang Xueliang, was afraid of him. It was because I was worried about triggering a full-scale war between China and Japan, and becoming a sinner for the entire country and history. If I had known about taking Lushun It will not cause retaliation from the Japanese "government". I, Zhang Xueliang, have already led the tiger and wolf division in my hand to drive all the Japanese troops into the sea at Lushunkou. As for now, a small Ninth Army, I, Zhang Xueliang, will not let it go. In the eyes..."

Zhang Xueliang's answer made Rong Zhen, the chief of staff, couldn't help but slander in his heart... >

Although he knew it in his heart, Rong Zhen, the chief of staff of the Northeast Army and a veteran figure, did not point it out for the face of the commander-in-chief Zhang Xueliang and for the rare peace of the Northeast Army.Quickly skipped this topic, frowned, and continued to speak.

"Commander-in-Chief, I also believe in the 30 elite combat strength of our Northeast Army. But, I don't know what the Commander-in-Chief plans to do next? You know, the Ninth Army has already occupied the cities of Lushun and Dalian."

Zhang Xueliang's thin face rarely flashed a sharp edge.Without even thinking about it, he spoke firmly.

"As my territory in the three northeastern provinces, I, Zhang Xueliang, will never allow Lushunkou to fall into the hands of outsiders...>

Chief of Staff Rong Zhen certainly understands the simple truth of 'how can others sleep peacefully in a couch'.Before Zhang Xueliang made his decision, Chief of Staff Rong Zhen was still very worried: the cowardly commander-in-chief in front of him was once again frightened into compromising in the face of the strong combat power displayed by the Ninth Army on the battlefield.

But now it seems that my worries are unnecessary...>

I am happy for the domineering gradually revealed by the commander-in-chief Zhang Xueliang.Chief of Staff Rong Zhen followed closely and asked expectantly: "Commander-in-Chief, please issue an order...>

When a specific military plan was involved, Zhang Xueliang's face suddenly became serious.To Rong Zhen, the chief of staff and elder, he gave a serious order: "Chief of staff, order Ding Xichun's independent Eighth Brigade of the Army to quickly advance to Dalian. At a certain price, the Ninth Army is required to withdraw from Liaodong. Otherwise, our Northeast Army will take military action to regain Lushunkou...>

"Order Liu Yifei's independent [-]th Brigade of the Army to rush to the Pulandian area to deploy defenses. If the negotiation fails, quickly reinforce the front line. With the strength of the two main brigades, take down all the troops of the Ninth Army in Liaodong. Take back Lushunkou. At the same time .Order Ding Xichun, commander of the [-]th Independent Brigade, as the supreme commander of the front line, and Liu Yifei, commander of the [-]th Independent Brigade, as the deputy commander, with full authority to command all combat troops in Liaodong...>

"The last one, send a telegram to Ding Xichun in my name. No matter how much you pay, you must take back Lushunkou and Dalian to ensure the integrity and unity of the entire Dongshan Province...>

"Yes, Lord Commander...>

The Eighth Brigade Headquarters of the Northeast Army received a telegram from Zhang Xueliang.A hint of surprise flashed across Ding Xichun's face.Immediately after the brigade commander Ding Xichun, after quickly reading through the content of the telegram, the slightly flattering voice of the brigade chief of staff Chen Dongqun rang out in the headquarters in a very timely manner.

"Congratulations to the travel seat, it will not be long before you will be promoted to the teacher seat...>

"Um...promoted to the teacher seat...Old Chen, you can't talk "randomly"...>

As Ding Xichun's old partner, Chen Dongqun is of course familiar with Ding Xichun's character.As if he didn't hear the words just now, he continued to compliment Ding Xichun: "Traveler. The humble job absolutely did not talk nonsense... >

"According to the gossip, it won't be long before our Northeast Army will undergo a major military reorganization. At that time, the three independent brigades will definitely be reorganized into a main division, and you, brigade, will also serve as a main division. teacher...>

"There are dozens of brigade commanders in the whole army. Whoever says the commander-in-chief will definitely choose me as the division commander...>

Ding Xichun was promoted to division commander, and as Ding Xichun's confidant, at the very least, he would also be promoted to brigade commander because of this.Of course, if you are lucky, it is possible to be promoted to the division chief of staff.Faced with such good luck and opportunity, Chen Dongqun certainly would not let go of this excellent opportunity to get closer to the brigade commander, and continued to speak with a compliment.

"Brigade, you are being humble. You read the telegram from the commander-in-chief, and you are directly appointed as the front-line commander-in-chief, commanding two main brigades and several local garrison regiments in the Liaodong area. This kind of authority is absolutely the same as that of a main division commander. It's no different. The commander-in-chief values ​​you so much, and in the near future, he will definitely select you as the commander of the main division...>

Brigadier Ding Xichun nodded noncommittally. While he was happy, a hint of worry also appeared in his mind.

Although he is only a brigade commander under the Northeast Army, due to the influence from top to bottom, Ding Xichun, as the brigade commander, has gradually formed the idea of ​​a small army.

From the point of view of the warlords, the powerful Ninth Army worked hard to retake Lushunkou and Dalian from the Japanese, and wiped out tens of thousands of Japanese troops...>

If the peace talks fail and the Ninth Army occupies Lushunkou and Dalian and refuses to retreat, will the next military operation be successful?To be clear, the opponent is the Ninth Army, which is not even afraid of the Japanese army.

Because of the perennial confrontation with the Japanese army in Lushunkou in Liaodong, Ding Xichun knew the combat effectiveness of the Japanese field troops very well.It is certain that with the combat effectiveness shown by a Japanese field regiment, it is absolutely no problem to face a main brigade of their own.

As for the opponent, they not only fought against the Japanese army with two infantry brigades, but also achieved great results in completely annihilating the opponent...>

Although he didn't go through the whole battle process, but only from the final result.Ding Xichun could tell that the Ninth Army occupying Lushunkou must be a very powerful force.

Can such an army defeat it by itself... >

However, hidden worries are hidden worries, facing the huge benefits that may be brought to him after the success of this operation.Ding Xichun chose to carry out Zhang Xueliang's order without mercy.Besides, even if I and the Tenth Brigade are no match for the Ninth Army in front of me, behind me, there are 30 elite soldiers from the Northeast Army as my backup...>

Thinking of this, brigade commander Ding Xichun didn't hesitate any more.Facing the chief of staff in front of him, he ordered with a serious face: "Old Chen, order the whole brigade to assemble immediately. Leave the city in an hour and rush to Dalian to conduct a military confrontation with the Ninth Army outside Dalian. At the same time, go to the brigade headquarters to find an eloquent staff officer, as a negotiator, go to Dalian City, >

"Yes, Traveler, I'll do it right away...>

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