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The attack of the Second Army of the Eastern Army on the Shahe defense line garrisoned by the Russian army ended in failure.

Not only was it not able to break through the defense line of the Russian army, but it also suffered heavy losses and paid a great price.

After several days of attack, the 3rd Infantry Division of the Toyo Army lost more than half of its losses. In particular, the four infantry wings, which were the main forces, suffered heavy losses. The entire infantry division was almost losing its combat effectiveness.

If it were not for the current shortage of troops in the Eastern Army, General Obaogong would probably have let the 3rd Infantry Division withdraw to the country to rest. But now there are not enough troops, even if it suffers heavy losses, the 3rd Infantry Division can only continue to hold the front line.

The remaining three infantry divisions also suffered considerable losses. The entire Second Army lost more than 30,000 men.

This has changed the strength of the forces on both sides.

The Toyo Army is not only no longer superior, but also at a disadvantage.

This made the situation of the Eastern Army in this battle even more unfavorable.

"Your Excellency, the Russians' firepower is too powerful for us to brave their powerful firepower to attack like this. Although, the soldiers of the empire are very brave and fearless of death. However, if we continue to fight like this, we will suffer too much. The chief of staff of the Second Army, Haru Kubo ~ Major General No, suggested.

General Obao Gong nodded, but his face was very ugly.

The battle is unfavorable, and he, the commander of the army, also has to bear a very big responsibility.

"Okubo-kun, what do you suggest?" General Obao Gong asked.

"Your Excellency Commander, from the present point of view, it is almost impossible for us to break through the Russian defense line from the front. So I suggest that we might as well take a detour from the flanks. If successful, it could attack the Russians directly on the flank. Perhaps, you will be able to break through the Russian defense line in one fell swoop. Major General Okubo Haruno said, pointing to the battle map.

The so-called rich is covered by firepower, and poor is interspersed with detours, which is originally a very classic tactic.

In another time and space, doesn't the rabbit often use such a move when facing the enemy's powerful firepower?

"Flanking detour? That's a good idea. However, we simply do not have the extra forces to intersperse. Our frontal line of defense must be maintained. Otherwise, once the army is drawn for interspersion, even if it succeeds, we will not have enough strength to break the Russian defenses! General Obao Gong was a little annoyed.

"Your Excellency Commander, we do not have enough troops. However, do not forget that there are still troops in the country. Major General Okubo Haruno reminded.

Senior General Obao Gong frowned: "You mean the Fourth Army?" "

"Yes, Your Excellency Commander. The Third Army had already begun to land. However, their combat mission was to take the fortress of Lushun Province. So, we can't count on it. On the side of the Fourth Army, three infantry divisions have been transferred to reinforce the First Army, and there are still three infantry divisions left. It was just right for the Fourth Army to take on the tasks interspersed with circuitous tasks. Let the navy escort them directly, land at Yingkou, and then go straight to the flank of the Russians.

We attack from the front, and under such two sides, the Russians will surely collapse. At that time, we can easily crush the Russians and annihilate them! "

Major General Haruno Okubo laid out his plans and plans.

"Yo West! Okubo-kun, this is a very good tactic, I will send a telegram to the country. General Obao Gong nodded repeatedly.

In the situation that the attack could not be defeated for a long time and the battle was unfavorable, General Obao Gong had no other choice but to ask for help at home. Otherwise, if the battle fails, the consequences will be very serious. At that time, I am afraid that he will only have to seppuku to apologize.

"Hi, Your Excellency Commander!" Major General Okubo Haruno replied.

Toyo Empire, Dongkyo, War Department.

Lieutenant General Masahiri Terauchi, Minister of War of the Toyo Empire, General Oyama Iwa, Chief of Staff of the Army and Commander of the Manchurian Army, and Gen. Nozu Michikan, Director of Education and Commander of the Fourth Army, are deliberating on the current war situation. (Read violent novels, just go to Feilu Fiction Network!) ）

There is no doubt that the current war situation is undoubtedly very unfavorable for the Eastern Empire.

Whether in the Goryeo Peninsula or the Liaodong Peninsula, the offensive of the Eastern Army was not successful, but was resisted by the Russian Army. Moreover, it was also greatly damaged by the powerful firepower of the Russian army.

This is undoubtedly difficult for the Toyo Army to accept.

Initially, they hoped to mobilize heavy troops at the beginning of the war to defeat the Russian army in one fell swoop, inflict heavy damage on them, and strive for a favorable situation.

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But now, they are slow to gain an advantage on the battlefield.

And the reinforcements of the Russian army have been continuously reinforced from other regions in the Far East.

If this continues, the strength superiority of the Toyo Army will no longer exist.

At that time, it will undoubtedly be more difficult for them to defeat the Russian Empire.

"Your Excellency Chief of Staff, Your Excellency Director of Education, the current war situation is very unfavorable for us. The First Army, reinforced by three infantry divisions, had begun to continue its offensive. However, the Russians also concentrated their forces on the Han River and the Pingxian front. Even if we have a great advantage in troops. But on the side of the First Army, it was impossible to make a breakthrough in a short time.

And on the side of the Second Army, the attack on the Shahe defense line of the Russians had already ended in failure. The entire Second Army lost more than 30,000 men after a few days of fighting. If the offensive continues, the losses of the Second Army will probably be even greater. "

Lieutenant General Masaichi Terauchi was very distressed.

"It seems that we have to put in more effort. Otherwise, it will be difficult for us to defeat the Russians! General Dashanyan said.

"Yes, Your Excellency Chief of Staff. The Second Army suggested that the Fourth Army attack Yingkou and then attack the flank of the Russians' Shahe Line to cooperate with them. Under the attack from both sides, he broke through the Russian defense line in one fell swoop. Lieutenant General Masahiri Terauchi continued.

"It's one way. Or rather, there is undoubtedly no better alternative right now. General Dashanyan nodded repeatedly.

"Then, let me lead the remaining three infantry divisions of the Fourth Army to attack. For the sake of the empire, we must defeat the Russians. Otherwise, the Empire's plans for many years will be a complete failure! General Nozu Michikan did not hesitate at all.

"Then please Your Excellency the Director of Education!" Lieutenant General Masahiri Terauchi bowed to Senior General Nozu Michikan.

"It's all for the empire!" General Nozu Michikan replied.

Subsequently, the remaining 5th Infantry Division, the 10th Division and the 14th Regiment of the Fourth Army of the Toyo Army boarded ships from the mainland of the Toyo Empire and, under the cover of the Navy, went straight to Kochigo Maru.