...The battle plan of using the artificial swamp created to lure and annihilate the enemy cannot be delayed for too long.
What Kong Jie and Li Yunlong created is only an artificial swamp, not a natural swamp that can be maintained for a long time. Therefore, once the time is too long, as the water in the artificial swamp is lost, the mud will gradually solidify, and the effect as a trap will be greatly reduced.
Although time was tight, Kong Jie and Li Yunlong had made sufficient preparations and arrangements before this.
In addition to specially arranged highly mobile decoy troops.
There are also ambushes arranged in advance near the artificial swamp created.
Kong Jie also made a special request to take out the bottom-of-the-box weapons and Type 97 anti-aircraft shooting director that were captured when the Datong Air Defense Command was captured, and organize them into a unified group to use Oerlikon and Sulotong 20mm anti-aircraft guns, as well as where the national army got them Bofors 40mm anti-aircraft gun, as well as the captured Japanese Type 88 anti-aircraft gun, equipped with an M2 heavy machine gun.
Forming a firepower network at three levels: high, middle and low, it was a big surprise to the flying troops reinforced by the Japanese.
In addition, Kong Jie also ordered the preparation of some local false positions to strengthen the defense of anti-aircraft gun emplacements.
As for the battle between the two sides on the ground.
The teams led by Kong Jie and Li Yunlong were equipped with self-propelled assault guns modified from the Type 94 mountain cannon, and were especially equipped with new armor-piercing projectiles.
In addition, there are anti-tank self-propelled artillery equipped with Type 90 field guns, a large number of 37 and 47mm anti-tank guns, and tanks entering hidden positions.
Taisho 11-type anti-aircraft guns were also prepared to participate in battles against tanks to prevent the Japanese from imitating the Eighth Route Army troops and to temporarily reinforce the frontal armor of the assault tanks.
In addition, for the sake of safety, Kong Jie specially invited several reinforcements. After all, after the battle began, the mobile troops led by Kong Jie and Li Yunlong were limited in number and may not be able to stop the large Japanese army.
Moreover, manpower is needed to quickly clean up the battlefield after the battle is won.
One of them is the mobile artillery unit of the 120th Division, and the other is a mixed cavalry unit of the Yanbei Detachment.
In the communication, Kong Jie made it clear that he had no other intention but wanted to invite comrades from northern Shanxi to eat meat together.
Once the Japanese mobile troops fell into the trap, all combat troops would attack and outflank them, and not even a little devil could let them go.
After hearing this, the soldiers of the 120th Division and the Yanbei Detachment happily joined the battle. Everyone made up their minds. This time they wanted to see with their own eyes the power of the armored units directly under Taihang.
Good guy, defeating a Japanese tank group is not the end yet!
They are also preparing for another big one!
This guy likes Lao Li. He told the cadres of the 120th Division and the Yanbei Detachment, "A layman is watching the excitement, and an expert is watching the door. He wants to know how the armored troops directly under our Taihang can defeat the Japanese tank troops again." of.
If you just look at the surface, you will definitely not be able to do it. If you really want to understand what is going on, I suggest you send a few representatives to actually visit and see how Lao Kong and I commanded this battle. "
When he said this, Lao Li originally wanted to brag.
As a result, on the second day, Kong Jie and Li Yunlong temporarily stayed in a hidden frontline headquarters built in a hidden place not far from the combat area.
As expected, representatives from the 120th Division and the Yanbei Detachment came.
The key is that they are all great people.
To what extent?
Li Yunlong was originally sitting in the headquarters with his legs crossed, but when the cadres from all parties arrived, Lao Li had to put down his airs and greet them with a shy smile.
"Haha, Brigadier Zhang, why are you here?"
Li Yunlong never thought that he was just bragging, thinking that it would be nice to send some representative cadres from the 120th Division and the Yanbei Detachment to visit, learn, and gain insights.
As a result, Brigadier Zhang of the 358th Brigade came in person as a representative.
Brigadier Zhang didn't know Li Yunlong's little thoughts and said with a smile: "Why, Li Yunlong, you are not welcome?"
"No way, warm welcome!" Li Yunlong smiled.
Brigadier Zhang said, "That's right, Li Yunlong, you have to say it yourself. Let representatives from all parties come over and have a good look at how you command the armored forces to fight."
"Oh, by the way, the teacher should be here soon. He is also very interested in our Eighth Route Army's large-scale armored force operations!"
Li Yunlong: "..."
Kong Jie was speechless for a moment. It was all because of Lao Li's bad words. He could only make silent arrangements to once again strengthen the concealment and defense of the frontline command post.
The two also made up their minds at the same time. With so many heavyweight generals coming to watch the battle, this battle would be even more exciting.
In the headquarters, representatives from all parties were present.
The person in the middle, who was surrounded by a calm, calm look, wore a pair of old-looking black-rimmed glasses, and had a kind face. He was discussing with the surrounding generals word by word, the congratulations of the 120th Division. Teacher.
The teacher said that this time we should open our eyes to see the style of Comrade Kong Jie and Li Yunlong commanding the armored forces in combat.
A group of people entered the headquarters under the leadership of the teacher.
Kong Jie and Li Yunlong were unambiguous at all and served hard dishes straight away.
Presented in front of all the generals were a secret map of fire ambush distribution and air defense operations, as well as sand tables marking various units, large and small, which were responsible for contacting the ambush units from all parties and ensuring that the overall combat communication system was unobstructed. Various radio stations and walkie-talkies.
It directly opened the eyes of officials and representatives from all parties.
Brigadier Zhang even sighed with emotion: "Good guys, Kong Jie and Li Yunlong, you guys are really making a big fight! It's a radio station and a walkie-talkie. This little devil's communication equipment is not as complete as yours!"
Li Yunlong said happily: "Brigadier, that's for sure, the latest communication walkie-talkies we use are specially built.
This is much more convenient than using a bulky radio for communication.
It is no secret that with the current communication capabilities of our troops, once a battle breaks out, the entire battlefield and any disturbance in any area will not escape the reconnaissance of the headquarters. "
Not only that.
Kong Jie hid the command post on the side slope of a small earth slope, making it inconspicuous. A relatively stable air defense and artillery defense fortification was temporarily dug in the nearby area. There were fully camouflaged scouts and soldiers vigilant about the situation around the command post. , ensuring the absolute safety of commanders.
Without this series of deployments, Kong Jie and Li Yunlong would not have dared to agree, allowing the teacher and Brigadier Zhang to risk their lives and rush to the frontline headquarters.
Speaking of using the artificial swamps you created to ambush the Japanese armored forces.
The representatives were also amazed.
Brigadier Zhang said: "I'm afraid you are the only two people who can think of this way to deal with the Japanese."
Everyone then wanted to see the situation of the ambush position set up by Kong Jie and Li Yunlong.
A group of cadres took rangefinders and high-power periscopes and looked along the ambush area pointed by Kong Jie and Li Yunlong for a long time, but they could not find the artillery positions and infantry positions of the ambush troops, not even the tanks.
As for the artificial swamp that Kong Jie and Li Yunlong said the soldiers spent a whole night building, it was hidden under the green grass in that area, but Brigadier Zhang and his party did not detect any clues.
It clearly looks like a normal piece of grass!
The generals were greatly amazed.
"I'm talking about Kong Jie and Li Yunlong, are you two here to fool us? The ambush hasn't been arranged yet, right? Also, is the artificial swamp you mentioned really in that area?"
"Lao Kong, Lao Li, stop hiding it and tell us your specific combat deployment!"
Lao Li, who was particular about presentation, snorted twice and did not speak, but looked at Zhang Dabiao aside.
Lao Li now has a great family and a great business. He leads the New Second Regiment and is also the commander of the rapid response force directly under Taihang. Although everyone still calls him the commander of the regiment, in Li Yunlong's words:
"We all need to have a chief of staff!"
Zhang Dabiao is brave and resourceful, has rich combat experience, and has been with Li Yunlong for many years, so he is suitable for this position.
As a staff officer, Zhang Dabiao raised his lips. He clearly had a tough-guy image, but at this moment, he suddenly seemed to have a more resourceful character.
"Comrades, in fact, although this relatively flat plateau terrain lacks some cover, at this time of year it is basically the color of green grass at a glance. As long as it is properly disguised, the effect is still very good.
Our artillery unit also has a tank unit, and every tank and every artillery piece is fully camouflaged.
There are many artillery positions preset, and they are located 500 meters away from the combat area. Look at these locations on the map, don’t they look very inconspicuous?
But as soon as the battle starts, our artillery can immediately add firepower reinforcements.
We had calculated all the bombardment parameters in advance and even experimented at night.
At present, we have anti-tank gun positions at three levels: far, medium and near, as well as support from tank units and self-propelled artillery units hidden on solid fortifications.
The front line is all swamp. Once the Japanese armored troops fall into the swamp, they will be living targets. Even if a fish slips through the swamp by chance, there is a line of anti-tank trenches, and there are anti-tank rocket launcher teams waiting outside.
We can give full play to our firepower and terrain advantages and wait for work. "
A few words attracted everyone's attention, and Zhang Dabiao continued: "According to the intelligence detected by the Enemy Engineering Section of the Daqingshan Base and our scouts, the enemy was led by hybrid armor drawn from the Armored Army of the Kwantung Army. Brigade.
To be precise, it is a mixed armored group.
According to the investigation, the Japanese have strengthened the 150mm field howitzer, and there is also a seemingly improved Type 96 howitzer mount, which is different from the Type 96 howitzer we captured in Datong and sent to the headquarters.
In addition, the Japs also specially strengthened the Type 89 150mm cannon; the Japs are also equipped with convertible gun tanks like our assault guns, which should be long-barreled 75mm artillery. In addition, the Japs also have many 150mm and 120mm mortars.
As for smaller caliber artillery, we will not consider it for now.
In addition to mechanized infantry, there are also many cavalry in eastern Mongolia who work together. "
The analysis of the enemy made the cadres realize that the little devil had spent a lot of money this time.
Some generals of the 120th Division even thought in their hearts:
If such an elite Japanese armored force carrying heavy artillery were to launch a large-scale raid on the base area where the 120th Division was located, it would probably be enough to carry out several rounds of raids.
Such a powerful Japanese elite armored force was simply not something that conventional Eighth Route Army troops could deal with.
He is invincible on the frontal battlefield. "
The enemy's strength temporarily made the atmosphere in the headquarters somewhat solemn.
Until Li Yunlong's whistle suddenly sounded.
A dark shadow came in from the entrance of the command department, and then jumped on Li Yunlong's body and started making out with him.
The cadres took a closer look and saw that it was a large dog with hair half black and yellow.
Brigadier Zhang laughed and scolded: "Li Yunlong, is this your dog?"
Li Yunlong said: "That's right. I've had it for almost half a year. I like to take it with me wherever I go."
"You're really good at it. The kid is obviously well-prepared this time. He brought a lot of heavy weapons, including armor and artillery. He might also have air force reinforcements. Do you still have the time to raise a dog?"
Li Yunlong smiled and said: "Brigadier, what kind of dog is this?"
"Um?"
Li Yunlong said: "This dog is called Wolf Green Dog. It is a hybrid dog produced by mixing a Japanese dog and a German shepherd dog. The Japanese have relevant departments to specially use this dog to train military dogs. They can cause us harm during large-scale raids." It’s a lot of trouble.”
"So, isn't this just a Japanese dog!" A cadre said with a smile.
Li Yunlong nodded, "It is indeed a Japanese dog."
"Lao Li, aren't you afraid that this Japanese dog will jump up and bite you again?"
"It dares!" Li Yunlong said and glared at the wolf green dog. As expected, the dog was so frightened that it clamped its tail between its legs and did not dare to run away. Instead, it rubbed against Li Yunlong's feet and became even hotter.
Li Yunlong suddenly smiled happily again.
"No matter what kind of dog he is, if he is well raised and can bite little devils for us, then he is a good dog."
"Yes, Okamura!"
"Xiaogan Village???" Everyone was stunned.
Li Yunlong said happily: "Yes, Xiaogangcun is the name of this dog. I named it, no, what are you looking at?
Our old Li didn't do this on purpose. It's just this dog. He likes this name. If you don't believe me, just look at it. "
After speaking, Li Yunlong called Xiaogangcun again.
As expected, the wolf green dog's tail wagged even more happily, as if he understood that he was being called.
Generals:...
Kong Jie couldn't bear to look at him and turned his head away, saying that he didn't want to admit that Lao Li was the same as him.
Then there was a roar of laughter. After the laughter, Brigadier Zhang was so impressed that he gave a thumbs up to Li Yunlong and said: "Li Yunlong, Li Yunlong, you really are the one, even a dog can make you play with all these tricks." . If that old boy Okamura were here, I’d probably be pissed to death by you on the spot.”
After the farce, the originally somewhat solemn atmosphere of the meeting was quickly dissipated and became cheerful and relaxed again.
The topic was back on track. Kong Jie spoke in person this time, introducing to the generals the specific deployment and tactical arrangements after the battle broke out...
(End of chapter)
