According to Zhang Tianhai, this Brigadier Xu is naturally Xu Jiyuan, the commander of the 48th Brigade. The 48th Brigade is under the Ou Zhen Division of the 21st Division of the Fourth Army.
Xu Jiyuan is from Hunan and one of the few people from other provinces who holds the rank of major general in the Guangdong Army.
Under the orders of Zhang Fakui, commander of the Second Corps, the 48th Brigade Headquarters was already moving closer to Jiujiang County.
On the endless hills, Xu Jiyuan held a pair of binoculars in his hand and observed the surrounding terrain.
Xu Jiyuan is not too old, about forty-five years old, and can be regarded as a middle force among the Cantonese army.
"Chief of Staff, where are we now?" Xu Jiyuan asked casually.
The chief of staff next to him came up with a military map and said, "Brigadier Commander, our current location is very close to Jiujiang County. We can reach Jiujiang County by walking another 20 kilometers to the east."
"What about our friendly forces? Where have they reached?" Xu Jiyuan asked, his tone full of pride.
The troops of the Fourth Army have always been known as the Iron Army, including on the Songhu battlefield. Therefore, they have a natural sense of superiority when dealing with many troops.
In particular, Xu Jiyuan's unit is well-equipped and has not suffered any major blows. Its combat effectiveness is still quite strong.
"Brigadier Commander, according to the contact with the friendly forces, they said that they have reached the outskirts of Jiujiang County and can launch an attack on Jiujiang County at any time." The chief of staff reported truthfully.
"This friendly force is cooperating with us in fighting, but the troops directly under the theater should not be too bad in theory, right?" Xu Jiyuan asked. He only had a general understanding of this friendly force that was cooperating in fighting, but in detail But he didn't know much because he was studying the changes in the enemy's situation at that time.
"Sir, this unit is amazing. It achieved a huge victory on the Xuzhou battlefield. It also severely damaged the Japanese army during the Battle of Lanfeng. In short, our teammates this time are very strong. At least not Holding us back." The chief of staff's face was full of optimism.
"The Great Victory of Tangtou? Wasn't that fought by the first regiment directly under the Third War Zone? What does it have to do with the First Guard Regiment of the Ninth War Zone? Besides, the Ninth War Zone was only established when the Battle of Lanfeng was fought." Xu Jiyuan frowned He frowned deeply, obviously not trusting this army that he had never heard of.
"Brigade Commander, let me tell you that the First Guard Regiment of the Ninth War Zone was reorganized from the First Regiment directly under the Third War Zone. They are basically the same members. Moreover, they have been expanded and are fourth in number compared to ours. There are more 18th Brigade." Yue Zhen, Chief of Staff of the 48th Brigade, raised his eyebrows and said with high spirits.
Theoretically speaking, this is a good thing, but there was no trace of excitement on Xu Jiyuan's face. Instead, he said solemnly: "Then this is a good thing for us, but we still have to take precautions. Their Central Army suffered excessive losses in the Battle of Songhu and the Battle of Nanjing. Now when they fight, they may not be as desperate as they were in the Battle of Songhu and Nanjing and Xuzhou. Who knows whether they will be like Tang Enbo .”
Logically speaking, Wang Mingzhang's unit of the Sichuan Army was abandoned by Tang Enbo's unit, which has little to do with the Guangdong Army. But in reality? There is a saying called the rabbit dies and the fox is sad.
Whether it is the Sichuan Army, the Guangxi Army, the Guangdong Army, or the Shanxi-Sui Army, in the eyes of the Central Army, they are all miscellaneous armies with weak combat effectiveness. Therefore, in the eyes of these local armies, the local armies of other factions are Emotions and status are similar——
It is normal for the Central Army to refuse to save the Sichuan Army today, and to refuse to save the Guangdong Army or Guangxi Army tomorrow.
Of course, due to the high status of the two leaders of the Gui Army in the National Government, there has not yet been a point where the Central Army dares to ignore the Gui Army.
"Yes, Brigadier." Yue Zhen nodded and responded.
At this moment, a staff officer on duty ran over and reported to Xu Jiyuan and Yue Zhen: "Report to the brigade commander and chief of staff, Zhang Tianhai, commander of the 1st Guard Regiment of the Ninth Theater Zone, sent an urgent message saying that they have arrived at the designated location. What are you asking? It’s time to meet the brigade commander!”
I saw a smile on Xu Jiyuan's slightly elegant and vicissitudes of life face, and he said: "This is the chief of staff. Doesn't this mean Cao Cao? Cao Cao is here? It seems that our friendly army, in general, Speaking of which, it's pretty good. At least you won't be timid, right? Haha..."
Yue Zhen also laughed and said, "This is a good thing..."
Why do people like the 48th Brigade of the Guangdong Army pay so much attention to each other's calls?
The reason is very simple, because if it is the First Guard Regiment of the Ninth War Zone, they do not want to fight this battle. Based on the way their central army treats local miscellaneous armies, they will definitely not take the initiative to contact the military chiefs of these miscellaneous armies - unless it is Orders from superiors.
Although Zhang Tianhai is one level lower than Xu Jiyuan in terms of military rank and position, he is still a member of the Central Army after all...
The Central Army is a sharp sword under Chairman Chiang Kai-shek, not to mention direct members of the Central Army like the Third War Zone...oh no, the First Guard Regiment of the Ninth War Zone.
"Reply to Commander Zhang and tell them that our troops are not far from Jiujiang County. As for where to meet, it is up to Commander Zhang to decide!" Xu Jiyuan said loudly, obviously in a good mood.
Why did my mood suddenly become so good? The reason is very simple. Having a strong teammate who is willing to fight is definitely a good thing for them, and it can't be better!
"Yes! Sir!" the staff officer on duty responded.
Not long after, the staff officer on duty came back again, holding a translation in his hand with "Lijiazhuang" written clearly on it.
This time, the staff officer on duty did not directly say the above content, but directly handed the translation to Xu Jiyuan and said: "Brigadier Commander, this is Commander Zhang's reply."
After Xu Jiyuan took a look at the content above, he also looked for the location of Lijiazhuang on the map.
It is directly west of Jiujiang County.
Xu Jiyuan did not hesitate at all. He said: "Let's go! Huang Qisan's regiment will follow me to Lijiazhuang. The other troops will move in the same direction as the original plan!"
"Yes! Sir!" the staff officer on duty responded.
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Lijiazhuang is a village about twelve kilometers away from Jiujiang County.
Thanks to the cavalry battalion, the First Guard Regiment of the Ninth Theater Zone has completely occupied this place.
It has to be said that Zhang Tianhai was right to put all his efforts into developing this cavalry battalion and to find ways to improve the combat effectiveness of the cavalry battalion.
At least at this moment, the mobility and strong combat effectiveness displayed by the cavalry battalion made the senior officers of the first police regiment very satisfied.
With high mobility, good weapons and equipment, and well-trained training, they can directly act as infantry troops after dismounting, and their combat effectiveness is not weaker than those of their brothers in the infantry troops!
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PS: The first update is here!
There should be another update later, I will try my best to code it!
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