Chapter Seventy-Nine: The Battle of the Twin Stone Mountains
【Hope for mutual powder】
On the third day of the withdrawal to the headquarters of the detachment, the troops had not yet had time to rest properly, and the fighters had not fully recovered from exhaustion. Pen, fun, pavilion www. biquge。 info Yu Chenglong and Jin Yunji received an order to go to the detachment headquarters for an emergency defense meeting. Yu Chenglong hurriedly made some simple arrangements, and rushed to the detachment headquarters for a meeting with Instructor Jin.
The atmosphere was tense, and Qin Gang, the first political commissar, briefly explained the intention of the meeting, and asked the commander Fang Tianzhu to arrange the deployment of defense tasks.
"Comrades, this Jigongling ambush has achieved brilliant results, destroying more than 300 enemy personnel and seizing a large number of weapons, ammunition and military supplies. Commanders and combatants at all levels fought bravely and coordinated with each other, which was the foundation for the victory of this battle. In particular, the independent detachment made great contributions in the Jigongling ambush and was praised by the North Manchurian Provincial Party Committee. Originally, we should have summed up this ambush battle and awarded the comrades for meritorious service, but due to the urgency of the situation, the devils were chasing the soldiers, so we could only wait for the commendation later. ”
"According to reliable information, a brigade of the devils, the entire Jing'an Brigade, known as a team of 3,000 people, followed us and vowed to completely annihilate our North Manchurian detachment of the Anti-United Nations. The Provincial Party Committee has instructed the Second Army, the Seventh Army, which is close to us, to come to our aid in order to disrupt the enemy's plans. But the situation we are facing is still very grim, one is that the enemy has more troops than us, and the weapons and equipment are better than ours, plus after the defeat of Jigongling, we are holding our breath in our hearts. The second is that it has entered winter, which is not conducive to concealment, and our advantages cannot be brought into play; Third, there are not many trees on the big and small rocky mountains where our detachment is located, and they are not dangerous, so it is difficult to defend; The most important thing is not yet known from which direction the two armies that came to reinforce us will arrive and when they will arrive? The provincial party committee asked us to hold out for at least five days to accumulate experience in the positional defensive warfare carried out by the Anti-Japanese Federation. All this has undoubtedly increased the difficulty of our defensive battle. In order to win this defensive battle, the detachment has drawn up a battle plan, which will be deployed by the chief of the general staff for everyone at a moment, and Comrade Qin Gang, the first political commissar, will also put forward specific requirements. Second, it is necessary to resolutely carry out the orders of the headquarters, coordinate and cooperate, be resourceful and flexible, and take victory in battle as the highest standard; The third is to make good preparations for retreat, and the retreat route will be decided according to the actual situation. Commander Fang Tianzhu's expression was serious, and he spoke first, and he could see that the situation was very serious.
"According to the current situation, the detachment decided to withdraw the independent detachment to Xiaoshiqi Mountain and garrison it with the three brigades, and the second brigade to withdraw to Dashiqi Mountain and garrison it with the first brigade. The independent detachment and the 2nd Brigade are to withdraw to their designated positions and build fortifications by dusk tomorrow. The two mountains become horns, can coordinate with each other, between the two mountains there is only a less than three zhang of the mountain beam to connect, can communicate in time, if necessary, the two mountains can be combined into one, jointly resist the enemy. "The Chief of the General Staff spread out the map and explained the task to everyone.
"The task has been clear, we have to hold on here, fight a good positional battle, resist the enemy in front of the big and small stone mountains, and then break through and retreat if necessary. Our team has just won a great victory in the Jigongling ambush, and its morale is at its peak. The enemy is also here to avenge the revenge of Jigongling, the two armies fight, the brave wins, we must educate our soldiers, kill the enemy bravely, not afraid of sacrifice. There is nothing to be afraid of the little devil, the battle of Jigongling has confirmed this, the devil and the Jing'an army were annihilated more than 300 people, and we only sacrificed 100 people, one for three, worth it! Now that we have replenished our weapons, there is plenty of ammunition, and again we are defending our positions, the enemy will pay an even greater price. The political commissars and instructors of the major brigades should make this point clear to the comrades and build up confidence in victory. In accordance with the needs of this defensive mission, the General Headquarters decided that Commander Fang would be responsible for the command of the blockade at Dashili Mountain, and that Chief of General Staff Yang would be in charge of the command of the blockade at Xiaoshili Mountain, and that I would take the headquarters to be responsible for coordination and liaison. All major teams should act quickly in accordance with their arrangements, actively prepare for war, and strive to win this battle! Qin Gang, the first political commissar, finally made a request.
After the meeting ended, Yu Chenglong and Instructor Jin immediately rushed back to the team. First mobilize before the battle, and then arrange the transfer of defense. Ready, Yu Chenglong led all the soldiers of the detachment to withdraw to Xiaoshiqi Mountain in the afternoon of the next day to meet the three teams.
The chief of the general staff took Captain Xiao and Captain Yu around Xiaoshili Mountain, inspected the defensive positions in detail, and arranged some specific defensive matters.
"Jackie Chan, what do you think?" The Chief of the General Staff asked as he walked.
"Based on past experience, the devils are really going to attack wildly, does the Chief of the General Staff think we can hold out for five days?" Yu Jackie Chan asked rhetorically.
"What, you think we can't hold it?" The Chief of the General Staff also did not answer positively.
"I think since joining the Anti-Japanese Federation, we have a lot of things in our hearts that we don't say. Whether we can hold it or not, everyone knows in their hearts that if the Second Army and the Seventh Army can really come to the rescue of us, I think our team will be able to break through. But they are so far away from us, it is really difficult to come to the rescue from a long distance, and besides, the devil doesn't know how to surround the point to send reinforcements? Therefore, I think it is better to plan a retreat as soon as possible and prepare for both. Captain Xiao interjected at this time.
"The detachment has drawn up a plan for retreat and has made preparations with both hands. I think the Second Army and the Seventh Army can come to support us, and the devils will not set up ambushes, because the devils can't imagine that they can come to the rescue. The most important thing is that we can't retreat now, not to mention that the North Manchurian Provincial Party Committee asked us to hold on and wait for help, even if we withdraw now, we can't get rid of the devils, they are numerous, the rear support is sufficient, and there are cars and war horses, as long as we chase after them, we will be dragged down. Now it is better to stick to the situation and wait for the opportunity to break through. "said the Chief of the General Staff.
"Now that the opportunity to retreat has been lost, this is the only way. But I ask the detachment to prepare for the worst, what if the troops are scattered? Is it a whole breakout or a scattered breakout? In the face of a long winter, what to do after the breakout? All this, as a commander, should have in mind, the detachment should have a clear statement as soon as possible to appease the troops. Yu Chenglong said.
"I will reflect your opinions upward, but as a commander, we must not have a war-weary and fearful mood, which will infect the soldiers and not help us hold our ground." The Chief of the General Staff looked at Yu Chenglong and said.
"Jackie Chan just came up with his idea. Which battle was not he rushed to the front, the best record, this point the Chief of the General Staff should be reassured. Jackie Chan has just arrived, and we haven't eaten together for a long time, so I have a treat to entertain all the soldiers of the independent detachment. It's all arranged, and the chief of the General Staff let's go to dinner together, also to boost everyone's morale. Captain Xiao said with a smile.
"Yes, I will not doubt Jackie Chan's ability and determination to resist Japan. It's just that he may still have some thoughts about us joining the Anti-Japanese Federation, and maybe he is right. But I think that in order to achieve great development, we must take this step, and it is difficult for us to achieve great things alone. Jackie Chan should think more about this and not give people a tongue. Well, let's not talk about that. The defense of our Xiaoshiqi Mountain is still dominated by Captain Xiao, and the independent detachment is the general reserve, supporting the position of the tight battle at any time, paying attention to protecting the only passage with Dashiqi Mountain, and not allowing the devils to divide and surround the two mountains, so that we will be more passive. Tomorrow we will continue to strengthen the fortifications and arm them tightly. Let's go, let's eat, Captain Xiao also asked the brothers to drink less, the cold and the blood are free. After speaking, the chief of the general staff walked straight to the front, and Captain Xiao and Captain Yu followed closely behind.
After dinner, the chief of the General Staff returned to the headquarters of the Dashiqishan detachment. After Captain Xiao and Captain Yu arranged the night defense, the two talked together for most of the night before they went to sleep.
The next day, both teams were busy reinforcing the fortifications. In the evening, the scouts reported that the devil's brigade was twenty miles away, and they had crossed two mountains to the foot of the big and small stone stalks. The detachment ordered the whole to enter a combat state and meet the enemy at any time. The chief of the general staff came to Xiaoshiqi Mountain again and took command.
The next morning, the sentry reported that the devils and the Jing'an army had been spotted on the opposite hill and were moving towards the big and small stone mountains. But until noon, the enemy did not attack, but only set up a formation on the opposite hillside. When it was almost dark, the devils and Jing'an troops were found all around the big and small stone mountains, and it seemed that the enemy had surrounded the big and small stone mountains.
"Look at this formation, the devil wants to destroy us all. It seems that the battle of Jigongling really hurt them, and they can't wait to swallow us in one bite. The situation is critical, and although we are well prepared, we have to be prepared for the eventuality. I still have that opinion, it is better to resist first and see the situation, and arrange a breakthrough as soon as possible. Brothers are not afraid of death, but they cannot make unnecessary sacrifices. No, let's rendezvous with Dashila Mountain, pick the weak link of the devil to break through, and take advantage of the fact that the devil is still unstable, and then make plans to kill it. Captain Xiao said.
"This will not work, the detachment has decided that it must be held, this is the order of the North Manchurian Provincial Party Committee! Now where we are retreating, the North Manchurian Provincial Party Committee has not yet given clear instructions, they hope that we can hold on, once again deal a heavy blow to the devils, and create a new situation in the north of Manchuria's resistance against Japan. At present, we must strengthen our confidence, lead our brothers to be ready for battle, and fight the defensive battles of Dashi and Xiaoshila Mountain, and make decisions on the rest according to the development of the war. "said the Chief of the General Staff.
"It's a great success, and it will be buried! Okay, let's not think about it, let's carry out the order and look at the present. Yu Chenglong, who had been pondering, stood up and looked into the dark distance.
"Will the enemy attack at night?" Captain Xiao asked.
"It's unlikely, but be prepared and don't be careless." said the Chief of the General Staff.
"Night fighting is not the devil's forte, and it is impossible to send people to attack the mountain. But our two mountains are relatively isolated and the targets are obvious, and the enemy may have to carry out artillery bombardment at night to harass us. If this is the case, in addition to doing a good job of sheltering from the shelling, we should also send people down the mountain to make a surprise attack, so as to create the illusion of a breakthrough for the devils, and not let them sleep well. It is not enough to defend passively, let's make a few fake breakouts in one night, and also lay a good foundation for a real breakthrough in the future and confuse the enemy. Yu Jackie Chan suggested.
"It depends on the development of the war. Now it is time to closely monitor the enemy and be prepared to prevent enemy shelling at night. "The Chief of the General Staff ordered.
Sure enough, not long after dark, the sound of cannons sounded almost simultaneously in the big and small stone mountains. The enemy, through accurate positioning during the day, began shelling the positions of the North Manchurian detachment. However, due to the fact that it was night, the enemy's artillery bombardment was relatively accurate at first, and then it was indiscriminate, and most of the shells fell on the periphery of the position, and did not cause great casualties to the fighters on the position. In this way, the shelling continued for a while and then stopped, and the enemy did not come to attack the mountain. In the middle of the night, the enemy began a new round of shelling, which, as before, continued for a while and then stopped, and the whole mountain returned to a deathly silence. Only the piles of fires lit by the enemy in the distance around the large and small stone mountain still appear and disappear like ghostly fire.
After the sound of cannons, Yu Chengchan asked for an attack. With the consent of the chief of the General Staff, Yu Chenglong and Deputy Detachment Leader Li each took 30 people and went down the mountain in two directions, the front and the back, to attack and harass the enemy.
The team sneaked through the darkness and came very close to the enemy, and Yu Chenglong asked the soldiers to hide and observe the enemy.
At this time, gunfire had already sounded in the direction of the back mountain, and it seemed that Li Baozhong, the deputy commander of the detachment in the back mountain, had already exchanged fire with the enemy, and the gunfire was sometimes fierce and sometimes sparse. In front of the team led by Yu Chengchan, there were officials who shouted the soldiers from their tents and hiding places, shouting that they were ready to support the anti-union that broke through, and the camp of the enemy's besieging troops resounded with loud shouts.
Yu Chenglong asked the soldiers to aim at a group of Jing'an troops who had just assembled, shouted, and a fierce fire attacked, and the enemy immediately killed and wounded more than half of them, and the rest fled in all directions. At this time, there seemed to be reinforcements from the enemy on both sides, and he ordered the soldiers to separate to meet the enemy, not to be in love, and to retreat immediately after a fierce blow.
Yu Chenglong's eyes were fixed on a black shadow that had just been scattered and fled and hidden, and he rushed over quickly, dragged the Jing'an army out from under a fallen tree, pulled him, and led the soldiers to quickly retreat to the mountain.
Almost at the same time, Deputy Captain Li, who had gone to the back mountains to harass the enemy, also led the troops to withdraw, and this sortie lasted less than two hours, killing about a dozen enemies and capturing one alive. One member of Yu Chengchan's detachment was killed and two were slightly injured.
"This kid is flexible, can fight, and only makes money and doesn't lose. After going back, he also let Dashilashan do the same, so as not to let the devil stop, consuming his patience and energy. The chief of the general staff praised Yu Chengchan's approach, and then took the captured small leader of the Jing'an Army and rushed to Dashiqi Mountain overnight for interrogation.
The next day, as soon as the day dawned, while the chief of the general staff rushed back to Xiaoshili Mountain, the enemy's intensive artillery fire poured down on Dashili Mountain from the south and north directions at the same time, and the shelling lasted for nearly an hour, and Dashili Mountain was shrouded in a cloud of artillery fire.
As soon as the cannon fire passed, the enemy attacked the mountain from the north and south at the same time, with the Jing'an army in front and the Japanese devils behind, frantically rushing up. The fighters immediately entered the position and began to snipe fiercely. The battle was extremely fierce from the beginning, and both sides spared no expense and desperately attacked and defended. After a few rounds, both sides suffered heavy casualties.
The whole morning was spent in this fierce offensive and defensive situation.
In particular, the attack and defense of Dashili Mountain were more intense, and Dashili Mountain was almost lost at one time. In the afternoon, the enemy's artillery fire thinned out, and it seemed that there was not enough ammunition, and the attack of the devils stopped. By night, there was no movement of the enemy. It seems that the devil did not expect to encounter such a stubborn resistance, and is thinking of new countermeasures.
After midnight, Yu Chengchan organized his own detachment again, still yesterday's line, rushed down the mountain to attack the enemy, this time the results were more obvious than last time, the sleeping enemy was scattered, and when the enemy came to his senses, they withdrew to the mountain. This kind of harassment was carried out three times in one night from different directions, so that the devils could not stop and were always on high alert.
In this way, the two sides were in a state of stalemate, and the battle continued. The air was filled with a strong smell of slaughter and a strong smell of gunsmoke. No matter how optimistic it is, people know that the North Detachment of the Anti-United Nations Manchukuo is obviously at a disadvantage and in great danger.