Even if there were two days left on Chinese New Year's Eve, the indiscriminate bombing suddenly carried out by the North China Front Army made the Eighth Route Army base feel for the first time the madness and brutality of the little devils. And this day is also known as a day of bloodshed.

That night, after receiving losses from all sides, and facing thousands of military and civilian casualties, the leaders of the Central Committee and the Eighth Route Army Headquarters also couldn't sleep all night. The base areas that were hit by the air raids also carried out the aftermath work overnight.

Although Yan'an was spared the poisonous hands of the little devil air force this time, the losses in Xi'an, Yulin, Luliang and other places also made the commander of the Eighth Route Army who received the telegram angry. Mr. Zhu immediately issued an order for the general mobilization of the whole army.

Compared with the people of the entire Shaanxi, they were shocked by the crazy bombing of the Japanese army. Chairman Chiang, who learned the news, was also deeply shocked. It seems that he didn't expect that the little devil would dare to do such a crazy thing.

Only He Zhengdao knows that in the future, the little devils will often carry out such indiscriminate bombardment of Chongqing. In general, it's just that everything is ahead of schedule. The dead are gone, and all we have to do is to avenge the victims.

In the face of the near-total destruction of Yulin Commercial Street, the fire is still raging at night. Apart from the losses of the city defense forces, the number of civilians killed was not high. Hearing this news, He Zhengdao was a little relieved.

The arsenal, which is of greatest concern, has not been affected by air raids because it is all produced in underground bomb shelters and is well concealed. The little devil plane that bombed Yulin almost dumped all the bombs in Yulin City.

Factories, schools, and densely populated residential areas became the targets of the Japanese army's key bombing. Although the casualties are not large, the economic losses are also not small. The most important thing is that the Chinese New Year is coming soon.

People who lose their homes will face homelessness. For this situation, He Zhengdao undoubtedly seemed very worried, but he also knew that no one wanted this kind of thing to happen, but it happened anyway.

Compared with the previous bombing by Japanese planes, which resulted in heavy damage, this bombing has achieved significant results. Looking at the bomber formation that returned to the airfield safely, Sugiyama Moto, who planned the operation, seemed very happy.

Looking at the equally excited pilots, Sugiyama Moto, who came to the airport to reward the pilots, said with a smile: "Warriors, you are worthy of being the eagles of the empire. Your bombing was carried out very well and thoroughly.

According to what we have learned, tonight's military and civilians in Shaanxi will be a painful and difficult night. In the skies of China, you will be invincible warriors. I will also report to the Empire for your merits. ”

'Thank you, Your Excellency, Commander! ’

At the time of the North China Front, when the bombing was a major victory. He Zhengdao, who stayed in Shuozhou, stayed at the division command post of the Fourth Division, personally guiding the disaster relief and aftermath work of the whole column and assigning corresponding combat tasks.

Even though he was extremely angry in his heart, He Zhengdao still said with a stern expression: "Send a telegram to the political commissar, about the people whose houses were damaged by the Japanese bombing today, temporarily resettled in the barracks and schools, and ensure their daily life and food supply."

Let the Engineer Regiment and the Yulin Garrison Brigade build a new cave for the people as quickly as possible, so that the people can move into their new homes as soon as possible. At the same time, the governments and garrisons of the border areas in the base areas should be ready to meet the second air raid at any time.

From now on, the units to which the column belongs will be put into combat readiness and all vacations will be cancelled. Ordered the logistics department of the column to issue weapons and ammunition to the departments. The troops in the guerrilla zones were equally ready for battle and were waiting for the orders of the columns at any time. ”

With the telegram coming back, Xiao Jinguang, who also felt a headache in the face of so many people who needed to be resettled. Seeing He Zhengdao's open school and military camp station, he also knew that this was the priority to ensure that the people could have a place to sleep and rest.

Therefore, let people clear out the vacant rooms of the school and arrange for groups of people who have lost their houses to move in. In the same way, logistics troops were arranged to provide quilts and food for these people, so as to ensure their food and daily life.

Knowing that He Zhengdao was afraid that he would not come back and that the front line would make some moves, Xiao Jinguang could only take the person in charge of the political commissar of the border area and the political director of the column to be responsible for the post-war disposal work.

At this moment, He Zhengdao looked at the telegraph operator and said: "Call the central government and the headquarters, and the independent column will ask for battle." The plan to sabotage behind enemy lines and expand the base area was launched ahead of schedule to cut off the communication channel from Suiyuan to Datong.

Our unit has made all operational preparations and can go to the front line to fight at any time. At the same time, it is hoped that the central government will have the approval of the headquarters and the independent column will launch a reconquest operation against Shuozhou and Suiyuan. If you don't take revenge, you will be a soldier in vain! ”

The telegram was transmitted to the headquarters of the Central Committee and the Eighth Route Army, and seeing He Zhengdao use the word 'please fight' for the first time, Mao Taizu and Mr. Zhu both knew that He Zhengdao was really angry this time. But the problem is, they are also very angry!

In response to this situation, Mao Taizu, who held a meeting of the Central Committee overnight, also said very seriously: "Ladies and gentlemen, what suggestions do you have regarding the invitation of the independent column? At present, there are many more troops who are engaged in battle.

The bombing by the Japanese army has caused huge losses to people, property, and economy in our base areas. If we do not initiate counterattack measures, I believe that such bombing will continue to be staged in the future. Presumably this year, it will not stop! ”

Soon, a committee member said: "War is definitely going to be fought, but how to fight requires a sound plan." The most important thing is that if we fight on our side, if we attract heavy Japanese troops to surround us, the situation will be very unfavorable to us.

With our current military and economic strength, it is not enough to go head-to-head with the North China Front. Once the movement on our side is too great, the Japanese troops that enter the south to fight will inevitably mobilize heavy troops to encircle and suppress them, which will only be detrimental to our long-term development, right? ”

Such a suggestion, although it may not sound very good, is also true. Compared with the current Central Army, there are at least a million troops, and the Eighth Route Army is fully calculated, plus the expanded troops, I am afraid that it will be less than a million.

Most importantly, the Eighth Route Army had very few logistical reserves. If you want to fight a comprehensive counterattack, it is estimated that you are also powerless. Moreover, many committee members are also worried that the movement will attract the frenzied encirclement and suppression of the little devils.

Listening to the words of these committee members, Mao Taizu pondered for a moment and said: "This time, if we don't take action, it will only fuel the arrogance of the little devils. As long as the front line is fighting, it will distract the attention of the Japanese army.

Judging from the current situation, even if we want to ensure the current confrontation situation, the little devil will not give us this opportunity. It is better to try to take the initiative to attack and disrupt the military deployment of the Japanese army.

What's more, at this moment, many of the main forces of the Northern Front Army have been transferred to the south to participate in the battle for the hinterland of the Central Plains. If the situation in North China is critical, the little devils will either transfer the Kwantung Army to the south, or transfer the main force back to North China.

No matter what kind of response he makes, it is still very favorable for the environment of the Great War of Resistance. If we don't fight this time, the Nationalist Government will even criticize us for not attacking, and the people will look down on us.

If we only talk about the pros and cons, fighting, may make us lose a lot, but we believe that we have gained a lot. If we don't fight, we may be able to preserve some strength, but I am afraid that we will lose more things.

At least the reorganized troops currently assembled in Xi'an and other places also need to be tested on the battlefield. If it is not tested in actual combat, it will take more time for these troops to quickly integrate into our army.

Only by letting the little devil know that the consequences of provoking us will lead to a turmoil in his existing advantages, then it is possible for him to restrain a little. If you don't fight, I'm afraid that the commanders and fighters of the army and the people in the base area will also feel very cold! ”

As the person in charge of the Central Committee, Mao Taizu knew very well that the current situation of the Eighth Route Army was inseparable from the victory some time ago. At least many people think that the Eighth Route Army dares to fight with little devils, and even wins a lot of times.

After the previous Battle of Taiyuan, many disabled troops of the Northeast Army and the Northwest Army finally chose to join the Eighth Route Army, and they also felt that the Eighth Route Army had a way to deal with little devils. If they don't fight, they will also disappoint these officers and soldiers.

The most important thing is that if the Eighth Route Army really retains its strength in the matter of the all-out war of resistance, I believe that the Central Army will not do its best to resist the war. Such mutual vigilance is very detrimental to the two parties and to the national war of resistance.

Even Mao Taizu believed that this war would be a protracted war. While the Eighth Route Army is developing rapidly, it is also bound to usher in huge casualties and personnel changes. But if you don't fight, it does seem too cowardly.

Zhou Enlai, as the vice chairman, quickly said: "It can be seen from the telegram sent by the independent column asking for war that the independent column is also ready for battle. And they just planned the battle in advance.

Recently, the Nationalist Government has also considered transferring our troops to the Central Plains Battlefield to participate in the battle. This means that the Central Army will not sit idly by and watch our steady development in Shaanxi, and will definitely find a way for us to send troops to participate.

If we take this opportunity to fight, it may be more beneficial to us. At least our troops are sent to the front line to prepare for their battle in the Central Plains, which I believe will also play a very important role.

In such a fight, they will not find a reason, and then let us send the main division troops to the Central Plains to participate in the battle. We don't have to worry about it, let the troops we send out become cannon fodder for the Central Army.

As long as we are fighting, and the fighting is still fierce, the people will support us, and the Central Army will not find a reason to send our main forces to participate in the battle. So, I think that the main battle of the independent column can be approved.

Even the battle plan we made earlier could be implemented in advance. The troops that enter Jinlu and Hebei can also enter the preparation stage in advance. At that time, in the rear, it will respond to the general battle between the Central Army and the Japanese army. ”

As the liaison representative between the Eighth Route Army and the Central Army, Zhou Enlai knew very well that many generals in the Central Army wanted to find a reason to transfer the main division of the Eighth Route Army to participate in the upcoming Battle of Xuzhou.

If that's the case, send that main division over, and they all need to worry about the final outcome of this force. On the battlefield, if you are betrayed by friendly forces, the consequences are often fatal. In this way, it is better to send all the troops out! (To be continued.) )