In the face of the defenders stationed in Huaibin and turning the entire county into a place for street fighting, the attacking Japanese army was also very helpless. www.biquge.info But what is even more helpless is their tank and armored vehicles, which seem to have lost their usefulness after entering the city.

The houses that were blown up from time to time, in addition to burying the attacking little devil infantry, also blocked the roads suitable for tanks. Some sections of the road that seemed to be easy for tanks to attack were planted with anti-tank mines that terrified the little devil tanks.

The tank armor with high hopes is useless, in order to clear the defenders who are holding Huaibin as soon as possible, all the little devil can do is to fight street battles with the defenders. However, the Japanese army's understanding of the terrain in the city was undoubtedly inferior to that of the troops stationed here.

Looking at the search infantry who were killed by cold guns from time to time, the fierce firefights rang out from time to time. The 10th Infantry Wing, which was in charge of the main attack, found that one of their wings continued to enter the city and disperse, which seemed to turn the whole city into a small battlefield.

In the face of the gradually expanding street fighting battlefield, the commander of the 10th Infantry Wing, who served as the main attacker, learned that the attacking troops had suffered heavy casualties after entering the city. Naturally, the co-captain found it incredulous for such a situation.

A Japanese captain said bitterly: "Captain, the defenders here are very tenacious. Moreover, they are familiar with the terrain, and ambush positions have been arranged in many key streets and intersections in the city.

The most troubling thing is that the troops that are fighting us this time do not seem to be like the local troops we have encountered before. Their marksmanship and tactical movements are very good, and they also have an advantage over us in terms of the number of soldiers.

Previously, we had to pay nearly half a brigade of casualties before we advanced a kilometer. If we are to rid the city of stubborn enemies as quickly as possible, we must need support. At least in terms of the number of attackers, we have to have the advantage. ”

Can't win a local garrison in China in street fighting? Such a result undoubtedly made the Japanese wing commander very unbelievable. But as the battle losses reported by the various brigades of the wing one after another, he had to admit such a result.

When the information was reported to Yoshio Shinozuka, the commander of the lieutenant general's division said angrily: "Yaga, how can there be such a big casualty? How can a small county garrison brigade inflict such a large casualty on us? ”

In the face of Shinozuka Yoshio's anger, the chief of staff of the division also smiled bitterly: "Division commander, we seem to have underestimated the combat effectiveness of this garrison. According to the information obtained from the battlefield ahead, I am afraid that only an elite army is stationed here.

Most importantly, they turned the entire county into a blocking position, restricting our tanks and armored vehicles. In the case of not having an advantage in numbers and not being familiar with the terrain, we really don't have many advantages! ”

Even if the little devils shout that they are invincible every day, only they know whether they are invincible or not. Faced with attacking a small county town and losing more than a thousand attacking infantry in a short period of time, it is no wonder that Yoshio Shinozuka is very angry.

After a long silence, Yoshio Shinozuka said directly: "Order the artillery wing to cooperate with the operation of the clearing troops." Since they regard this county seat as a battlefield, then I will completely raze this county town to the ground and see how they hide! ”

'Division commander, in this case, I am afraid that the consumption of our artillery shells will be extremely huge! ’

Is it the cannonballs that matter, or is it the lives of our warriors that matter? Annihilate this damned defender first, and tomorrow we'll have the rear troops bring in the shells. As long as Xinyang is taken, our rear supplies can be delivered. ’

Exchanging cannonballs for soldiers, this is the method that Yoshio Shinozuka came up with. In the case of using artillery shells to open the way, although the speed of the attack is slower, the casualties will be greatly reduced. At the same time, in the case of constant shelling, it can also destroy the fighting spirit of the defenders.

As the Japanese began to adjust their offensive tactics, night was already shrouded in the sky over Huaibin City. Under the light of the stars and the moonlight, the visibility of the entire battlefield is reduced, and more visibility is given to the defenders and attacking Japanese troops.

Just when the Japanese began to divide the artillery wing into several squads to provide artillery support to the attacking Japanese troops in front. Li Xiangdong, who was in charge of guarding and blocking, also knew that such an attack would be very unfavorable to them.

Liu Nuosheng, who was also staying at the headquarters, also gritted his teeth and said: "Raised by a dog*mother, the little devil is really ruthless!" If they continue to fight like this, won't they be afraid of running out of shells? ”

They wanted to reduce the casualties of their attacking troops through artillery bombardment, and at the same time to destroy our resolve to resist. Unfortunately, by doing so, they will only hasten their demise. Brigade Commander Liu, ordered the reserve troops to prepare for a counterattack. ’

As soon as these words came out, Liu Nuosheng said with a shocked face: "Chief Li, fight back? ”

'Yes! How? Surprised? Tell our reserves to prepare for a counterattack. Let the little devil beat us for so long, don't you want to beat us back? Rest assured! I know it! ’

'But the little devil has already sent troops to the city?' If we fight back, how can we hold out for three days? ’

As the commander of the garrison brigade, Liu Nuosheng is naturally not a straw bag. In his opinion, it is undoubtedly the wisest decision to block and delay time. If all the reserves were thrown into battle, their casualties would surely increase.

Once the casualties reach a certain level, the will to fight of the garrison troops is afraid that it will also collapse because of such huge casualties. At that time, I am afraid that their blocking line will also fall into a situation of complete collapse.

Facing Liu Nuosheng's somewhat surprised expression, Li Xiangdong looked at his watch and said with a smile: "Brigade Commander Liu, you only need to tell our reserve troops, and after the general offensive starts, just run faster for me if you want to make meritorious contributions."

Actually, we just need to hold on until now, and our mission is accomplished. Now the 10th Division of the Japanese Army, which is attacking us, has entered our encirclement. Whether they can survive tonight is a question worth considering. ”

'What? Total attack? Do we still have reinforcements? ’

'What do you say?' I haven't said it before, but I'm afraid of leaking the news in advance. Now that the general attack is less than ten minutes away, it doesn't matter if you say it. All I can say is that the little devil is done this time. ’

Looking at the high-spirited Li Xiangdong, Liu Nuosheng, as the commander of the garrison brigade, had a confused expression on his face. But in the end, he said, "General Li, you mean that we ambushed a large army outside the city?" But as far as I know, there are no troops coming over in the end? ”

'Liu Nuosheng, haven't you always been curious before, why did our main force enter Huaibin so quickly? In fact, the reason is very simple, our regiment has long been lurking in Huaibin. It was only in order to lure the little devil into the trap that he was specially transferred to the city to garrison.

If we don't come, I'm afraid that before the main force of the Little Devil Division arrives, many of you will feel that you can't hold Huaibin. In this way, once you retreat on all fronts, the little devils will definitely not attack Huaibin and will start a pursuit.

Now our mission has been completed, and the 10th Division of the Japanese Army that attacked this time has all been stationed outside Huaibin City. And our army has tightened its pockets. When the general offensive starts, it will be time for us to encircle and suppress the little devils.

Didn't you say before that you hoped to have the opportunity to participate in the war as the main force? Then this is an opportunity, as long as this counterattack is fought well, I will apply to Commander Li Zongren in the theater to reorganize you into an independent combat brigade.

If you want to get the number of the main force, you also need to have combat merits. In short, this time we are here to supervise you in the war of resistance. As for how this battle will be fought in the end, it's up to you. ’

After saying these words with a smile, Liu Nuosheng undoubtedly looked very excited, but he still said: "General Li, how many troops have we deployed outside the city?" The little devil has a division this time, and he wants to solve them in one night, but I'm afraid it's not easy, right? ”

'Brigade Commander Liu, have you heard of the Independent Division of the Eighth Route Army? ’

After a few days of cooperation, Li Xiangdong felt that Liu Nuosheng didn't seem to have much of a good impression of the Central Army. Although there are some problems that some officers of the Central Army have, on the whole, this is a good soldier.

If they can win them over, Li Xiangdong feels that it will also be beneficial for them to establish a base in Hubei, Henan, and Anhui in the future. Not to mention letting them fall to the Eighth Route Army, at least let them be neutral in the future treatment of the Eighth Route Army.

'Heard! Now who hasn't heard of the Independent Division of the Eighth Route Army! They eliminated two little devils into a formed division, and even captured two live little devil major generals. What General Li means is that outside the city is an independent division of the Eighth Route Army, so you? ’

As the commander of a garrison brigade, Liu Nuosheng is naturally not a fool. Before Li Xiangdong and them were stationed in Huaibin, Liu Nuosheng felt that this supervision group wearing the uniform of the Central Army looked a little different from the Central Army he knew.

Thinking of what Li Xiangdong said earlier, they were actually already in Huaibin. And the troops surrounding the Little Devil Division at this moment are the independent divisions of the Eighth Route Army, which are famous throughout the country. As long as you are not stupid, you know that the major general in front of you must be from the Eighth Route Army.

Shocked that the Eighth Route Army's secrecy work was done so strictly, Liu Nuosheng admired these Eighth Route Army even more, and he didn't reveal any rumors. If Li Xiangdong didn't take the initiative to inform, I was afraid that Liu Nuosheng wouldn't dare to dream that the theater supervision group would be the Eighth Route Army.

Looking at Liu Nuosheng's shocked expression, Li Xiangdong nodded with a smile and said, "I concealed my identity before, and I hope Brigade Commander Liu will forgive me!" I believe that Brigade Commander Liu also knows that the spy activities of the little devils are very frequent, and we have to hide something.

To be precise, we are a unit of the new 67th Army of the Eighth Route Army, and I am Li Xiangdong, the commander of the 108th Brigade of the new 67th Army. This position is also appointed by Chairman Chiang, and our identity is also real.

Okay, there's not much time, I hope Brigade Commander Liu will prepare! After this battle, we will definitely leave, and the future defense in the direction of Huaibin will be handed over to Brigade Commander Liu. What kind of battle can be fought depends on Brigade Commander Liu! ”

'How dare you! How dare you! Please rest assured General Li, we will fight well. It would be a shame if this kind of battle was not fought well! ’

Liu Nuosheng, who can feel Li Xiangdong's friendship, is not a fool. In his opinion, most of Henan's current situation has fallen, and it is really unknown who will have the final say in the Central Plains battlefield in the future. At this time, isn't it stupid to offend the Eighth Route Army? (To be continued.) )