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Although for the new 67th Army, it is possible that it will be sent to Wuhan to participate in the battle is speculation. But after thinking about it, He Zhengdao also felt that even if he wanted to attack the Northeast, it was necessary to endure it for a while.

As a turning point in the War of Resistance Against Japan, the Battle of Wuhan ended in failure. But after the end of this battle, the illusion of the Japanese army about solving the Chinese anti-Japanese war forces in a short time was also completely broken.

In the eyes of many people in later generations, after the Battle of Wuhan, the invading Japanese army that ignited the flames of war everywhere seemed to occupy many important cities. But in fact, they have also begun to shift from strategic offensive to strategic conservative.

It was also this general battle that made many Japanese soldiers see that in the rear they had occupied, a large number of anti-Japanese armed forces had grown, and a large area of the country had actually been recovered by the anti-Japanese forces.

To describe it in a later sentence, it may be said that the Japanese army really felt that 'the steps were too big and they were pulling the eggs' at this time.

If the Central Army really wants to transfer the Eighth Route Army south to participate in the Battle of Wuhan, then the Eighth Route Army can also take the opportunity to put forward some conditions. At least with the help of this opportunity, it is still very possible to expand the troops to the Hubei region.

If we can gain a firm foothold in Hubei, we will be able to unite with the guerrillas operating in Jiangxi, Henan, and Anhui in the future. This can be regarded as a nail that has been pierced into the inherent territory of the Central Army, and can even echo with the New Fourth Army.

It was with these factors in mind that He Zhengdao felt that it was still possible to put the strategic focus on preparing for the Battle of Wuhan. At least judging from the current situation, the time is not yet ripe for the Eighth Route Army to recover North China.

Even North China was not recovered, so he went to consider the matter of recovering the Northeast, and He Zhengdao also felt that it was a little too whimsical. At this time, if you want to come to the Eighth Route Army, you still need to develop in a low-key manner and concentrate on cultivating 'internal strength'.

With the Yellow River bursting its banks and being diverted, Zhengzhou, which was already precarious, suddenly became safe. The Central Army, which had previously contracted its defense, also began to encircle and suppress the Tufeiyuan Division along the surging Yellow River under the orders of Lao Chiang.

Accompanied by a telegram from the Central Army, the Yellow River burst its banks were caused by the bombing of the Japanese army, which naturally aroused the indignation of the whole people. The flooding of the Yellow River itself is a headache for all dynasties.

And this time, under the propaganda of the Central Army, in order to combat the bombardment strategy implemented by the Central Army, the little devils finally blew up the Yellow River embankment near the mouth of the garden, causing the Yellow River to instantly turn to wash the rural homes of the downstream people.

In the face of the telegram sent by the Central Army, the Eighth Route Army, which was also investigating the cause of the incident, immediately issued a telegram condemning the atrocities of the Japanese army. At the same time, it was announced that every effort would be made to help the refugees affected by the disaster.

As for the Japanese army, it is natural that they will not admit it in the face of such accusations. It's a pity that before the truth of this matter is made public, the Japanese army must be responsible for blowing up the Yellow River embankment.

When the Eighth Route Army began to be busy helping the victims, the Japanese army, which originally wanted to capture Zhengzhou and threaten Wuhan, finally had to temporarily abandon this plan. It can be said that at this point, the Battle of Xuzhou can also be officially over.

The Japanese army, which also needed time to recuperate, also began to arrange troops for the Battle of Wuhan. At this time, He Zhengdao, who accompanied Luo Ruiqing to inspect the garrison troops in the base area and inspect the competition of the garrison troops, felt that he should make arrangements as soon as possible.

After returning to Yulin, he summoned political commissar Xiao Jinguang and political director Luo Nonghuan to hold a temporary military meeting and said: "In view of the fact that the Battle of Xuzhou has ended, the Japanese army and the Central Army have also begun to arrange troops in Wuhan.

From what we know about the movement of Japanese troops, we can roughly infer that the Japanese army will adopt the tactics of attacking and encircling Wuhan to force it into Wuhan. This means that the Battle of Wuhan will not only be fought in Hubei, but Jiangxi, Henan, and Anhui will all be reduced to war zones.

If the Central Army really intends to transfer us to participate in the Battle of Wuhan at that time, then the theater we are most likely to enter should be the Hubei Theater. As a unit to defend Wuhan, participate in this general battle.

When I was inspecting the troops, I also discussed with the chief of staff, and I felt that under such circumstances, a small elite unit should be sent into Hubei ahead of schedule. Even if the Central Army may not transfer us over, it will also send some eyeliners over. ”

As an important military town in Central China, the importance of Wuhan is self-evident. If the Japanese army occupies Wuhan, it will also form an effective blockade for the Chongqing government, which is temporarily sheltering in the southwest. Even if conditions permit, the Japanese army will wait for an opportunity to attack the southwest.

However, the terrain of the land of Sichuan and Shu is easy to defend and difficult to attack, which will also cause major troubles to the Japanese army's large-scale attack. It can be said that if the Japanese army wants to attack Chongqing, the price they will pay may be beyond their imagination.

In this case, taking Wuhan to open the southern gate of Chongqing was also very important to the Japanese army. Even if it could not attack Chongqing, it would also make the Japanese offensive front advance under the nose of the national government and form an effective deterrent to it.

Listening to He Zhengdao's words, Xiao Jinguang said in a timely manner: "At this time, I am afraid that a large number of troops of the Central Army have been assembled in Hubei. If we send troops over, will it be in trouble if they know about it? ”

For such worries, He Zhengdao smiled and said: "There is such a possibility! So, I'm going to send an elite squad over. In addition to sending a Saber special operations unit, some more troops were drawn from the reconnaissance brigade.

After these troops passed, in addition to being able to understand the battlefield situation for the large troops, they could also reconnoiter the offensive of the Central Army and the Japanese army and their deployment in advance. With such a detachment inside, we can also be prepared for the situation at the front.

Even if my guess was wrong in the end, the Central Army would not transfer us to participate in the battle. The commissar should also know that it is also very advantageous for us to know about the situation on the battlefield there. Not to mention that guerrilla warfare itself is our strong point. ”

In the face of He Zhengdao's explanation, political director Luo Nonghuan thought for a while and said: "Army commander, sending a small detachment over is indeed conducive to us grasping the situation on the battlefield in advance. But what about the logistics of the troops? It's not enemy-occupied territory! ”

When marching and fighting, logistics support is a very important factor. It is not an enemy-occupied area, which means that the small detachment in the past will have a very difficult time getting supplies and supplies. Now is the period of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, and we must not fight the autumn wind of the Central Army.

As for the Japanese army, it is believed that it will not be able to attack the territory of Hubei in a short time. This means that the combat detachments that entered Hubei ahead of schedule are a problem worth considering in terms of food alone.

"Director, although Hubei is now a war zone, it is not even an enemy war zone. But I'm sure there won't be a shortage of bandits, right? In addition, the Sabre Special Combat Team has also had professional training in surviving in the wild.

Even if it is a reconnaissance brigade, in the process of organizing troop training, we also have the item of survival in the wilderness. Hubei is mountainous and has many lakes. Just find a secret base and trust them to stay there. ’

'And where did the commander choose?' ’

'Dabie Mountain area! ’

With He Zhengdao drawing a small circle on the map, Luo Nonghuan also felt that this was a good place. The Dabie Mountain area, which connects the three provinces, is also the area where the Japanese army must attack this time.

Of course, in this area, the Central Army will also send a large number of troops to block it. On the other hand, this place is also very troubled. Many bandits who occupy the mountains have always regarded this place as their feng shui treasure.

Even at this time, no bandits dared to mess around. But there are always some bandits who make a fortune, relying on their understanding of the local terrain and continuing to do their business. If there are bandits, it means that there is a target to fight.

After listening to He Zhengdao's analysis, Luo Ruiqing, as the chief of staff, also said in a timely manner: "On the way back before, after some discussion with the army commander, I felt that the Dabie Mountain area was a suitable place to form a base area.

Although there at the moment, our forces are not strong. But our underground party organization, as well as some small guerrilla units, operate there. If we can send elite troops over, it will also help strengthen the military struggle there.

Even if the current situation is not the same as before, it is necessary to increase our power there. If we can gain a foothold there, it will also be of great help to us in integrating the anti-war forces in the south in the future.

It's just that the development there had to be carried out in secret without the entry of our army. Although many guerrilla units operating in the south were integrated into the New Fourth Army before the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, small groups of guerrillas still existed.

I think those comrades should also be eagerly looking forward to the return of the main force. As long as our activities there are highly secretive and carried out in a way that cooperates with the War of Resistance Against Japan, I believe that the Central Army will be annoyed and will not be able to say anything. ”

As this battle plan was reported to the Central Committee and the Eighth Route Army Headquarters, Mao Taizu and Mr. Zhu felt that it was necessary after discussion. There are some things, even if they don't say it directly, both of them know that this move can be played in advance.

If the Eighth Route Army can establish a solid base in the Dabie Mountain area, it will naturally play a great role in resisting the Japanese army invading Wuhan. On the other hand, it is also beneficial to focus on the future.

Even if Mr. Zhu saw this overall battle plan, he was also very satisfied and said: "It seems that this kid likes to focus on the future in everything he does." If this move is played well, it will bring us endless benefits! ”

In fact, for He Zhengdao, he only advanced the time for the Eighth Route Army to advance into Dabie Mountain by a few years. If a solid base can be established in Dabie Mountain, even if the Central Army tears up the agreement on a unified war of resistance in the future, it will not be too passive.

With such a base area, the Eighth Route Army will be able to directly enter Hubei from Shaanxi in the future. Even if the Central Army returns to Nanjing in the future, with this forward position, it will also provide strong support and guarantee for the Eighth Route Army to march into the south.

The so-called 'focus on the future' is nothing more than considering the problem from a historical perspective. In fact, He Zhengdao also knows very well that he can have a large situation today, and it is all due to the prophetic aura that the traverser brings! (To be continued.) )