Chapter 180 Rational Expansion of Territory

The invasion plan planned by the Kwantung Army, accompanied by three puppet Mongolian cavalry divisions, plus the Jin Sui Army's troops pointed directly at Huade and finally failed. Even if the defeat of the Suiyuan War of Resistance this time is attributed to the 35th Army of the Jin Sui Army.

But many people who know the battle array know that the reason why this Suiyuan War of Resistance was victorious. It still has a very close relationship with the Red Army's independent column's surprise attack on Bailing Temple and the end of the Japanese puppet army's headquarters there.

Looking at the recent victory of the Central Army, advocating the victory of the Suiyuan War of Resistance is more the result of the cooperation between the Central Army and the Jin Sui Army. Mao Taizu and others, who were far away in Yan'an, also gave 'hehe' as a reply to such propaganda.

On the other hand, He Zhengdao, who led the troops to join the First Division, listened to the complaints of Zhang Cheng and others, and said with a smile: "The gun shot the first bird, as long as someone knows that our Red Army participated in this war of resistance, then our trip will not be in vain."

The common people are ignorant of the military affairs, or they will be agitated by their series of propaganda. I think they should know all the warlords who know about the war, including the Jin Sui army. This time they were able to play so smoothly, who should be most thankful.

Although our Red Army is not weak at present, we are still inferior to the Kwantung Army of the little devils. These days, you should feel the threat of the little devil plane overhead, right?

Through this battle, we were able to arouse the enthusiasm of the people for the war of resistance, which proved that our actions were not in vain. What's more, this time our troops entered Suixi and captured a large number of urgently needed materials and ammunition, which has actually made a lot of money.

What we have to do now is to 'go away with our clothes and hide our body and name'. Now the Central Army is with the Jin Sui Army. Take the benefits of the victory of the Suiyuan Anti-Japanese War, and they will know in the future. The consequences of this kind of fame have come to them. ”

Listening to He Zhengdao's words, Zhang Cheng thought for a while and said, "Commander." You mean, the little devils will take revenge? ”

'I've told you a lot about the urine sex of the little devil. Don't look at the current little devil has retreated eastward, but you are also the main division commander of the Red Army, you should know the importance of Suiyuan. Do you think the little devil will die?

The temporary retreat does not mean that the little devil is really afraid of the Jin Sui army. Instead, they just wait for a more opportune moment to make a comeback. And this time the Jin Sui army can fight so smoothly, is it really fighting against the elite of the little devils?

Ask Li Xiangdong. Who finally discovered the night attack of our Bailing Temple this time. In the final attack, it was those men who caused hundreds of casualties to our attacking troops. Look down on these little devils, sooner or later they will have a lot of hard work. ’

Thinking of the all-out war of resistance that will break out tomorrow, Suiyuan, which is now controlled by the Jin Sui army, will also fall. He Zhengdao knew better that in addition to reaping some benefits, the independent column sent troops this time to plant a nail here.

When leading the convoy to return to Yulin with the main force of the 1st Division, the 1st Division had a main force regiment plus a cavalry brigade. stayed. According to He Zhengdao's report to the General Headquarters for approval, the Suixi Military Sub-district was established.

The area under the control of this military sub-region is more controlled within the territory of Ordos. For Ho Zhengdao, the formation of these military subdivisions. It is also to prepare for the recovery of Baotou and even Guisui in the future.

Since he knew about the Suiyuan War of Resistance, Lao Jiang would not give him any commendation order. Then He Zhengdao will occupy this place where the current strength of the Central Army and the Jin Sui Army is not strong.

Do so. In addition to obtaining a piece of territory, it can also act as a defensive barrier for the Yulin Military Division. At least for Ma Jiajun, who controls Ningxia. They need to defend in a lot more directions.

In addition to this, there is this Suixi Military Division. He Zhengdao had the territory and training ground to expand the cavalry. In his opinion, the role of cavalry in the future is still not small. However, the territory of Yulin is somewhat unsuitable for the training and formation of cavalry.

In contrast, the territory of Ordos, which is now under de facto control, is suitable for the expansion of cavalry units. At present, the nearly 8,000 officers and men who remain in Ordos are sufficient to deal with some unexpected situations. He Zhengdao is still very confident in his own troops.

With the existence of such a force, at least in the current situation where the Jin Sui army is too busy to take care of itself, it is undoubtedly unwise to provoke He Zhengdao's independent column. Morally speaking, He Zhengdao is not a land grabber with them.

At present, Tonggelang, where the Suixi Military Division is stationed, has become an enclave of Yulin Shenmu in the 12th year of the Republic of China. To be precise, before He Zhengdao sent troops to station, this territory was actually the defense area of the 86th Division.

It was not occupied before, and that was because the 86th Division was still there. Now that the 86th Division has been absorbed by the independent column, isn't it normal to regain the area controlled by the 86th Division?

In Ho's words, this is called 'reasonable' expansion of territory. Although this place is a bit poor, the poorer the place, the more conducive it is actually to the management of the Red Army. It is even possible to resettle migrants here in the future.

The establishment of the Suixi Military Division, coupled with the arrival of the government of the Suixi Border District. Seeing that the Jin Sui army was defending more in the eastern direction of Mengdong, He Zhengdao was also happy to pretend to be confused, and returned to Yulin City with the loot and more than a dozen captured Japanese cars.

For this kind of oil-drinking car, many people in Yulin feel rare. But only He Zhengdao knew that in order to transport these cars back, the garrisons along the way had to build roads for a month, so that the cars could be driven back!

However, for He Zhengdao, building a highway that can quickly enter Suixi will not only help expand the trade route, but also help to quickly send troops in wartime in the future. At least after this road is completed, both infantry and cavalry can quickly reinforce Suixi.

In addition to investing some manpower, material resources and explosives, in fact, the independent column did not pay much price. Even for the government of the border region, they are very supportive of the widening and leveling of this highway.

At present, the highway from Yulin to Yan'an is actually in the process of being repaired. On the matter of building roads, He Zhengdao's suggestion to the headquarters was to ensure that there should be at least one main road that could directly reach the capital of each military sub-district.

As soon as He Zhengdao returned to Yulin City, he saw the Red Army triumvirate who appeared in the greeting procession. He Zhengdao, who hurriedly jumped out of the car, saluted: "Commissar Mao, Commander-in-Chief, Vice Chairman Zhou, why are you here?" ”

'What? Can't come? ’

'What about that!' Commissar, you're too unkind, and you don't tell me in advance. ’

Looking at He Zhengdao, who was pretending to be sincerely afraid, Mao Taizu also scolded with a smile: "You kid, don't pretend!" This time, you did a very good job in Suixi, and you also justified our Red Army's resistance against Japan. But you kid, and you're in danger yourself, shouldn't you explain it? ”

'Ahh Commissar Mao, wasn't the situation urgent at that time! Moreover, I am more aware of the situation, so naturally it is not good to stay in the rear. Besides, as you know, I laid down the Bailing Temple and withdrew without staying long. What's the danger of that! ’

I'll tell you about that later! Let's go to the city! This time, we came here to welcome you, a great hero, and secondly, to see the development of Yulin during this time. Speaking of which, you've developed more generously here than your headquarters. ’

That's also the leadership of the headquarters leaders! ’

After chatting a few words at the gate of the city, He Zhengdao also accompanied the three leaders who greeted him personally, and soon came to the headquarters of the column in the military camp in the city. At this time, the materials towed on the car were also moved down one after another.

Looking at the artillery that was pulled into the barracks, Mr. Zhu, who was the commander-in-chief of the Red Army, was full of joy and said: "This is the mountain artillery of the little devil, right?" Good guys, this time our Red Army finally has mountain artillery. ”

In the face of Mr. Zhu's joy, Mao Taizu and Zhou Enlai, who were standing next to him, also knew the role of artillery in the Red Army. Even at present, all corps are equipped with a certain number of artillery, but they are all mortars.

Similar to this mountain artillery, this is really the first time that such a large number of pieces have been captured. Even in He Zhengdao's opinion, these twelve 75mm mountain guns are only enough to form a mountain artillery company. But in the eyes of Mr. Zhu and others, this is still worth being happy about!

'Commander-in-Chief has a good eye, this is the Meiji 41 75mm mountain cannon of the little devil, and it is also the most equipped artillery of the infantry wing and field division of the little devil at present. This is also what we captured in the Battle of Bailing Temple.

This mountain cannon is very lightweight, and can be pulled by a pack horse. It's a pity that not a lot of shells were captured this time. Before there were enough shells, the shells we captured were also fired one shot less.

However, with these twelve mountain guns, the artillery regiment of the independent column will only look like a little. The mountain guns that were discarded during the Long March were still slightly inferior in performance compared to these artillery.

Although we do not have the conditions to produce artillery at the moment, I hope that the headquarters will keep this batch of artillery in Yulin. I plan to let the technicians of the arsenal thoroughly understand the construction of this artillery.

As soon as there are conditions in the future, perhaps the imitation artillery will also be installed in our troops one after another. If the headquarters needs to train artillery with this artillery, I can hand over two of them to the headquarters. Commander-in-Chief, is that okay? ’

As the commander of the column, He Zhengdao knew very well that there were really not many heavy weapons in the headquarters at present. A mountain cannon like this, if there is a legion of them, they will smile. What's more, these guns are enough to equip a battery of guns!

Looking at He Zhengdao, who was sore and cautious, Mr. Zhu really wanted to pull this batch of artillery back. But he also knew that this was a weapon seized by the independent column. For the benefits of mountain artillery, I believe He Zhengdao is also very clear.

With such a mountain artillery company, it can also have a certain artillery combat strength when attacking or defending in the future. At least when dealing with the Central Army and the Jin Sui Army, the role that these mountain artillery can play is incomparable with mortars.

Hearing that He Zhengdao was willing to hand over the two doors, Mr. Zhu also smiled and said: "Lao Mao, they all say that our Commander He is generous." When I saw him today, he also had something he was reluctant to give! Okay, two guns are two, but some shells will be given to the headquarters when the time comes. ”

'Good! Thank you, Commander-in-Chief! ’

In fact, Zhu Definition, who has been guarding these mountain artillery, is the one who really breathes a sigh of relief. If the headquarters really wants to receive this batch of mountain artillery, then he will probably be the most depressed person! (To be continued.) )