"Crunch! Crunch! "The tank's tracks ran over the ground and made that tooth-sore sound.

"Help me, I don't want to die!" A Japanese soldier who had been hit in the foot by a bullet crawled on the ground, looking at the tanks that were getting closer and closer to him, his eyes full of fear. He shouted for help to his comrades. However, at this time, everyone was busy running for their lives, and no one was going to save him at all.

"No!" In the midst of the Japanese soldier's screams of terror, the tank's tracks crushed him. His screams also stopped abruptly. After the tank's tracks ran over, the Japanese soldier was no longer human, and was directly crushed into meat sauce. On the tracks of the tank, there were debris of limbs, and blood was wrapped around the tracks.

"Da Da Da!" The machine guns on the tank continued to strafe, and the Japanese troops who fled in embarrassment were constantly knocked down.

This night attack by the Japanese army became a joke entirely. The tank units of the Imperial Army were easily routed by them. Not only that, but the Imperial Army seized this good opportunity and would not let them go easily.

Major General Li Zhenwu had already given the order, and the 2nd Light Tank Battalion launched an attack and crushed the main force of the Japanese army in one fell swoop. In order to cooperate with the tank troops, all three infantry regiments of the 1st Infantry Division were drawn out and followed behind the tanks. As for the defense of Okawa City, it was entrusted to the Marine Corps and the 31st Infantry Division.

The tank units of the Imperial Army continued to attack, even in the dark, but the headlights of the tanks clearly illuminated the figures of those Japanese officers and soldiers. The tanks of the Imperial Army could use this to rain their fire on these Japanese troops and slaughter them.

The 14th Infantry Wing of the Japanese Army suffered heavy losses. In the face of the attack of the armored forces of the Imperial Army, they were simply powerless to fight back. The weapons in their hands do not pose any threat to these steel behemoths. And these steel behemoths. But it can easily take their lives.

Although, the Japanese soldiers were very brave. However, at this time, they were still afraid in the face of an opponent who was impossible to defeat. In a panic, they fled. But even if it's an escape. They also could not outrun the tanks, but were caught up by the tanks and killed with machine guns, or simply crushed to death with tracks. The officers and men of the Imperial Army, following behind the tanks to attack, were just picking up cheap. Occasionally take out Japanese troops who are missed by tanks, while also providing protection for the side rear of the tanks.

On the Japanese position, Senior General Kojiro Uchiyama, Lieutenant General Isomura, and Lieutenant General Tsunesaburo Takegami were already dumbfounded. They didn't expect it at all. That's what happened. The night attack of the heroic Japanese Army was about to succeed. However, at the last moment, a reversal occurred. The Imperial Army dispatched armored units to easily crush the Japanese onslaught and launch a counterattack. In the face of the surprise attack of the armored forces of the Imperial Army, the Japanese army seemed to have no resistance at all.

"What's that? The 14th Infantry Wing was easily defeated. Lieutenant General Isomura muttered. He seemed completely unable to believe what was in front of him. Why is it looking like victory? But what about failure in the blink of an eye?

"Chariots! It was the chariot of the Chinese people. They actually deployed combat vehicles on their positions. Damn the Shina people, they are despicable and shameless! Admiral Kojiro Uchiyama roared angrily.

"Chariots? Is it the kind of weapons that the armies of the European and American powers are generally equipped with? Lieutenant General Tsunesaburo Takegami asked.

"Yes. Chariot. Britain, France, and the United States also provided us with a batch of tanks. However, we are not optimistic. Therefore, although two tank brigades were formed, they were both deployed in Tokyo. Admiral Kojiro Uchiyama sighed. It dawned on him that their perception seemed to be wrong. The chariot they don't look down on seems to have great power!

"Your Excellency, Commander. What do we do now? The 14th Infantry Wing has already been defeated, they are in a rout. The people of China are in pursuit, what should we do? Lieutenant General Isomura asked.

A trace of disappointment flashed in the eyes of General Kojiro Uchiyama, and finally said, "Order the troops to retreat." We simply have no way to resist the chariot forces of the China. ”

Although, after missing this opportunity. It is already very difficult for them to defeat the Chinese* army. However, General Kojiro Uchiyama knew that if he didn't leave, they would pay a greater price once the Chinese army caught up.

It's just that the order for General Kojiro Uchiyama to retreat was given too late. The Japanese army rushed to the road, basically relying on their legs. The Reich Army's No. 2 tank was capable of reaching speeds of up to 10 kilometers per hour even off-road. And, unless it breaks down, the tank will be able to keep running. Unlike people who get tired quickly.

This made it impossible for the Japanese to escape the pursuit of the Imperial Army. The 2nd Light Tank Battalion of the Imperial Army easily caught up with the fleeing Japanese troops. Especially those artillery, baggage troops, etc., they carried a large amount of weapons, equipment and materials, and they could not escape much at all, and they were easily caught up by the tank units of the Imperial Army. In the face of the strafing fire of the tanks of the Imperial Army, these Japanese troops could only throw away these weapons and baggage and flee. However, many more were killed under the attack of the tank units of the Imperial Army.

The No. 2 tank of the Imperial Army, although the performance is not as good as the No. 3 tank. However, in the face of these Japanese troops, which did not have specialized anti-tank weapons, it was completely invincible. Constantly Japanese soldiers were caught up and killed. Or be surrounded and annihilated by the Imperial Army that arrives later.

The Japanese army had more than 40,000 troops, and in addition to the losses during the day, there were more than 30,000 people. However, with the cooperation of the tank units and infantry of the Imperial Army, these Japanese troops paid an extremely heavy price.

After daybreak, the 1st Light Tank Battalion of the 2nd Armored Brigade of the Imperial Army stopped the pursuit. It's not that they don't want to continue the attack, it's that there is not much ammunition and fuel left in the tank. If you run out of bullets and run out of fuel, then these tanks will become a pile of scrap metal and will not be of any use.

In addition, the pursuit of the Imperial Army is also approaching Kurume. This was the focus of the Japanese defense, and even the tank units of the Imperial Army did not dare to attack easily without all preparations. In urban street fighting, tanks are also extremely easy to destroy. Especially this rudimentary light tank. Defense is already terrible. Even cluster grenades are capable of blowing up its weak top armor. The flank and rear armor were also very weak and could not withstand those attacks at all.

What's more, after a night of fighting, the officers and men of the Imperial Army were already very tired. They need to get some rest, too.

However, for this counterattack, Major General Li Zhenwu is still very satisfied. In this counterattack, the remnants of the 12th and 18th Divisions of the Japanese Army were defeated in one fell swoop. At least more than 10,000 Japanese soldiers were killed and wounded, and several thousand more were taken prisoner. Although, the Japanese army's will to fight is very strong, and it will not surrender easily. However, in last night's battle, those Japanese soldiers were already frightened. In the absence of a choice, it was only possible to surrender to the Imperial Army.

If you count the Japanese soldiers who are lost, the losses of the Japanese army during the day are already counted. The total losses of the Japanese army are probably more than 20,000 people. In other words, the total strength of the Japanese army in the Kurume area was only more than 40,000 people. With the exception of one of the Ninth Division, the remaining two divisions had been crippled. Especially in the 18th Division, not only all the main infantry was wiped out, but even those auxiliary units were almost lost, and its number could be cancelled completely. The 12th Division also lost nearly half. Such losses were undoubtedly fatal for the Japanese army. The Japanese army also wanted to defeat the Chinese* army in one fell swoop at the Battle of Kurume. But now it seems that their chances of winning are very small.

Kurume, General Uchiyama Kojiro led less than 20,000 remnants of the defeated army and fled back here. General Mitsutomi Kamio, who stayed behind in Kurume, looked at the Japanese army with heavy losses in amazement. In his opinion, it is impossible for the Japanese army to suffer such heavy losses no matter what. Even if you don't defeat the Imperial Army, destroy those pontoon bridges. However, in the case of absolute superiority in troops, it is not right to be defeated by the Imperial Army. However, the reality is in front of him, and he can't be allowed not to believe it!

"Uchiyama-kun, what the hell is going on? How could we have lost so badly? Admiral Kamio Mitsutomi asked.

"Kamio-kun, the Shina people launched a counterattack last night. In the counterattack, they used chariot troops. Our warriors simply cannot deal with the chariot troops of the China. So much so that our line of defense was easily torn apart by the Chinese people, and the troops suffered extremely heavy losses. General Uchiyama Kojiro said with a gloomy face. He knew that this fiasco would be a huge blow to him. I am afraid that his post as commander of the Kyushu Island Theater will be removed soon.

"Chariot troops? Damn, the people of China actually threw themselves into the chariot? A hint of fear also flashed in the eyes of Admiral Kamio Mitsutomi.

"Yes, otherwise, how could we be easily defeated? Kamio-kun, Kurume's defense is left to you. I hope you can use Kurume's fortifications to fend off the attacks of the Shina people. Admiral Kojiro Uchiyama said.

Mitsutomi Kamio nodded, he understood what Uchiyama Kojiro meant. After this fiasco, Uchiyama Kojiro will definitely be punished.

Sure enough, soon the General Staff sent a telegram dismissing Uchiyama Kojiro from his position as commander of the Kyushu Island Theater and letting Mitsutomi Kamio replace Uchiyama Kojiro. As for Kojiro Uchiyama, he was transferred back to Honshu Island. This is still because of Uchiyama's deep background, otherwise, maybe the punishment will be more serious. (To be continued.) )

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