Brigadier Zhao Yunxiang yelled on the other end of the phone: "What assistance do you want?" The artillery can't move yet! ”

Battalion Commander Kang Jianfei said: "Brigade seat, I don't want artillery, you can let the sniper company shoot!" Distract the devil! ”

Brigade Commander Zhao said angrily: "If you have it, I won't use it a long time ago?" ”

Camp Commander Kang was a little flustered, and said anxiously: "What should I do then?" Brigade, we'll be exposed as soon as we do it! ”

Deputy Brigade Commander Huang suggested on the side: "Brigade seat, why don't you let the troops lurking in Xue Guozhuang Village and Nancao Village do it!" "Xueguozhuang Village is about 800 meters away from the Guannan position, and Nancao Village is about 900 meters away, both of which are within the effective range of heavy machine guns.

Brigade Commander Zhao waved his hand and said, "No! To cover one position, expose two? ”

Deputy Brigade Commander Huang said: "You can't say that, the Guannan position is more important than all the positions combined. If you lose it, all tactical intentions will not be realized. ”

Brigade Commander Zhao thought for a moment and said, "Okay, then do as you say!" So while asking Kang Jianfei not to be in a hurry, he hurriedly issued combat orders to the third battalion of Xue Guozhuang Village and the fifth battalion of Nancao Village.

At this time, the Japanese search detachment was already only a few steps away from the lurking position of the first squad. The fighters pulled out their pistols and clinged to the trenches, just waiting for the squad leader to give the order. But the squad leader didn't receive a signal from the company, so he could only do it in a hurry.

At this moment, a Japanese soldier suddenly used a bayonet to pick open the camouflage net on the trench and shouted at his teammates: "Hey, come here!" Here are the fortifications of the China! ”

The squad leader with the sun flag on his gun came over. After observing it for a while, he said, "There are no fresh traces, it should have been repaired a few days ago." Then he said to his subordinates, "Don't huddle together, but search me carefully!" ”

Several Japanese soldiers with rifles stabbed into the trenches, and they were about to stab the soldiers. One of the Japanese soldiers suddenly saw a pair of big feet in the trench and screamed in shock.

Seeing that his whereabouts had been exposed, the squad leader hurriedly shouted: "Fight with the devil!" ”

Da Da Da ...... Without waiting for the fighters to make a move, the heavy machine guns of the 3rd and 4th battalions finally came into play. A dense rain of bullets blew across the position like the wind, and the Japanese troops who were caught off guard were swept down to the edge of the trenches like wheat. A few of them did not lose their breath for a while, lying in a pool of blood screaming miserably, which sounded very infiltrating.

"Yaga! Attack them. Destroy them! Masao Okamoto was so angry that he scolded. The inside of his eyes was eager to breathe fire.

Staff officer Ogasawara hurriedly said: "Your Excellency Shaozuo, do you want to use the artillery of our headquarters?" The great cunning of the people of the China is afraid that it will be too late to inform the artillery on the south bank! ”

The artillery on the south bank is strong, but if you want to ask for artillery support, you have to ask for instructions. It is also necessary to report back the target of the shooting. It takes a long time. One comes and goes. The 33 Brigade had already shifted its positions, and the mortar units like the previous ones managed to withdraw after launching a surprise attack.

If you want to move quickly, you can only use the artillery directly under the Okamoto brigade, including two mountain guns, two infantry guns and four mortars. But once they show up. There is a danger of being targeted by the artillery of the 97th Army. It was not easy to transport artillery across the river, so Okamoto never dared to engage in an artillery battle with the 33rd Brigade.

At this time, Okamoto was already stunned, and said in a loud voice: "Yo Xi! Let the people of China see the real artillery, the real artillery! ”

"Quick, hurry up!" After each machine gun squad finished fighting, they raised their machine guns and ran, for fear that they would slow down and be bombarded by devils. Fortunately, the traffic trenches are ready-made, and they can be withdrawn if they are withdrawn.

Boom Boom Boom ...... The Japanese artillery was indeed very powerful, and as soon as the soldiers walked on the front foot, the shell smashed on the back foot. Several fighters who were left behind were unfortunately affected by shrapnel and fell in pools of blood screaming.

Brigade Commander Zhao Yunxiang was surprised and delighted, and shouted: "The artillery on the north bank of the devil has moved, quickly, notify the artillery to kill them!" ”

When the news reached the headquarters of the 97th Army, Chief of Staff Zhou did not dare to be proficient, and hurriedly asked Zheng Huzi for instructions: "Military seat, the 33rd Brigade requests to send artillery, you see? ”

Zheng Weiguo thought for a moment and said, "Fight!" This is a rare opportunity and cannot be missed. You tell Director Guo that except for the field artillery, everything else can be moved! ”

Although it is very likely that the artillery on the north bank will provoke the Japanese heavy artillery units on the south bank, it is generally beneficial to our side. Judging from the current situation of friend and foe, it is impossible for the Japanese heavy artillery wing to stay near the ferry all the time. Taking a step back, even if they stayed at the ferry and didn't leave, it would be a powerful support for the other battlefields of the national army.

The order was sent to the artillery headquarters, and Director Guo personally commanded it, and quickly dispatched a mountain artillery company, an infantry artillery company, and several mortar batteries to launch a counterattack. As for the field artillery units, they did not dare to use them because the speed of entry and withdrawal from the positions was too slow.

The Japanese were also rapidly shifting their positions after the shelling, but they did not expect the counterattack of the 97th Army to be so fast. Before they could evacuate, several artillery crews were subjected to heavy bombardment, especially the two mountain guns, one of which was completely destroyed, and the other was also seriously damaged and could not be used for a short time.

Watching the shells accurately hit the Japanese positions, the artillery observers cheered with joy. The commander of the mountain artillery company looked excited and said, "Director, how is the effect of the shelling?" Is there a mountain cannon that destroys the devil? ”

Director Guo put down the binoculars and said flatly: "I can't see it now, let's withdraw first, and turn back and let the scouts come closer to observe." ”

As soon as several companies of artillery withdrew from their positions, the shells of the Japanese counterattack smashed over. Director Guo glanced back and said, "This is a 75 field cannon!" ”

The commander of the mountain artillery company said: "That's right, watching the ballistics is this kind of fun!" The devil's artillery is really not bad, and it hits so accurately across a river! ”

Director Guo smiled and said, "As long as you practice according to my method, you will definitely be more accurate than the devil in the future!" ”

The commander of the mountain artillery company smiled and said, "That's it, it doesn't depend on who taught us!" ”

After joking for a while, Director Guo suddenly frowned and said, "Hey, have you noticed that you haven't seen the devil dispatch field heavy artillery for a long time!" ”

The commander of the mountain artillery company nodded and said, "It seems to be." In addition to the 75 field artillery support scene, the 105 cannon and the 150 howitzer are gone. ”

Director Guo said: "Well, contact the military department immediately, I suspect that the heavy artillery units of the Japanese army have been withdrawn!" ”

The mountain artillery company was overjoyed and said, "Withdrawn? Then we can't have an artillery battle with the devils! "The power and range of field heavy artillery have been hanging over the hearts of artillerymen like a cloud. This kind of unbearable and unbeatable predicament makes them feel very powerless and resentful.

Director Guo waved his hand and said: "It's not time yet, our field artillery unit has just been established, and one-on-one is not the opponent of devils." Besides, the devils have observation points on the north shore, as well as tethered sounding balloons. We don't have anything. How dare you fight with them? ”

The commander of the mountain artillery company sighed and said, "Ahem, when will our artillery be able to fight the devil openly!" It's always sneaky like this, and you have to transfer after a few shots. It's like a thief. It's really not exciting! ”

Director Guo smiled: "Hehe. Is there anything wrong with the big results and small costs in this way? ”

Back to the artillery command. The commanders and fighters of the field artillery unit also signed a joint petition to fight. Director Guo had the heart to refuse, but he was afraid of hurting morale, so he handed over the petition to the military headquarters of the 97th Army.

Chief of Staff Zhou smiled: "Director Guo will really transfer the contradictions, military seat, how do you think you can reply?" ”

Zheng Weiguo thought for a moment and said: "Of course the field artillery troops can't move, you tell them, if you are idle and have nothing to do, dig me another bunker!" He paused, then continued, "But we can first hit a dozen crossings to test the enemy's reaction." ”

Deputy Commander Wang was silent, and when he heard this, he hurriedly said: "Junzao, isn't it too urgent to hit the ferry now?" In my opinion, we might as well wait for the 32nd Army to recover the south bank before fighting, and then there is no threat from the Japanese army on the south bank, and we can easily take it! ”

Zheng Weiguo nodded and said, "Well, the casualties in this way are indeed much smaller, but the pressure is all transferred to the friendly army." Since we boast of our national force, how can we preserve our strength in the national war? In my opinion, it's better to fight a dozen. As soon as we hit our side, we will be able to involve a large number of Japanese troops and create an opportunity for friendly forces to divide and encircle the main force of the Japanese army! ”

Deputy Army Commander Wang's old face turned red and said, "I object! But as long as you give the order, I will resolutely carry it out! ”

Zheng Weiguo smiled helplessly and said to the other officers in the room, "What about you? ”

Chief of Staff Zhou said: "I agree with the view of the military seat! ”

Duan Shuanghu said: "Junzuo, you can give the order, we will strive to be the first to complete the task among the armies!" ”

Zhang Dongkai hesitated for a moment and said, "I also support the opinion of the military seat. He glanced at Wang Qifeng and explained: "I don't think you can underestimate the Japanese army on the north bank, although they have few troops, they are capable. Now the ferry position has been repaired and strengthened many times, and it is already a semi-permanent fortification, and its surroundings are flat and difficult to approach. Therefore, I think it is better to fight late than early, so as not to suffer when you get it. ”

Everyone nodded their heads again and again. Zheng Weiguo also glanced at Zhang Dongkai in surprise. I used to think that I was an old-school soldier, and I didn't pay much attention to it, but I didn't expect that there were still two brushes. It seems that those who can mix with high-ranking officials of the national army cannot be underestimated.

Zheng Weiguo nodded and said, "Deputy Division Commander Zhang said it well! So let's talk about how to fight this battle. ”

Chief of Staff Zhou said: "Junzuo, do you plan to take the ferry in one fell swoop, or do you want to consume the defenders' forces first?" ”

Zheng Weiguo said: "It is unlikely to be won in one fell swoop, besides, it is not yet time to fill it with human lives." ”

Chief of Staff Zhou said: "That humble post has an idea. He got up and walked to the map, pointed to Xue Guozhuang Village and Nancao Village, and said: "I suggest that for the time being, not to use the troops in the Guannan position, but to attack the Japanese troops at the ferry from both flanks in turn, consuming their ammunition and physical strength. When it was evening, the main force of a battalion was sent to enter the Guannan position and wait for an opportunity to go straight to the ferry. ”

Deputy Army Commander Wang said: "The chief of staff's opinion is good, in my opinion, the fourth battalion can also be allowed to shell the ferry crossing in Guantai Village, otherwise such a large empty space in the middle will definitely arouse the suspicion of the Japanese army." ”

Duan Shuanghu said with a smile: "Deputy seat, you don't know what to do, now the inside of Guantai Village is still as hot as an oven, Kenben doesn't dare to go in!" What's worse is that there may still be a bomb inside that hasn't exploded, what if you accidentally run into it? ”

Zheng Weiguo thought for a moment and said: "A company was transferred from the engineer battalion to cooperate with the fifth battalion to enter Guantai Village, and if the temperature was too high, water would be poured on it, and if there was a bomb, it would be cleared. We want to create a false impression for the devils to think that we are still north of Guantai Village. ”

Duan Shuanghu couldn't help but pour cold water and said, "I'm afraid this can't hide the devil." ”

Zheng Weiguo said: "I always have to give it a try, if I can occupy a foothold in Guantai Village, it will also be a support for the Guannan position." It would be better to dig the trenches all the way through, so that supplies and the wounded could be transported much more conveniently. ”

The battle plan was quickly reached by the 33rd Brigade, and Brigade Commander Zhao Yunxiang quickly conveyed orders to the battalions according to the instructions of the military headquarters. The first to do it was the third battalion located in Xue Guozhuang Village. Immediately after receiving the order, they organized crane guns and mortars to attack in the direction of the ferry, and after a while, they quickly withdrew to the fortifications.

It is only a kilometer away from Xueguozhuang Village to the ferry, which is a good place for heavy machine guns and mortars to get ahead, and there is no cover between the two places, so the Japanese troops at the ferry can scream again and again.

Before Okamoto could come to his senses, the fourth battalion stationed in Nancao Village began to relay again. They were a little farther away, but only one or two kilometers away, and they could be bombarded even with 60 guns.

After the fourth battalion finished fighting, the mortars located in the former Xinzhuang and Houxinzhuang farther north also began to exert their might. Among them, the fifth battalion also deliberately tossed around in Guantai Village, making an all-out attack.

Okamoto and Ogasawara cowered inside the fortifications, and they were both blown to the ground, so they were not embarrassed.

Ogasawara was slightly panicked and said, "Your Excellency Shaosa, it seems that the people of Shina are about to launch a strong attack!" Shall we fight back? ”

Okamoto had completely calmed down at this time and said, "The people of Shina are trying to consume our ammunition. Tell the soldiers not to shoot without absolute certainty. In addition, it is not allowed to step out of the fortifications. ”

The Japanese are indeed a people with great endurance. As soon as Okamoto gave the order, more than 1,000 people of this reinforced brigade lay dead in the fortifications and could not survive. No matter how the 33 Brigade attacked and teased, they didn't pay attention, even and pee were carried out inside the fortifications.

The artillery on the south bank also fired two shots at this side from time to time, and the Japanese troops on the north bank were simply beaten and did not fight back. Except for a small number of soldiers who were on guard outside, most of the personnel and equipment were shrunk into the fortifications. In this case, the heavy machine guns and mortars of the 33 brigade had little effect.

Brigade Commander Zhao gradually realized that something was wrong, and hurriedly reported to the military department, saying, "No, military seat." The devils can't live or die in the fortifications, and I'm afraid we will have to waste shells and bullets in vain. ”

Hearing the battle report from the front line, everyone was a little dumbfounded. Isn't the Japanese army the most particular about the spirit of bushido?

Chief of Staff Zhou thought for a moment and said, "Military seat, do you want to let the soldiers rush once?" "At any given time, the white-knuckle charge is the most direct and thorough means of attack. (To be continued......)