In fact, on the map, Wuhu is really inconspicuous.

It has little significant strategic value. It's not a battleground either. It's almost a flat river, and there is no danger to defend.

The rapid annihilation of a brigade of Japanese invaders fully proves this point.

Easy to attack and difficult to defend. It is easy to be surrounded.

The situation is even more serious if the enemy has a water division.

The sailor could launch an attack on Wuhu from the river. Especially in the presence of gunboats.

Come to the riverside.

Stand in the middle of the reeds and observe the surface of the river.

There are merchant ships coming and going. Hanging on it are all plaster flags of Japanese invaders.

Only a very small number of merchant ships fly the Rice Flag or the Stars and Stripes.

You can also see small gunboats patrolling and cruising.

On the river, there are basically these kinds of boats. No Chinese ships were seen.

"Song Zhihuan!"

Zhang Chu shouted to the back.

A moment later, a spirit boy came up with a telescope.

He is the artillery talent that Fu Xiangnan poached.

Whampoa Phase VIII, Artillery Section. He once participated in the Battle of Songhu and the Battle of Jinling. Experienced in combat.

Just now, all the mountain artillery and cannon artillery of the 55th Army were under his command. The results are quite outstanding.

"Here!"

Song Zhihuan stood up and saluted.

Zhang Chu motioned for him to squat down. so as not to be discovered by the Japanese gunboats.

Although the 7.7 mm heavy machine gun has a limited range. However, it is also very dangerous if a stray bullet flies over.

The current artillery talents are all treasures!

Especially those who came from a professional class. Very rare. It's much easier to train than to become a monk halfway.

"With the eight-five cannon, can you block the meeting?"

"Yes!"

Song Zhihuan replied in the affirmative.

Zhang Chu also knew that he could. But it depends on whether Song Zhihuan can command.

After all, Song Zhihuan is still in charge of the specific command. With so many artillery groups, if you want to block the river, the battle will be protracted, and it is impossible for Zhang Chu to stay here for a long time.

How long is it expected to take?

Start at least two months. Or even three months.

Or longer......

"Okay, you go and prepare!"

"Good!"

Song Zhihuan immediately arranged.

First, have the observation post set up an observation point inside the reed swing.

Then the communications corps pulls the telephone line. At the same time, a radio station was erected. Wired and wireless communications are all on the same page. Ensure that the message is delivered.

The running group is far behind. You can't see the front for sure. Only through observation posts can the target be accurately hit.

Then it was time to arrange for the cannon to come into range.

The maximum firing range of this 85-mm cannon was about 15 km, and it was necessary to move towards the river.

Fu Xiangnan commanded the troops to help.

Manpower, animal power, and cars got on and pulled the cannon up.

Taking advantage of a little time, Zhang Chu could finally study the previous reward carefully. There are still more rewards for commanding the national army to conquer Wuhu.

First of all, it is necessary to upgrade the cameras in bulk. Seagull brand. Use of film.

Is the system going to change careers to become journalists? Cameras were distributed in large quantities. It seems that film is also very cheap?

Secondly, there is the bulk upgrade that unlocks the Thomson submachine gun.

It's the icing on the cake.

The previous Suomi submachine gun was also very good.

"One-two-one!"

"One-two-one!"

It seems to hear a neat trumpet.

It is estimated that the cannon began to gradually enter the position.

Immediately, the artillery observation post began to get busy. Proofreading is clearly being done.

The communications company was on standby. At intervals, there are people guarding the phone lines. If it is broken by enemy fire, it can be connected as quickly as possible.

Some exposed telephone lines are also buried as deep as possible. to reduce the chance of being blown up by artillery fire.

Without anyone reminding you, the atmosphere started to be tense.

At this time, the Japanese gunboats and transport ships on the river had not yet perceived the danger.

"Boom ......"

"Boom la la ......"

Suddenly, a shell fell on the river.

Obviously, this is the beginning of test firing of cannons.

The starting point is good. It hit the river. Although it did not hit the target, it was enough.

It is estimated that more shells will soon follow.

"Boom ......"

"Boom ......"

Sure enough, about thirty seconds later, the cannon group began to fire a salvo.

A large number of shells fell on the surface of the river, blowing up columns of water.

"Boom ......"

There were Japanese gunboats that were hit directly.

Exploded on the spot. Turned into a ball of fire. Then the fire was quickly extinguished.

A cannonball exploded nearby, splashing a lot of water and extinguishing the flames. The wreckage of the gunboat then sank rapidly. Eventually, all that remained on the river was a pile of debris floating.

"Boom ......"

Another transport ship was hit.

After the explosion, it also sank quickly. There was no chance of struggling at all.

The other Japanese gunboats, as well as merchant ships, were all taken aback. Hurriedly turn around. Either flee upstream for your life. Either downstream.

"Boom, boom, boom......"

"Boom la la ......"

Shells continue to fall.

The length of the river, which is about two kilometers long, is completely blocked.

As long as all the ships that enter this section of the river will be covered by artillery fire mercilessly. If you don't want to die, don't pass through here.

Moreover, as more cannons enter the firing positions, the length of the blocked river increases. Five kilometers is also possible.

The remnants of the Japanese hurriedly reported to the authorities.

"Nani?"

"Yaga!"

Gu Shoufu finally understood.

Why the Chinese conquered Wuhu. Dare to be affectionate is to cut off the Yangtze River waterway.

This trick is terrible!

It happened to hit the Japanese army on seven inches.

Damn it!

Who came up with it?

It's too insidious.

What does it mean that the river is blocked?

It means that the Japanese troops around Anqing and the Japanese troops around Jinling will lose contact.

Without the Yangtze River waterway, the Japanese forces around Anqing would not have been able to get enough supplies. Their food and ammunition will be less and less. Eventually, it will be surrounded by the Chinese and then wiped out.

The consequences are severe.

Disastrous.

Hurriedly reported to the commander of the Central China Dispatch Army, Matsui Ishone.

"Nani?"

"Yaga!"

Matsui Ishone's reaction was exactly the same as that of Tani Toshio.

He also did not expect that the Chinese were going to bury a mine in Wuhu. A mine that can blow up all the Japanese troops in Anqing!

The goal of the Chinese is not Jinling. It's not Wuhu either.

Their real goal is Anqing. It was the Japanese army around Anqing. There were three full divisions of the Japanese army there!

The 13th and 14th divisions are the main forces of the Japanese army!

The 23rd Division was also the first second-class division to be established. The combat effectiveness is also quite strong.

Plus, there's a Hata detachment!

If it is completely wiped out, it is equivalent to the loss of the strength of an army!

Is this still worth it?

The base camp must go crazy!

It's messed up.

"Your Excellency the Commander......"

The chief of staff was also in a hurry.

No one dares to leave tens of thousands of elites alone!

Whether it's Kenji Dohihara or Michitaro Komatsubara, they are all genuine senior lieutenant generals!

If something happens......

The chief of staff did not dare to think too much.

"Calm down!"

Matsui Ishone said slowly.

In fact, it is also forcing yourself to calm down. Think about what to do.

First, of course, it is to send ground troops to immediately retake Wuhu. But it should be difficult to think about.

Now that the Chinese have recovered Wuhu, they will definitely establish defensive positions.

However, this is not crucial.

The most important thing is to restore the Yangtze River waterway. Resumption of logistical transport.

This will have to ask for the help of the navy red deer.

Alas......

Is......

Again, ask the navy red deer to help.

Alas, damn navy red deer......

Fortunately, Saburo Ozawa is still relatively easy to talk to. If it's Narumi Inoue, it's over.

Immediately arrange a special person to contact Saburo Ozawa.

(End of chapter)