Predator Reborn

Chapter 406 The layout of the enemy and ourselves

"Well, there is one more thing. Of course, this one is mainly aimed at ourselves, which is to arrange two huge ambush circles for the Japs. Now, around the two Japanese divisions, we each have a brigade of troops.

Including the six infantry regiments that each military region can provide, the total strength is less than 20,000. Compared with the Japanese army in terms of numbers, we do not have any advantage. Therefore, we must fight in the shortest possible time.

, secretly sending additional troops to two places..." Liu Hua said with certainty.

"Commander, you assign the mission and I will record it..." the political commissar nodded and said.

"Order the third brigade of the directly subordinate column, the third regiment of the heavy artillery brigade, the third regiment of the air defense brigade, and one battalion of the armored brigade to secretly reinforce the second division of Plateau. All battles in the second division will be under unified command from Plateau. Order the headquarters guard brigade,

The fourth regiment of the heavy artillery brigade, the fourth regiment of the air defense brigade, and one battalion of the armored brigade secretly reinforced Wang Nanhu's third military division. All battles in the third division will be under unified command by Wang Nanhu. In addition, the military district headquarters is only responsible for the intermediate coordination and does not

Participate in specific military command..." Liu Hua expressed his thoughts without any hesitation.

"Commander, a military division has assembled at least 12 infantry regiments and a large amount of heavy firepower. As long as the terrain is suitable and there is no harassment from Japanese aircraft, we are fully capable of eating one of his divisions. Even if we cannot completely eat it, we can

Eat most of him. Commander, after listening to your words, I am full of confidence in the entire campaign." After recording Liu Hua's order, the chief of staff couldn't help but said with excitement on his face.

"Well, I think so too. This time, if we want to fight, we will give the little devils a thorough beating to let them know that our independent division is not easy to bully. Let them go as far as they can in the future...

Liu Hua ordered with confidence.

"Commander said it well... In the past few years since the war started, the Chinese army has always been afraid of the little devils' field divisions. This time, we will make the little devils' legs weak and unable to fight when they hear about our independent division..." Already

Luo Ronghuan, the political commissar of the independent division, said with certainty without any humility. From his face, you can see his excitement at this moment.

"Political Commissar, Chief of Staff... In order to better confuse the little devils, this battle will be left to you two. If there is nothing important, don't report to me. You can make your own decision. As I just said

If so, this time, we must delegate power as much as possible and let the two commanders practice well to prepare for our independent division's future march into the Northeast and cultivate more military talents." Looking at the two confident faces in front of him.

As a partner, Commander Liu Hua nodded and ordered.

"Commander, I understand, just relax. You can also take advantage of this period of time to have a good rest here. Maybe after this battle, the Japanese reinforcements will also arrive in Shanxi. By then, we will be there again

I'm busy..." Political Commissar Luo Ronghuan nodded in agreement and said.

"Okay, I listen to the political commissar. Have a good rest during this period, and think about the future development direction of our independent division and military region..." Liu Hua nodded, and did not refuse the political commissar's kindness...

"Okay, Commander, let's make specific arrangements for this battle now. Give the little devils two field divisions and prepare two graves for them on the edge of the base..."

With the departure of the political commissar and chief of staff, the security battalion directly under the headquarters immediately followed the orders of the political commissar and deployed a company of security forces around Commander Liu Hua's ward, responsible for protecting the commander's safety. And to the outside world.

It was claimed that the commander was seriously injured because he was assassinated by the Japanese army. As for the command of the entire military region's troops, the political commissar temporarily took over...

Of course, these external claims are only aimed at ordinary people, commanders and combatants, and the few Japanese and puppet army spies in Shanxi Province. For those commanders at the regiment level and above who have no problems, they clearly know that the commander at this time

He is controlling a huge battle in his own ward.

The political commissar Luo Ronghuan, who took over the command of the entire military region's troops, immediately issued orders for large-scale mobilization of various troops to the second and third military divisions. At the same time, several elite troops that needed to be mobilized were also ordered by the political commissar

At the sound of orders, they adopted the day and night marching method and began to rush towards the battlefield carefully arranged for them by the base headquarters.

As a result, large-scale military mobilization began in the entire northern and eastern Shanxi areas. The entire military mobilization created a good illusion for the Japanese intelligence personnel everywhere. With the serious injury of Commander Liu Hua

In a coma, Luo Ronghuan, as the political commissar of the independent division, began to mobilize troops on a large scale according to his own ideas to prevent possible changes in the troops of the entire military region...

Of course, with the movements of various security forces in Taiyuan City and the mobilization of troops, messages began to reach the hands of General Okamura Neiji, commander of the Supreme Headquarters of the North China Garrison, through the Japanese and puppet intelligence agents hidden throughout Shanxi.

"Chief of Staff, what do you think of the intelligence we have received? Is it true that the commander of the Independent Division of the Eighth Route Army was seriously injured and unconscious as their headquarters said?" After reading some of the intelligence in his hand, Commander Okamura Neiji frowned.

He raised his eyebrows and asked the chief of staff in front of him.

"Hi, Commander, we cannot make a final decision based solely on the words of the Independent Division Headquarters. After all, the Eighth Route Army has always been a very cunning force. I think we still need to wait and see how it changes.

The most important thing is that our intelligence agency hidden in Taiyuan has not called us back yet, so we cannot jump to conclusions yet..." the chief of staff analyzed with certainty.

"Yo Xi, I think so too... However, now I am very much looking forward to this result. Because, as long as this information is true, then this matter will be a great blow to the morale of the Chinese people and the entire Eighth Route Army.

What's more important is that after the Eighth Route Army Independent Division loses its soul commander, there will definitely be temporary chaos, and that time is when our Imperial Japanese Army will show off its grand ambitions..." Commander Oka

Murura Neiji nodded and replied.

"Hi, your Excellency, Commander, is wise..."

However, just as the chief of staff finished speaking, the door to the commander's office was pushed open again. The director of the intelligence department of the headquarters rushed into Okamura Neji with a telegram he had just received, his face full of excitement.

room. And the telegram in his hand was a false message sent to the Japanese army by the Intelligence Department of the Independent Division using the captured radio station and password.

"Bagaya Road, what happened? In such a panic, I even forgot the basic military appearance of a senior officer..." Looking at the hurried Colonel officer, Commander Okamura Ning was waiting anxiously.

He couldn't help frowning and cursing.

"Hi... Your Excellency, Commander, I will definitely pay attention next time... Your Excellency, Commander, I just received a piece of good news here. Just now, the Taiyuan Intelligence Station sent a telegram confirming that the commander of the Independent Division, Liu Hua, is in Ichimu.

During the Major's attack, he was seriously injured by the fire. He is still unconscious in the hospital until now..." The intelligence director quickly stated the purpose of his rush in.

"Nani, this information is all true... Hurry, give me the telegram right away..." As a general, Okamura Neiji continued to suppress the excitement in his heart. However, after hearing the news, his whole face changed.

The excitement was shown immediately.

"Hi, Commander..." Seeing the excited Commander in front of him, the Director of the Intelligence Division couldn't help but breathed a sigh of relief. At the same time, he quickly handed the telegram in his hand to the Commander's hand.

"Yoshi, Major Ichiki is worthy of being a warrior of the empire. Even when he was dying, he never forgot to make his final contribution to the empire. Very good, Chief of Staff, now we can almost confirm that the soul commander of the independent division

He has been assassinated by our special forces, and is now unconscious... What do you think we should do now?" After reading the telegram in his hand, Commander Okamura Neiji couldn't help but praise, and at the same time, he looked at the person in front of him.

The chief of staff cast a questioning look.

"Your Excellency, Commander, I think we must seize this favorable opportunity now and order the two elite divisions on the front line to prepare for an attack immediately. As long as there is any abnormal movement of the Eighth Route Army troops confronting us on the front line, we will

You can immediately launch a violent attack. With your most violent attack, quickly break through the defense line established by the Eighth Route Army and penetrate directly into Taiyuan City..." The chief of staff pointed to a huge map of North China on the wall and affirmatively stated his

suggestion.

"Yo Xi, the whole idea is very good... If the timing of the attack is correct, it will be a matter of time before we enter Shanxi. At the same time, Taiyuan will be stepped on by us at the minimum cost..." Looking at the people in front of him.

Map. General Okamura Neji nodded and said with a smile on his face.

"Hey, Commander, please issue a combat order... This time, we must avenge the Battle of Taiyuan, recapture Taiyuan City from the hands of the Independent Division of the Eighth Route Army, kill and injure the effective forces of the Independent Division as much as possible, and save the lives of those who died in the battle.

The imperial warriors take revenge..." The chief of staff's eyes showed a hint of excitement, and he answered confidently.

"Very good, now I am ordering the 14th Division and the 20th Division of the North China Garrison to start preparations immediately and be ready for battle. After waiting for the attack order from the headquarters, as soon as possible, attack the current Eighth Route Army

Launch an attack on the independent division's position. At the same time, occupy its position in the shortest possible time. Then drive straight in, launch a direct attack on Taiyuan City, and retake the entire Taiyuan City." Commander General Okamura Neiji also ordered with confidence.

"Hi..." the chief of staff replied loudly while recording the order.

"Order aviation reconnaissance aircraft to strengthen aerial reconnaissance over Shanxi Province. Be sure to find out the specific situation of the mobilization of various units of the Eighth Route Army in Shanxi Province. If there are any changes, report them to the headquarters immediately. At the same time, all aviation units in North China will be

Immediately be prepared to join the battle at any time. After receiving the order, immediately enter the battle and provide strong support to the ground troops..." Okamura Neiji then ordered.

"Hey, Commander, don't worry, I will go and deliver the order right away?" the Chief of Staff closed the folder in his hand and replied loudly.

"Wait a minute, Chief of Staff, for such a big battle, we must report to the General Staff Headquarters and obtain domestic consent. So, when you issue the order, report our deployment to the General Staff Headquarters in the form of a message.

And requested the General Staff Headquarters to provide certain tactical guidance..." Looking at the Chief of Staff who wanted to leave, Okamura Neiji said quickly.

"Hi, don't worry, Commander, I understand..." After listening to the order from the commander in front of him, the chief of staff understood what the commander in front of him meant. As for the reason for reporting to the staff headquarters, the reason is very simple. That is

If this battle ultimately fails, the entire North China Garrison Command will not bear much responsibility... This is the commander's attempt to reduce the pressure on himself.

"Yoshi, very good. Go and give the order right away..." Commander Okamura Neiji nodded.

And just when the two field divisions of the Japanese army began to prepare for war under the order of the headquarters, the two elite infantry brigades of the direct column that were confronting the Japanese army were also under the surveillance of Japanese reconnaissance aircraft, leaving a small number of

With the exception of the remaining troops holding their positions, the large forces began to retreat in the direction of Taiyuan City...

However, this was just an illusion seen by the Japanese aircraft. Because the two elite infantry brigades conducted an open and honest retreat during the day. However, as soon as night came, under the cover of darkness, they immediately began to assemble towards the graves prepared for the Japanese army.

As for the two infantry brigades that swaggered toward Taiyuan under the surveillance of Japanese aircraft every day, they were disguised by local militia troops under the orders of the division in order to avoid the detection of Japanese aircraft.

At the same time, various troops from Taiyuan City to reinforce the two battlefields also marched day and night, quickly rushing to reinforce the predetermined battlefields. Two huge ambush circles carefully prepared for the Japanese army slowly began to form in northern Shanxi and eastern Shanxi.

Of course, the entire layout of the two field divisions of the Japanese army took place without the knowledge of the Japanese army.

On the fourth day after Commander Liu Hua was injured, two telegrams were sent from the second and third military divisions to the military district headquarters in Taiyuan City. At the same time as the telegrams were received, the political commissar and chief of staff also came to the first

At this time, I came to the ward where Liu Hua was located and told Liu Hua the good news, who was also in a state of anxious waiting.

"Commander, Commander Wang and Commander Gao have sent telegrams, and two huge ambush circles have been completed. At the same time, with the efforts of the soldiers, all heavy weapons have been deployed. As long as the little Japs from the two divisions

Entering the ambush circle, even if he doesn't die, he will still have to shed a layer of skin." Seeing the commander in front of him, the chief of staff said with excitement.

"Chief of Staff, Political Commissar, please don't disappoint me. Please tell me the specific deployment of the two commanders. You don't know, this is the first time I have let go of such a big battle.

Leave it to your subordinates to complete..." After listening to the chief of staff's words, Commander Liu Hua not only did not relax at all, but became even more anxious.

"Yes, Commander, let's first take a look at the layout of the plateau of the Second Army Division. This is a military map of northern Shanxi. Commander Gao chose the battlefield for the entire ambush battle here, Niujinshan District. The entire Niujinshan District

With a radius of dozens of miles, if the Japanese army wanted to penetrate directly into Taiyuan City from their base in the shortest time, this was the only way they could pass. And the entire highway, a total of more than ten kilometers, was all concentrated in this mountainous area.

District. When the time comes, as long as the entire Japanese division is blocked in this section of the road, they will be cooked ducks in our hands. When the time comes, we can eat whatever we want." Chief of Staff Li Qing said with confidence,

Obviously, I am very satisfied with the layout of the plateau.

"Well, the terrain here is indeed very suitable for launching such a large-scale ambush. I strongly agree with the choice of terrain here. In addition, what is the troop deployment on the plateau like?" Until this time, Commander Liu Hua said nervously

The frowned brows slowly relaxed, and the nervous heart relaxed a lot.

"Commander, it's like this. Commander Gao has gathered here a total of 12 infantry regiments with more than 25,000 people, a cavalry regiment with more than 2,000 people, and three artillery regiments with a total of 75 guns with a caliber exceeding 75 mm.

Various artillery and two air defense regiments are enough to defend against possible Japanese air attacks. One armored battalion has nine tanks, with a total strength of more than 34,000 people. By then, if the Japanese army does not have air support, no matter in terms of military strength

In terms of firepower, we all have certain advantages..." Chief of Staff Li Qing pointed to the map in front of him and continued to introduce.

"Okay, very good, with such a strong force, so much heavy firepower, and favorable terrain. I believe that the Japanese 20th Division on the opposite side of the plateau will not be able to escape being surrounded and annihilated by the plateau. Chief of Staff,

I will call Gao Yuan back immediately, fully agreeing with his battle plan, and asking him to let me go without any worries. Even if I kill all the troops, I will supplement him..." Commander Liu Hua was excited.

He ordered loudly.

"Yes, Commander, I will call you back shortly... Let me first introduce to you the specific arrangements of Commander Wang Nanhu of the Third Army Division. Due to terrain restrictions, it is basically impossible to find him in the vast area from the Japanese army station to Taiyuan.

Any favorable terrain can wipe out a Japanese field division. Therefore, Commander Wang Nanhu adopted a different strategy, which was to block attacks step by step. In the deep blocking battles, the effective strength of the Japanese army was continuously consumed.

In the end, all the remaining Japanese troops were surrounded and annihilated in the Baita Shang area. However, if the Japanese troops retreat at that time, Commander Wang Nanhu will have no choice but to defeat the Japanese troops?" Li Qing introduced.