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#673 - Extra: Anti-Japanese War (Part 6)

The group arrived at another cave, where several people were taking simple measurements of the soldiers' figures at the entrance. Based on their sizes, each person received a different-sized backpack. When they opened them, they found a set of cotton-padded clothing, three pairs of cotton socks, a pair of military shoes, a brand-new military uniform, and a set of bedding.

The soldiers happily changed into their new uniforms. They formed neat ranks, in groups of a hundred, and moved to the next cave entrance. The guide stationed there issued them full leather equipment, a bullet pouch, 5 magazines, 10 stripper clips, and a strap that could hold five grenades; officers and some combat leaders were also issued pistols, fully loaded with ammunition, of course.

Upon reaching the next cave, they were issued their primary weapons. The 772nd Regiment, as a main force regiment, received 22 'Yellow River'-B5 type general-purpose machine guns; the infantry weapons were all 'Great Wall'-1A2 type semi-automatic rifles; and 200 pistols. In addition, there were nine 80mm mortars and various types of ammunition.

The young guide said to Cheng Kang, "Regimental Commander Cheng, according to the list, your regiment can also collect five hundred steel helmets, which are in that cave. You can also collect some field rations and canned food per person, but these are limited. Please have the soldiers in your regiment who have completed the re-equipping leave from that exit. Finally, this is a new order issued by headquarters, requiring all regimental commanders to open and view it only after the re-equipping is complete." He handed Cheng Kang a document with '772nd Regiment, Cheng Qi' written on it.

Cheng Kang thought for a moment and said, "Hu Luwa, go and inform the first battalion commander. Take the re-equipped soldiers out through that passage, organize the队伍, and I'll be there soon."

The re-equipping of the 772nd Regiment alone took nearly two hours, and it was completely dark. Leaving the cave, Cheng Kang looked at the soldiers passing by. The fully re-equipped 772nd Regiment radiated an enthusiastic spirit. The heroism of Li Yunlong welled up in his heart. Let the Japanese devils come and fight!

Political Commissar Liang, who was organizing the队伍 at the rear, also came out of the cave. After the two gathered, they opened the headquarters' order: Headquarters required their 772nd Regiment to immediately approach Li Yunlong's Independent Regiment headquarters, alternating to conduct a feigned attack, to cover the re-equipping of the large troops in the rear. If the enemy invades, they must be given a head-on blow. After the mission is completed, they will retreat to the Wan Jia Ling line, alternating with the Independent Regiment to cover their retreat. Further orders will be notified by the headquarters-appointed telegraph operator.

At this time, three female soldiers walked over from the other side. They were fully armed, with a small radio station on their backs and a whip-like five-leaf antenna raised high. They had carbines slung over their shoulders, a revolver at their waists, and a large bag in their left hands, which probably contained their luggage. The three girls came to Cheng Kang and saluted, saying, "Report to the regimental commander, we are the communications team assigned to the 772nd Regiment. Please give instructions!"

After returning the salute, Political Commissar Liang said with a smile, "Welcome, welcome! Then you will first be assigned to the regimental communications company, and I will assign you assistants later to cooperate with your work."

Cheng Kang said, "What are you still standing there for? Hu Luwa, go and help the three female comrades carry their bags. You have no sense of awareness!"

Hu Luwa trotted up to them, flattering them, and said, "Three elder sisters, why are you here? It's been a long time. Come, come, give me the bags. How can we trouble you with such small things as carrying bags!"

These female telegraph operators, like Hu Luwa, were all from the second batch of trainees. But these female soldiers were treasured by Liu Yuan and the old director, and even survival training was not attended. But this does not mean that the female soldiers were weak. Their fighting skills were personally taught by Gong Er. Even the male trainees could not necessarily beat them. At the beginning, the male soldiers were both respectful and afraid of them.

Regimental Commander Cheng ignored these young people and waved his hand with high spirits: "772nd Regiment, move out!" More than 1,800 soldiers marched in neat steps and disappeared into the night.

This kind of situation was staged everywhere. In the Jin-Cha-Ji Military Region and the Jin-Lu-Yu Military Region, which were relatively far away, they had to temporarily transfer the backbone members who had participated in the training team to form guidance teams.

Fortunately, they were all the main forces of the local area, and their actions were very rapid. Basically, all regions completed the 'major re-equipment' before dawn. And they retreated safely, and by the way, they tested the power of the new weapons on the Japanese blockade line.

This series of actions made the Japanese army in North China very nervous, but everything completely calmed down after dawn. Telegrams were sent from all over, gathering like snowflakes at the headquarters of the North China Front Army.

Okamura Neji rubbed his aching forehead. He hadn't rested all night. The things that had happened in the past few days were too strange, and even Shinotsuka Yoshio, who had been advising him, had died yesterday. He had strictly ordered the garrison in Mongolia to strengthen border patrols, but had not found any contact between the Eighth Route Army and the Soviet army.

At this time, the North China Front Army was in a relatively awkward situation. In order to support the war in the south, a large number of front-line combat troops were transferred. Although the number of second- and third-line troops in his hands, plus the collaborationist troops, was quite large, their combat effectiveness was really worrying.

During this unusual mobilization of the Eighth Route Army, there was little contact between the two sides, and the losses were within acceptable limits. But the enemies suddenly went into hiding again, which was a bit unsettling. Could it be that our speculation yesterday was wrong?

Looking at the huge map on the wall, Okamura Neji sighed helplessly and said, "Alas~ the imperial army's strength is still insufficient! Miyano, send a telegram to the headquarters. At this time, the military strength of the North China Front Army has reached a relatively dangerous point. I hope the headquarters will replenish it as soon as possible, and it is best to ask the Kwantung Army to send troops south to support."

Miyano Doichi said, "Commander, do we have to ask the Kwantung Army for help?"

Okamura Neji said, "Yes! The Eighth Route Army is developing too fast. For various reasons, the mopping-up operation originally planned to start in March cannot be carried out smoothly. Miyano, we must accumulate strength from now on. If we cannot completely suppress the development momentum of the Eighth Route Army, then we will be the ones who fail." He slammed hard on the map, where Julu and Boye were.

"Miyano, from now on, let's prepare! Accumulate materials, mobilize troops, and strive to launch a thunderous blow to completely defeat the main force of the Eighth Route Army. Those civilians who have turned into bandits will be cleared out together, and their foundations will be dug up." Okamura Neji said loudly, with a firm light in his eyes.

Infected by him, Miyano Doichi respectfully said, "Yes~ I will obey your orders, Commander, and I will fully cooperate with you."

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The southeastern mountainous area of Liaoxian County, the headquarters' temporary command post. Chief of Staff Zuo sent a telegram to the commander, saying: "This operation has been successfully completed. A total of 182 battalion-level units have been re-equipped, totaling 93,000 people. And the 40 communications teams have all been deployed, and now our command of the main regiments is more convenient."

Deputy Commander-in-Chief also happily looked at these reports, saying: "Now our combat effectiveness has obviously increased by a level. Then we can carry out the next plan. In another half a year, or at most four months, we will have the strength to fight. If Okamura Neji wants to deal with us again, he will have to have a good set of teeth."

Chief of Staff Zuo pointed to the report on the table and said, "Then how should we report to the old home?"

Deputy Commander-in-Chief thought for a while and said, "I will personally draft the telegram. I want to personally tell the chairman and the commander this good news."

Just as the Eighth Route Army teams in various places were busy, Liu Yuan was leisurely carrying a carrying pole. The two bamboo baskets were filled with delicious food, mainly because carrying a bunch of food boxes was too eye-catching. Not only did he buy roast duck and braised meat and other cooked foods, but he also prepared a lot of ingredients. Uncle Gui took a look and said nothing, personally prepared a big table, and the people in the yard had a harmonious and beautiful dinner.

There was one more person in the small courtyard, that was the youngest son of the Kong family, nicknamed Meihe. Maybe he was injured, Aunt Kong's complexion was not very good. But the eldest daughter, Chunxi, was growing more and more beautiful. I didn't see that fool Suo Qian, his eyes never left her.

After dinner, everyone went back to their homes. In this era, there was no entertainment, and everyone went to bed early. Zao'er, who had been playing crazy all day, ate a full meal at night, and her little head nodded and nodded, so sleepy. Tian Zhen picked up Zao'er in his arms, put her on the kang, spread out the bedding for her, took off her clothes and covered her with the quilt. He turned around and said to Liu Yuan, "Xiao Yuan, have you finished your business?"

Liu Yuan nodded and said, "Yes, Uncle Tian, my mission is completed, and I will leave tomorrow night."

Tian Zhen sighed and said, "Alas~ actually, Uncle Tian really doesn't want you to leave! There is chaos outside, and I am still worried about you."

Liu Yuan comforted him and said, "Don't worry, Uncle Tian. I have been doing well all these years. Whether it is Taiyuan, Tianjin or Beiping, I come and go freely. The devils won't do anything to me! Besides, I'm leaving tomorrow."

Tian Zhen said, "Uncle understands, a good man is ambitious. Uncle doesn't ask for anything else, come back and see us often when you have time. This is your home, and someone is always waiting for you."

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