The sky in May did not get completely dark until eleven o'clock in the evening. But before that, the 1139th Regiment and the tank battalion that reinforced Colonel Bindasov arrived in time. With the cooperation of the artillery battalion's artillery fire, they successfully
It crushed the German counterattack and allowed the Bindasov Regiment to gain a firm foothold.
Since the superiors of the 1139th Regiment have not appointed a new regiment leader so far, the work of the entire regiment is under the responsibility of the deputy chief of staff of the regiment. In order to facilitate command, Sokov was assigned to Bindasov as soon as the battle was over.
After calling, he said on the phone: "Comrade Colonel, from now on, the 1139th Regiment and the Tank Battalion are under your command. Do you understand?"
"I understand, Comrade Division Commander." After hearing the news, Bindasov was so happy that he could not close his mouth. He said into the microphone: "I assure you, no matter how many attacks the German army launches, our regiment will hold on.
On the current position, we will never take a step back."
"Comrade Colonel," Bindasov's answer disappointed Sokov. He originally thought that the other party would tell him that with these troops, he would advance many kilometers into the depth of the enemy tomorrow, but he didn't know that only those who would hold on to their position would
Plan. He immediately said in a stern tone: "I gave you so many troops, not to stay and defend. Your mission is to attack and continue to push deeper into the enemy's defense. Do you understand?"
"But Comrade Division Commander." Bindasov, who had just been badly beaten by the Germans not long ago, said cautiously into the microphone: "The enemy is more powerful than we imagined. If we continue to attack, we will inevitably pay huge casualties.
."
"Comrade Colonel, in order to defeat the Japanese invaders, no matter how high the price is, it is worth it." Sokov heard that Bindasov was afraid of fighting, and said unhappily: "If you feel that you can't
If you are qualified for this job, then I will replace you with someone else."
"No, no, no, no, Comrade Commander, you must not change people. I want you to promise that I will complete the tasks you gave me." After clarifying his attitude, Bindasov asked with a smile.
: "Comrade Division Commander, it seems that except for me and Pavel, no one in the division is qualified to assume the position of regimental commander."
"If you can't continue to attack the enemy tomorrow," Sokov waited for Bindasov to finish speaking, then said expressionlessly: "At that time, I will take over your command." Sokov felt that Bindasov had no choice but to take over his command.
When Sov was done typing, he put down the phone, picked up the map spread out on his lap, and carefully studied tomorrow's attack plan.
Just after watching it for a while, the phone at his feet suddenly rang. Sokov thought it was Bindasov who had something else to say, so he picked up the phone, put it to his ear, and asked politely: "Colonel,
What else do you want to say?"
Unexpectedly, Rokossovsky's voice came from the receiver: "It's me, Major Sokov!"
When he heard Rokossovsky calling him by his surname and official position, Sokov knew that the other party wanted to talk about business. He quickly stood up from the ground and said respectfully: "Hello, Comrade Commander, what do you have?
instruct?"
"I heard that you performed well today," Rokossovsky said coldly: "It's amazing that one person actually shot down a German plane. For this, I should award you a
Medal."
"Comrade Commander," when he heard that Rokossovsky was going to award him a medal, Sokov automatically ignored the tone of the other person's words and said with a smile: "In fact, I can shoot down the enemy's plane, but it's just a blind cat.
When I encountered a dead rat, I just saw the enemy plane swooping down towards me, and I instinctively shot at the enemy plane. I didn't expect that I was so lucky, and I shot down the enemy plane in one go. In my opinion, awarding a medal is enough
No need."
As soon as he finished speaking, Rokossovsky on the other end of the phone roared: "Nonsense, it's just nonsense. You are the commander of a division, and your position is to direct the operations of the entire division in the headquarters, not like a division."
Like an ordinary soldier holding a gun to shoot down enemy planes. If you really like to masturbate, then I will transfer you to the air defense force and become an anti-aircraft gunner. In that case, you can masturbate every day.
You can fight however you want..."
Sokov's face turned red and white after being scolded by Rokossovsky. Although he knew in his heart that Rokossovsky scolded him out of concern for himself, it happened so quickly.
It was reported to the Army Headquarters. Could it be that he had an undercover agent arranged by his superiors? Thinking of this, his eyes couldn't help but glance at the several staff officers and communications soldiers in the headquarters, wondering who this "informant" was.
”.
But Rokossovsky on the other end of the phone seemed to have a pair of clairvoyance, and he immediately guessed Sokov's reaction, and said first: "Okay, Major Sokov, stop looking around, you are masturbating."
, it was not someone from the regiment who told me, but I learned about it through General Kazakov. The whole process of your masturbation was seen by him."
Sokov's face turned red to the roots of his ears. For him from a later generation, the word "masturbation" represented a dirty meaning. He heard Rokossovsky mention it again and again without any scruples.
, which made him feel a little embarrassed. As soon as Rokossovsky finished speaking, he quickly expressed his position and said: "Comrade Commander, I was wrong. Please rest assured that I will not make similar mistakes again in the future."
Hearing Sokov voluntarily admitting his mistake, Rokossovsky lost most of his anger, but he still emphasized again: "Major Sokov, I warn you, if I do such a bastard thing again, you will not do it."
If you regard yourself as the commander of a division and are not responsible for the commanders and fighters of the entire division, I will remove you from your post and let you become an ordinary soldier. Our 16th Group Army does not need commanders who do not understand their responsibilities."
Sokov couldn't help but smile bitterly in his heart. He had just criticized Bindasov, but not long after, he was scolded by Rokossovsky again. This retribution came so fast!
After Rokossovsky finished getting angry, he softened his tone and asked: "I heard that the German army launched a counterattack on the left wing of your division. How was it? Did they block all the enemies?"
"Yes, Comrade Commander." Sokov quickly replied: "When I learned that the 1135th Regiment was counterattacked by the Germans, in addition to ordering Colonel Bindasov to move to defense on the spot, I also transferred a soldier from the right wing.
The infantry regiment and the divisional tank battalion went to reinforce it. At present, the German counterattack has been crushed by our army."
"What are your plans next?"
"I have given an order to Colonel Bindasov to continue the deep attack on the German defenses tomorrow." After finishing his plan, Sokov asked: "Comrade Commander, I wonder how the troops on our left and right wings are progressing.
?If we don’t get their cooperation, our division is very likely to fall into the German encirclement because it goes deep alone."
"Don't worry, Major Sokov." Rokossovsky said lightly: "It's the infantry army commanded by General Orlov. Although their progress is not as smooth as yours, they are only two or three kilometers behind. Even if
Whatever crisis you encounter, you can get timely support from them."
After the two chatted for a while, Rokossovsky changed his address to Sokov: "Misha, there are two more important things. I will inform you now."
Important thing?! Hearing what Rokossovsky said, Sokov couldn't help but tremble and thought to himself: Is there anything else more important than the current attack? He took a deep breath and tried to use a steady voice.
He said in a tone of voice: "Comrade Commander, if you have anything to do, just tell me."
"It's like this. Marshal Timoshenko called me today and said that he is going to transfer your troops to the Southwest Front to participate in the upcoming offensive campaign." Soko learned that Timoshenko finally thought of him again.
My husband has a crazy feeling. As long as his troops participate in the Battle of Kharkov, they will be beaten to pieces by the German army within two days. No matter how you look at it, it is a loss-making business. Fortunately, Luo
Kossovsky's next words made his heart return to his stomach: "But I have told the marshal that the troops under your command are attacking the German army and cannot be withdrawn from the front line for the time being. Comrade Marshal, listen
As soon as I said this, I canceled your transfer order."
Rokossovsky's words were like the sound of nature to Sokov, and he hurriedly said: "Thank you, thank you, Comrade Commander!"
"No need to thank me." Rokossovsky made it clear to Sokov on the phone: "Misha, even if you don't say hello to me, I won't let others transfer you easily. I think
If you stay in the 16th Army, you can play a greater role. Let me give you a hint now. Regarding your formal appointment, it may be officially announced after the end of this offensive. By then, you will no longer be the acting division commander.
It is a formal division commander, and the military rank will be mentioned accordingly."
After hearing the first good news, Sokov couldn't wait to ask: "Comrade Commander, what is the other good news?" He thought to himself that Rokossovsky could call it good news.
This matter is definitely not a trivial matter. The news that he does not have to go to the Southwest Front Army and that he is about to be promoted may not be as good as the second good news.
"The Supreme Headquarters of the Headquarters has announced that, in recognition of your division's meritorious service and a series of achievements in the Great Patriotic War, it is ready to officially award your division the honorary title of '31st Guards Rifle Division' and award it with the flag.
The ceremony will be held in a week." Rokossovsky said this and paused for a moment: "Major Sokov, I congratulate you on becoming the first division commander of this glorious Guards Division."
Sokov waited for Rokossovsky to finish speaking, and immediately replied loudly: "Serve the Soviet Motherland!"
"You answered quite quickly," Rokossovsky smiled faintly, and then reminded Sokov: "Misha, remember to convey this good news to the commanders and soldiers of the entire division. This is very effective in boosting morale.
Do you understand?"
"Understood, Comrade Commander." Sokov replied resoundingly: "I will immediately inform all the commanders and combatants of the division of this good news. Thank you, Comrade Commander, thank you for bringing us such a good news."
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