Seeing that everyone was looking at him, Chi Yaohui didn't say much, walked directly to the sand table aside, picked up a wooden stick and pointed to a place, "Siring officers, please take a look."
"This is Ping'an County, and all our troops, except for a few who stay in Liantai County, are almost all around Ping'an County or places with a radius of hundreds of kilometers.
This has resulted in our troops being very scattered. In addition, these days of continuous fighting have resulted in serious attrition of the troops and they are already very tired. If troops are hastily mobilized to reinforce Ping'an County at this time, it is likely that heavy losses will lead to unpredictable consequences."
Commander Liu's eyes flashed, "Then what Chief of Staff Chi means is that Ping'an County cannot be defended?"
"of course not."
Chi Yaohui sighed softly.
"If it were another place, I would definitely advise several officials to abandon Ping'an County, but the reality is that Ping'an County has to be defended. Who makes its geographical location too important?"
He continued: "Sirs, please take a look. Taiyuan is 130 kilometers to the west of Ping'an County, and our Liantai County is more than 140 kilometers to the north. Moreover, it is also an important railway transportation hub in Shanxi. Its geographical location is really important.
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It can be said that as long as we still occupy Ping'an County, the Japanese army's railway transportation will be paralyzed in half. Therefore, in order to buy time for our troops to repair and defend Liantai, not only can we not abandon Ping'an County, but we must defend it until we
Take it easy.
Otherwise, once the Japanese army comes over, Liantai County may not be able to be saved."
Commander Liu Heping, political commissar, nodded slowly with admiration flashing in his eyes, "As expected of a top student who graduated from the staff major of the Berlin Military Academy in Germany. What you said hit the point, and also revealed the current embarrassment of our army.
However, everyone does not need to rest assured. After consulting with Commander Gao, I have reported the difficulties we are currently encountering to the headquarters a few days ago. After research, the head of the headquarters decided to send the 115th Division to support us.
As soon as the 115th Division arrives, we will have enough troops and confidence to fight with Okamura Neji."
When Commander Liu said that the 115th Division was about to arrive, Chi Yaohui did not look happy, but asked calmly: "Can Commander Liu tell us how many people are coming from the 115th Division this time? How long will it take to arrive? How are the weapons and equipment?"
Seeing that Chi Yaohui was not elated because of the arrival of the reinforcements, but could still see the problem calmly, Commander Liu and Political Commissar Liu looked at each other, and their evaluation of him was even higher. It seemed that Gao Hongming had found a good person.
Chief of Staff, just being calm and composed in times of trouble is much better than many people.
Commander Liu did not hide it, "The message from the headquarters said that the 115th Division will be led by Commander Lin personally this time, and the subordinate 343rd Brigade, 344th Brigade and division will be directly under the independent regiment, cavalry battalion, artillery
There are more than 20,000 people in total including the battalion, engineering camp, baggage camp, and teaching camp.
Support equipment..."
Having said this, Commander Liu smiled bitterly, "You are not unaware of the situation of our Eighth Route Army. The 115th Division has expanded greatly in the past two years, so both the weapons and equipment and the quality of individual soldiers are much worse than they were in 37 years.
, I also look forward to Commander Gao and Chief of Staff Chi Haihan."
Chi Yaohui and Gao Hongming nodded slowly, Mr. Liu was right.
When it comes to when the Eighth Route Army's combat effectiveness was strongest, there is no doubt that it was when it changed from the Red Army to the Eighth Route Army in 37 years.
At that time, there were three divisions and twelve regiments of the Eighth Route Army. Almost all the cadres and soldiers were elites who had experienced hundreds of battles during the 25,000-mile Long March, climbing snow-capped mountains and crossing grasslands. They were the best in terms of fighting will and individual soldier quality.
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It can be said that except for the weapons and equipment that are not as good as the Japanese army, in other aspects they are even worse than the Japanese army.
However, with the continuous expansion of the Eighth Route Army over the years, the number of troops has expanded from 45,000 to 5.6 million in just five years. Coupled with the battle losses in these years, it can be said that the overall quality of the Eighth Route Army today is not as good as that of the 37th Army.
It will happen that year.
Gao Hongming smiled: "Last question... When will the 115th Division arrive?"
Master Liu answered without hesitation, "They will definitely arrive in about a week."
Gao Hongming responded: "Okay... then we will hold Ping'an County for a week. I will immediately leave for Ping'an County to take command personally. I will definitely buy a week for the 115th Division."
"What...you want to go to Ping'an County in person?"
"No...it's too dangerous, you can't go!"
As soon as Gao Hongming finished speaking, Commander Liu and Political Commissar Heping objected almost simultaneously.
Political Commissar Ping said anxiously: "Commander Gao... Ping'an County is in the eye of the storm right now, and there are only three infantry regiments there that are not fully equipped. It can be said to be very dangerous. What if something goes wrong while you are there?"
"When it comes to fighting, there's no risk without taking risks."
Gao Hongming smiled softly and said, "Even Brigade Commander Wang of the 385th Brigade is there now. Why can't I, the leader of a small militia group, go?"
Gao Hongming's words caused everyone to laugh bitterly. On the surface, Gao Hongming's words sounded correct. After all, status comes from strength. With the strength Gao Hongming has shown now, even the deputy commander-in-chief of the Eighth Route Army and even Yan Xishan, the commander-in-chief of the World War II zone, saw it.
Gao Hongming has to be polite, but who else dares to treat him as a simple vigilante leader?
Seeing that Commander Liu and Political Commissar Heping wanted to persuade him again, Gao Hongming added: "Furthermore, Ping'an County is now not only mixed with troops from the 386th Brigade, the 385th Brigade and even the Liantai Militia, but also includes infantry, artillery, cavalry and other arms.
If there is no one with weight to take charge, there will definitely be problems in command. Do you think this is the truth?"
Commander Liu and Political Commissar Heping remained silent. The current interim joint command consists of Gao Hongming and Political Commissar Liu Heping. The highest command structure is composed of Commander Liu and Political Commissar Liu.
The three-person political commissar Liping is responsible for coordinating and communicating various tedious matters such as logistics support, organization of the troops, training and even replenishment of troops. In terms of military affairs, Gao Hongming and Commander Liu are responsible for the military affairs.
Therefore, it is clear that the only two people suitable to go to Ping'an County to command are Commander Liu and Gao Hongming. However, Commander Liu is over 50 years old after all, and he was injured many times in the war in his early years. Then he has to carry out such a high-intensity emergency march and personally command the battle on the front line.
If so, my body may not be able to bear it.
On the other hand, Gao Hongming is not yet thirty years old, he is at a strong age, his status is high enough, and he is one of the top commanders of the temporary headquarters, so he is suitable for this kind of work.
And the most important thing is that with Gao Hongming in Ping'an County, whether it is calling for air support or logistical supplies, the Liantai Militia will definitely give it the highest priority. With sufficient logistical support, this battle can be better
The fight continued, which was why Commander Liu and Political Commissar Heping did not speak out against it.