The chief of staff asked several guards to lift up the brigade commander and stuff him into the car. Seeing the cavalry of the Eighth Route Army rushing towards him, the chief of staff knew that the Japanese army on the other side had probably been completely wiped out, and the large forces of the Eighth Route Army were approaching.
Come here.
The only chance of survival now is to return to Gaobeidian Town, go all out to seize the town, and use the buildings in the town to hold on and wait for reinforcements.
So he ordered the troops to turn around and go straight to Gaobeidian Town.
The chief of staff's judgment was correct. At this time, the Eighth Route Army had eliminated the remaining Japanese and puppet troops on the road and was heading this way.
A large group of Japanese troops were heading towards Gaobeidian, and a large number of Eighth Route Army cavalry rushed over. In groups of more than a dozen, they continuously launched attacks on the Japanese troops on the road.
The Japanese army was in a panic and exhausted, which greatly slowed down their march.
The chief of staff had a bad premonition. He knew that if this continued, there would be no time. Even if the troops arrived in Gaobeidian Town, it would be difficult to eliminate the Eighth Route Army inside. They would still be surrounded by the overcoming Eighth Route Army in the wild.
He was thinking about countermeasures urgently, and he couldn't think of any good solutions for a while. He couldn't help but hate Sangmu Jianyi, a young man who could talk on paper. Not only was this fool himself unlucky, but he was also the chief of staff. Thinking of this, he couldn't help feeling a little contemptuous.
Di glanced at Sang Muchian again. Suddenly his eyes lit up and he thought of a way.
He said to Sanmu Jianyi: "Your Excellency, Brigade Commander, our brigade is currently in danger. Please quickly seek help from Your Excellency, Commander of the Front Army."
Sang Mu Jianyi said with a sad face: "The surrounding Yellow Army has already come out, where are the reinforcements that can come to reinforce us?"
The chief of staff said: "There is still an air force outside Baoding City. Let them bomb the enemy quickly."
Sang Mujian suddenly understood. As if he had grasped a life-saving straw, he immediately dictated the telegram and asked the signal corps to send it out.
The reason why the chief of staff asked Sang Mu Jianyi to send this telegram is because although they are stationed in Baoding, they have no right to mobilize the air force also stationed in Baoding. Sang Mu Jianyi is different. He has an awesome brother-in-law. As long as he finds North China
The commander of the front army can order the air force stationed in Baoding to participate in the war.
Seeing the telegram sent by Sanmu Jianyi, the chief of staff felt a lot relieved. He ignored Sanmu Jianyi and directly issued an order to the troops, asking them to build defenses in place and wait for the air force to come for reinforcements.
The Japanese army may dispatch the air force to participate in the war, and Xu Dalong has already made plans. Before this battle, it was not that he did not consider destroying the Japanese airport first, but because the Japanese airport had built a large number of defenses after three attacks
It is difficult to knock down the fortifications in a short time. There are still so many Japanese and puppet troops in the city. Once they arrive for reinforcements, they will not be able to knock down the Japanese airport.
Therefore, Xu Dalong’s mission in the first phase of the battle is to first weaken the Japanese and puppet troops in Baoding City, so that when the Eighth Route Army attacks the Japanese airport, they will be unable to provide reinforcements. Before the start of this battle, there were already Baoding underground party members and
The members of the special operations team were monitoring the area near the airport. If they saw the Japanese air force taking off, they would report it immediately.
Sanmu Jianyi now regarded the Air Force reinforcements as the only life-saving straw. After sending the telegram, although he knew that the telegram was translated and delivered to his brother-in-law, and then notified the Air Force in the direction of Baoding, the Air Force would then make preparations.
It took quite a while, but he still kept his eyes fixed on the sky, hoping that the Japanese planes would appear quickly.
Although the Chief of Staff was very contemptuous of Kuwaki Kenichi's behavior, he also regarded the air force as a life-saving straw and looked forward to the Japanese air force coming to support quickly.
After receiving the order from their superiors, the Japanese air force at Baoding Airport immediately began preparations. Soon after, bombers began to take off one after another.
When the Japanese military airport became busy, the special operations team responsible for surveillance had already sent a telegram to Xu Dalong. After receiving the report, Xu Dalong immediately issued an order to retreat to all units.
Sangmu Jianyi and the chief of staff were looking forward to the appearance of the air force, but suddenly found that the Eighth Route Army surrounding them had left the blocking positions they had constructed and began to evacuate.
They guessed that the Eighth Route Army must have discovered that the Japanese air force was preparing to dispatch, and had to retreat due to fear of being bombed. Both of them were very happy and immediately gathered their troops to retreat in the direction of Baoding.
The Japanese air force flew over and wanted to retaliate against the Eighth Route Army troops. Unfortunately, the large forces of the Eighth Route Army had already evacuated. Although they found some Eighth Route Army troops, they had already taken precautions and the troops were very scattered. The Japanese dropped
There were only a few casualties among the officers and soldiers of the Eighth Route Army due to aerial bombs. The Japanese air force did not want to continue wasting bombs and returned to the airport.
The battle in Gaobeidian ended victoriously. Although the Japanese and puppet troops who came out of Baoding were not completely wiped out this time, great results were still achieved.
In this battle, one Japanese infantry brigade and two puppet regiments were completely wiped out, and two other Japanese infantry brigade were severely damaged. In total, more than 7,000 enemy soldiers were wiped out, and a large amount of weapons and equipment were seized.
The leaders of the Fifth Army Division were very happy. They not only won a great victory, but the most important thing was that they knew that the troops in the Mahushan Military Division had arsenals and looked down upon the captured weapons of the Japanese and puppet troops.
Ammunition will definitely be left for them.
Sure enough, Xu Dalong gave all the captured weapons and ammunition to the troops in the Fifth Military Division. Ma Chao and others were very excited. Now they were not only able to form a third main regiment, but also added two more regiments.
It is also fully capable of this.
Xu Dalong and others came here just to keep up the time, and there was nothing else to do anyway.
The Japanese air force posed too great a threat to the troops of the Central Hebei Military Region, especially the Fifth Military Division. The leaders of the Fifth Military Division strongly advocated attacking Baoding Airport. Xu Dalong had no objections, so he and Ma Chao
, Li Changshui, Wei Dayong and others personally went to the Japanese airport to conduct reconnaissance.
Xu Dalong held a telescope and carefully observed the defense situation of the Japanese airport. After reading it, he couldn't help but shake his head slightly.
The Japanese airport has been attacked three times by Xu Dalong and others. The first two times they robbed a large number of military aircraft. Although the third time they did not seize the aircraft, they also caused serious damage to the airport.
In order to ensure the safety of the airport, the Japanese army specially strengthened its defenses. A large number of defenses were built around the airport, including six three-story gun towers, 24 bunkers, and many trenches were dug. Airport security forces
There is an infantry brigade and the airport's own security squadron. If it is attacked by force, it will definitely cause a large number of casualties to the Eighth Route Army troops.
To be honest, Xu Dalong was not willing to bite this hard nut. Originally, he and Li Changshui came here not to fight a big battle. It was just because the machine tools and equipment entered the base area of the Fifth Army Division, which led to a large-scale attack by the Japanese and puppet troops.
After attacking Gaobeidian, the Japanese army was forced to form an independent seventh brigade.
The Japanese army already knows that Xu Dalong's troops are now around Baoding. They have tightened their security on the airport. It is impossible to conduct a surprise attack. Attacking the airport is bound to be an arduous battle.
During the reconnaissance, Ma Chao had been paying attention to Xu Dalong's expression. Seeing him shaking his head, he couldn't help but feel a little disappointed. He believed in Xu Dalong's ability, and ordinary difficulties could not stump him. Only when he thought he was completely unsure would he
Shake his head.
However, he still held on to a glimmer of hope and asked: "Brother Dalong, do you think we can capture the Japanese airport?"
Xu Dalong shook his head again and said, "It's very difficult."
He pointed to the Japanese aircraft parked on the airport runway and continued: "Have you noticed? There are six bombers and two fighter jets parked on the airport runway. Such a duty level is very rare.
If we attack the Japanese airport, if we cannot capture it in time, these planes can take off immediately and bomb our troops attacking the airport. Now that there are so many gun towers and bunkers built on the airport, and perhaps bunkers, the Japanese army will
We are on high alert and it is impossible to capture the airport in a short period of time.
In addition to the Japanese aircraft on duty being able to take off quickly, it won’t be long before other Japanese aircraft on the airport can also take off to join the battle, and our army will definitely suffer heavy casualties.”
Ma Chao said reluctantly: "Isn't it possible to carry out a night attack?"
Xu Dalong still shook his head and said: "With the Japanese army on high alert, the effect of the attack cannot be achieved at night. Japanese aircraft can still take off and bomb, causing heavy casualties to our army. Therefore, I suggest that we should not use the idea of airport in the short term.
Already."
Seeing that Xu Dalong really had no intention of attacking the Japanese airport, Ma Chao, Gao Changwu and others felt very sorry, so they reported the situation to the leaders of the Jizhong Military Region. Soon, the Jizhong Military Region responded with a telegram, and the telegram stated
Said that the attack on the Japanese airport in Baoding was of great significance to the Central Hebei Military Region. However, the leaders were unwilling to force others to do something difficult, and it was not convenient for them to come forward to talk to Xu Dalong about this matter. They hoped that Ma Chao would have a good talk with Xu Dalong again and try to win him over.
Help me with this.
Ma Chao was also in a dilemma. He was very familiar with Xu Dalong and knew that he was a helpful person. If there were no special reasons, he would definitely not refuse to help the Jizhong Military Region. For a moment, he didn't know how to talk to Xu Dalong.
That afternoon, Ma Chao came to Xu Dalong and said that he wanted to invite him to his home for dinner. The excuse was that his lover heard that Xu Dalong was a famous anti-Japanese hero and wanted to meet him. Xu Dalong never refused the kindness of his friends and was very cheerful.
He agreed.
Ma Chao's lover is Li Ling, a primary school teacher. She has short, ear-length hair and a very energetic appearance. After meeting Xu Dalong, she shook hands with him enthusiastically and said with some surprise: "Captain Xu is so famous that today
Kou was frightened when he heard the news, he didn't expect to be so young."
Xu Dalong smiled modestly and said: "Sister-in-law is so complimentary. I am already 28 years old this year."
Li Ling is very interested in Xu Dalong and wants to chat with him more.
Ma Chao said: "Hurry up and cook a few dishes, boil a pot of wine, and let's talk slowly."
Li Ling responded and went down to prepare.
Soon after, the dishes were served. Li Ling drank two glasses of wine with Xu Dalong, and after a short chat, Ma Chao urged her to add more dishes.
Li Ling went to work reluctantly.
Xu Dalong saw that Ma Chao had something to say to him. He asked directly: "Mas Ling, are you in trouble? If so, as long as I can help, I will do my best.
But for."
Ma Chao said with some embarrassment: "Brother Dalong, let me tell you the truth. I received a telegram from the head of the Jizhong Military Region. I hope I can talk to you again about attacking the Japanese airport.
I am also very aware of the situation at the airport. It is indeed difficult to storm it. But this matter is very important to our Jizhong Military Region. The Jizhong Military Region is a large plain with convenient transportation, which is very suitable for the mechanized operations of the Japanese army. Our army
The development itself is very difficult.
The threat from Japanese aircraft is even greater. If we want to gather our troops and organize a big battle, we will soon be bombed by the Japanese air force. Life is really difficult. Therefore, the leaders of the Jizhong Military Region hope to
Completely destroy the Japanese airport in Baoding and eliminate the threat of the Japanese air force to our army. Just like your Eighth Route Army in Shanxi, you don’t have to worry about Japanese bombings during combat and can face-to-face with the Japanese without any scruples. Then
It feels so good.”
Xu Dalong felt a little sad when he heard Ma Chao's words. China's defense industry was backward. When the anti-Japanese armed forces fought against the Japanese army, they had no advantage in weapons and had to guard against bombings from the enemy's air force. This feeling was really uncomfortable.
He wanted to immediately agree to Ma Chao's plan to completely destroy the Japanese army's Baoding Airport.
However, Xu Dalong is a rational person. He knows that the Japanese airport is heavily fortified and a strong attack will inevitably suffer heavy losses. He will not go out and fight against the Japanese in a hurry.
After thinking for a while, he said: "Masling, don't be too anxious. It's not impossible to attack the Japanese airport, but you must have a complete combat plan."
Hearing Xu Dalong's words, Ma Chao saw hope. He believed in Xu Dalong. As long as he didn't refuse, he would definitely come up with a way to deal with the Japanese airport.
He immediately said: "Brother Dalong, this matter is up to you to decide, and we will fully cooperate with your actions."
At this point, Ma Chao felt relieved and urged: "Li Ling, you go and prepare a few more dishes. Brother Dalong and I want to have a few drinks."
Xu Dalong returned to the reception area, called Li Changshui, Sun Desheng and Wei Monk, and told the leaders of the Central Hebei Military Region and Ma Chao's intentions again.
Sun Desheng and Wei Monk did not express their opinions. Anyway, they would do whatever Xu Dalong said. Li Changshui also hoped to destroy the Japanese airport, but he also agreed with Xu Dalong's opinion and did not advocate a forced attack.
He thought about it for a while, then suddenly his eyes lit up and he said, "I have an idea, I wonder if it works?" Then he told his plan.