It doesn't matter, they want to take the lead, so just give the credit to them.
The goal is to capture the Korean Peninsula, defeat the Koreans, and destroy the Japanese pirates' military base. As long as this goal is achieved, Zhang Yi will be satisfied.
Besides, guarding the rear is indeed an important task.
"We obey Brother Yi's arrangements. It doesn't matter if we are the defenders," Shi Gandang scratched his head and said, "Hey, the question is, can they do it?"
Niu Ben was very angry at first, but suddenly he figured it out and laughed out loud: "Okay? That's bullshit! If they can break through those two lines of defense, I won't believe Niu!"
Xiaoliu was amused and said: "What Daniel said, we are allies and we should hope that others win. If they win, what is your last name?"
Seeing that Chen Yiyi was a little embarrassed, Zhang Yi spoke.
"Don't talk nonsense, Daniel. Soldiers must respect each other. The soldiers of Greater China are extremely tenacious in fighting. I think they will break through the defense line, but they will have to pay a high price."
Chen Yiyi nodded, his words were relatively objective.
At this moment, Zhang Yi's mood is quite complicated. It is a very unfortunate thing to watch the soldiers of Greater China die. However, if they are not allowed to hit a nail, they will not be able to lower their arrogant heads, and they will People who make things difficult for us everywhere.
Simply, let them go.
"In my opinion, Brother Chen should persuade Vice Premier Sun that Greater China's weapons are backward and there is no clever strategic plan. This battle will undoubtedly be lost," Fu Xiang said. , Vice Premier Sun will find trouble for you!"
"It makes sense," Zhang Yishen said with approval, "Please ask Brother Chen to go see Vice Premier Sun and just state the interests. If he changes his mind, it's still too late."
Zhang Yi knew that Vice Premier Sun would not change his mind, and asking Chen Yiyi to persuade him would help him avoid future troubles.
Chen Yiyi is a smart man, and he also knows that Zhang Yi has brought new weapons and can easily break through the defense line. Why should the soldiers die in vain?
So he went to the city to persuade Vice Premier Sun.
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Zhang Yi told the generals to prepare for battle.
Those two lines of defense were extremely strong. Zhang Yi also saw the Taegeuk flag of South Korea and the red sun flag of Japan. According to his judgment, the enemy's strength was at least 50,000.
Vice Premier Sun did not understand military affairs, but he was self-righteous. He did not know how to hide his strength, and even deliberately organized soldiers to conduct cross-river training outside Andong City to show off his power.
The enemy is stimulated and will definitely mobilize a large number of reinforcements.
"It is impossible to make a sudden attack and catch the enemy by surprise," Zhang Yi regretted. "With the expulsion of the Japanese pirates in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Fujian and Vietnam, they either went to the Ryukyu Islands or gathered in South Korea. There were a large number of them. Many enemies."
Zhang Yi pointed at the map and analyzed it for the generals.
"Based on a few clues, I can roughly judge that the total force that South Korea and the Japanese pirates can muster is no less than 500,000 to 600,000."
"We have 50,000 troops, and when we include Greater China's troops, there are only 150,000. Judging from the number, there is still a big disparity." Xiaoliu frowned.
"We can't count on Greater China," Niu Ben shook his head. "The most likely possibility is that we are one against ten, and they are watching from behind."
Zhang Yi couldn't help but nod, and reached out to pat Niu Ben on the shoulder. This brother was becoming more and more clever at using his brain.
Niu Ben's meaning was very clear. The Greater China Crossing River Operation would definitely fail. After that, Vice Premier Sun would tuck his tail between his legs and retreat to the rear, leaving Zhang Yi's army to take on the main offensive task.
Fighting with such a guy is simply a kind of torture. After 50,000 troops penetrate into the enemy's territory, it will be extremely dangerous if the rear area is unstable.
The Korean Peninsula is surrounded by the sea on three sides. Once South Korea and Japanese pirates cut off the retreat, it will be miserable. We will not be able to advance or retreat. If not, the entire army may be annihilated.
"Brother Yi, how about we bring in 100,000 new troops and launch an attack?" Xiaoliu suggested. At this time, as a female general in the officer corps, she could express her opinions without reservation.
"I think Chairman Zhang can carefully consider Her Royal Highness the Princess's suggestion." Fu Xiang believes that this is appropriate and cannot go deep alone!
"It's true that we have new weapons, which are mainly used to break down city walls and fortresses. In field battles, we still have to rely on bows and arrows and sabers!" Xiao Han said.
Zhang Yi nodded, he understood very well.
20 armored vehicles and 20 artillery pieces, plus thousands of artillery shells, can only destroy the enemy's strongholds. A large number of battles still have to rely on the strength of the soldiers and cold weapons.
However, with only 50,000 people arriving, the senior officials of Greater China were wary. They would not allow more people to come, nor would they agree to the entry of 100,000 troops.
"I want to mobilize more troops, but Greater China will not agree," Zhang Yi said. "We have to face the fact that we are outnumbered, 50,000 people versus 500,000 people."
The atmosphere became serious and everyone was silent for a moment.
"We didn't need many people to defeat the Tsar's army. We didn't have new weapons at that time." Shi Gandang said with a smile.
"Yes, why are you worried? We are not absolutely sure that my sworn brother will take us on this adventure?" Niu Ben said with a smile.
"That makes sense. You brought me here, so you don't have to worry." Xiaoliu said with a smile.
In fact, not many people were worried, mainly because Fu Xiang showed a worried look. While listening to the translator talking in his ear, Vajim stared at the wine bottle on the marching table. He did not pay attention to the short Korean at all. and Japanese pirates in their eyes.
A smile appeared on Zhang Yi's face, he picked up the jug and poured a glass of strong wine for everyone, specially giving the largest cup to Vajim.
"Everyone, as long as we move fast enough, we can reach the Tsushima Strait with lightning speed. Whether the enemy flees or lures them deep, we can fight all the way to the end. Then turn around and attack again The enemies staying in the rear will be wiped out. We are sure to eat these 500,000 people!" Zhang Yi said with a smile.
Everyone raised their glasses and drank it all in one gulp, all raising their heads and laughing.
Yi Ge is not absolutely sure and will not go deep into dangerous areas. Although there are many enemies, they are scattered everywhere. At the same time, there is also the possibility that Koreans and Japanese pirates will not cooperate well. As long as our army clenches into a fist and has a superb strategy Tactics can annihilate the enemy one by one.
There is nothing to worry about.
"Let's go to the river bank to inspect and find a suitable place to build a bridge to cross the river." Zhang Yi stood up and said.
Everyone stood up and followed Zhang Yi enthusiastically.
This is not to underestimate Vice Premier Sun. Tomorrow's battle across the river will definitely defeat him. Everyone is a veteran on the battlefield, so they have good judgment.