Wiping the dust that fell on the wooden table with his hand, Yang Guofu took out his lighter and took out a cigarette, lit one by himself, took two puffs and said with a self-deprecating smile: "Haha, these little devils are really

They looked down on us and razed our place to the ground the first time. However, yesterday and today they bombed us one after another. I really don’t know what else we have in Yutai County that is worthy of the Japanese wasting bombs like this!"

As early as the end of July, the Japanese carried out a devastating carpet bombing of Changshan County, using not only a large number of heavy aerial bombs, but also a large number of sulfur bombs. At that time, Yutai County had been almost razed to the ground, except for the city wall.

And some permanent defenses can still play a role, but other residential buildings, barracks and other buildings have basically been destroyed by the bombing.

Ye Gengxin said in amusement: "Since the little devils like to blow up, let them blow up. It's all a pile of ruins anyway. We won't lose money on this deal, and it can be considered as sharing some pressure with the friendly forces!" "That's right!

That's right, those who are barefoot are not afraid of those who wear shoes. As long as the person is fine, everything else is a trivial matter!" Huo Shilian smiled and took out a bag of big Qianmen from his pocket and said: "Come on, Commander Ma, let's take one too!"

"Thank you!" Ma Yaonan was not polite. He took the cigarette and started smoking. After a while, he suddenly said: "I'm afraid things are not that simple. The Japanese are neither blind nor stupid. Such a large-scale bombing must be a new move.

"It should be like this. Yesterday the Japanese were too confident and dispatched thousands of fighter jets to cripple the Shandong Army Flying Tigers at once, but they hit a wall again."

I think they will definitely make tactical adjustments. Maybe they will play a trick of encircling the spot and calling for reinforcements today!" Yang Guofu nodded, looked at Ma Yaonan and others with some worry and said: "If this is the case, we weaklings will

Persimmon will definitely have to bear the brunt again, but we really can’t stop the Japanese’s frontal attack now, right?”

Huo Shilian took a deep breath and said: "Yes, in this case, we will face a severe test again, and maybe we will have to fight guerrilla warfare again!" The more Huo Shilian said, the less confident he became. He was really flattering himself by saying that he was fighting guerrilla warfare, because

Currently, three to four hundred thousand elite Japanese troops have gathered in Shandong, surrounding the entire Shandong Peninsula.

The situation in Shandong has long been different from the previous Anti-Japanese War situation. Let alone not breaking out of the encirclement at all, even if the breakout is successful, there will be no conditions for guerrilla warfare! "..."

Ma Yaonan and others were silent. This was what they were most worried about. If the Japanese attacked in a large-scale frontal attack, they would definitely not be able to withstand it, but if they retreated, the problem would also be serious. Although there are currently two cities in Yutai County and Jinxiang County

The county seat has been severely destroyed, but it can still be defended after simple repairs. Moreover, there are many surrounding villages, small towns where troops can be stationed, and large areas of farmland that can provide food supplies.

Although such conditions are not as good as the previous peak state, they can still be regarded as a base for the anti-Japanese revolution. If they lose this base, they can only retreat to the Huben Army defense area and live a life of "depending on others". This is very difficult for Huo Shilian and others.

Honestly, it's really hard to accept.

This is not only a matter of face, but more importantly, there is no territory. If the team wants to maintain it, it will consume a lot of supplies, and these things will not fall from the sky! "Report! An urgent message has been sent from the Shandong Army Headquarters!"

At this moment, a communications staff officer rushed into the command room with a message. "Quick, show it to me!"

Ma Yaonan was not polite and quickly reached out to take the telegram. When he lowered his head and looked at it, he was stunned: "It is reported that the Japanese are about to dispatch a large number of army troops to launch a general offensive in Qidong, Zouping, Changshan, Zichuan, Boshan and other counties. The enemy force is huge.

It is also equipped with a large number of heavy siege artillery. In view of the fact that your unit fought bloody battles with the Japanese army for many days and suffered severe air attacks, the city defenses were destroyed, and the troops suffered heavy casualties, we sincerely invite your unit to move to Yidu County for rest and recuperation..."

"What? Commander Jiang wants us all to retreat to Yidu County?" "Ah? This!" "Commander Jiang is really anxious!" Huo Shilian and others gathered around. After reading the message, they were all extremely moved, but in their hearts

There are still many contradictions, and various thoughts are constantly swirling and fighting in my mind.

After a while, Ma Yaonan said in a deep voice: "My mood is the same as everyone else's. I don't want to be a deserter and don't want to give up the base we bought with our blood and lives. But the enemy we face is too powerful! Even if we try our best, we still can't.

There is no way to hold on to the base, and I don’t think such a sacrifice is worth it!”

Huo Shilian nodded and said: "That's right. For the sake of national liberation and the fight against Japan and national salvation, we can shed our lives and blood, but we must pay attention to strategy. We don't have much heavy equipment and we don't have air superiority, and most of our defense fortifications have been blown up. It's really not appropriate.

Fight to the death with the Japanese!" "It is related to the life and death of thousands of soldiers of the third detachment. We must be cautious and must not act out of impulse!"

"If you want to hurt someone, you have to take your fist back first!" "In that case, let's vote with a show of hands and raise our hands if we agree to retreat to Yidu County for rest!" "Okay, since we have decided to retreat to Yidu.

, then take action immediately! All supplies that can be taken away must be taken away, and you must not leave a bullet or a grain of food for the devils!"

"Also, all the fortifications that should be blown up will be blown up. We will eventually fight back!" With Jiang Qiang's proactive invitation, most of the psychological barriers of Ma Yaonan and others were eliminated. After several discussions and discussions,

Everyone quickly reached a consensus.

"Report to the headquarters, Commander Ma has called and agreed to retreat to Yidu to rest!" "Very good, call Commander Ma back, and our department will send a convoy to meet you!" Jiang Qiang smiled. Before that, he was really worried about Ma Yaonan and the others.

If a person refuses to accept his invitation because of his face, there is no guarantee that history will not repeat itself.

After a pause, Yang Fan looked at Huang Hong and said: "Immediately confirm contact and ask about our own losses. There will be a tough battle soon!" In order to prevent the Japanese from large-scale air raids and shelling, counties adjacent to the Japanese war zone

The city's permanent population is not large, and it is mainly composed of garrison troops, with corresponding government agencies, medical institutions, military supplies, etc.

As an infrastructure maniac with no shortage of steel, cement, manpower and equipment, Jiang Qiang adopted high standards and strict requirements to build these towns into military fortresses, with very strong defense capabilities and endurance. According to common sense, even if

Even with all their might, the Japanese couldn't even think of causing heavy casualties to the Shandong Army's defenders through bombing.

However, Jiang Qiang was still very worried, because he was not afraid of ten thousand, but he was afraid of the worst. Only through practical testing can the most realistic results be obtained. "Ding-ding-ding-ding!"

The phone rang. Jiang Qiang took it out and saw that it was Li Jinglin. He immediately answered the call and asked, "Why, I can't wait anymore?" "My parents are the ones who gave birth to me, and they know who I am!"

On the other end of the phone, Li Jinglin laughed heartily and said: "Brothers of the Flying Tigers are all ready to go. We are just waiting for the command from the general manager. This time we will beat the little devil to death!" Jiang Qiang said with a smile: "You are determined to fight.

and will are worthy of commendation, but the situation is different today. The Japanese have changed their bombing strategy and only targeted several counties in Qixia County far away from Jinan and Zhaoyuan for large-scale bombing.

Even if you take off to join the war now, it will be too late to intercept, and you might fall into the enemy's plan, so you still need to wait for the opportunity!" Hearing this, Li Jinglin nodded quickly and said: "I understand! The Flying Tigers will wait patiently for the President.

I will give you the order to attack, and I guarantee you will come as soon as you are called, and you will be able to fight when you come, and you will win the battle!"

Li Jinglin's words were sonorous and powerful, full of fighting spirit. He really wanted to go back to the past, where he could personally fly fighter jets to participate in air battles, and fight bloody battles with Japanese planes to the end. But his strength did not allow it. As a dignified Shandong Group Army Air Force Lieutenant General Commander,

, Li Jinglin cannot completely act according to his own wishes and enjoy grudges.

Otherwise, if you fail to show off, you will be fooled. It doesn't matter that Li Jinglin himself died for his country heroically, but the death of a lieutenant general division commander will be a heavy blow to the entire Shandong Army. Therefore, the Shandong Army can only hold on to its temper and command from behind.

Baoding Japanese Army Headquarters. Toshiro Kinoshita reported to Shunhui Tada: "Your Excellency, Commander, the air raid operation has come to an end. This time, 245 bombers were dispatched, focusing on Putai County, Qingcheng County, Qidong County, and Zouping County.

Changshan County, Zichuan County, and Boshan County carried out high-intensity bombing, with a total of more than 80 tons of bombs dropped.

During the bombing process, the Imperial Air Corps was severely bombarded by the Shandong Army's air defense forces. A total of 9 bombers were lost and 12 bombers were seriously damaged.

In addition, so far, no movement of the Chinese Air Force has been found!" "Baga! The aviation regiment has suffered a lot of losses!" Shun Tada frowned. In one air strike, 9 aircraft were destroyed and 12 were seriously damaged. This loss is really not counted.

Small, although the results should be far greater than the losses, Tada Shun still couldn't help but feel the pain.

Because there is no harm without comparison, when performing bombing missions in other theaters, the Japanese Air Force basically suffered zero losses, while in Shandong, several aircraft were knocked down every time it bombed. This made Tada Shun feel extremely uncomfortable! Okabe

Naozaburo spoke in a low tone: "The enemy's intelligence work is extremely powerful. Based on the current situation analysis, they already know our army's combat intentions!

If the enemy's ground radar network is not destroyed, it may be difficult for the Imperial Air Force to find the best combat opportunity and achieve the combat strategy of annihilating its air force at the minimum cost." Kawabe Shozo nodded in frustration: "This is not surprising at all.

Our enemy is powerful and cunning, otherwise the Imperial Army would not have suffered losses at his hands so many times that it is still helpless against it now!"

"That's enough, don't let other people's ambitions destroy your own prestige! As the old Chinese saying goes, when we meet on a narrow road, the brave will win. With the powerful military strength of the Japanese Empire, as long as we fight steadily, we will be able to completely eliminate this hateful enemy!" Tada Shun was extremely dissatisfied!

He waved his hands patiently, and then said murderously:

"This time we are going to crush them with absolute strength. If the Chinese Air Force cannot retreat, then we will smash their defense lines bit by bit. I don't believe that Jiang Qiang will give up these towns that he has worked so hard to build and watch the imperial army

The defending troops were annihilated one by one. If the Chinese Air Force dares to join the battle, the Japanese Air Corps will wait and see for them to come back!" "What the Commander said is absolutely true!" "That's right! In the face of absolute strength, everything can be done.

Stratagems are in vain!” “The Japanese Empire will surely win!”

Okabe Naosaburo and other old devils all praised him. Tada Shun suddenly stood up and shouted loudly: "Give me the order, all combat units will immediately launch attacks according to the plan, and the aviation regiment will be on standby to participate in the battle at any time!" "Hai!"

The Japanese Empire is on board!" Shun Tada gave the order, and the old devils stood up one after another and ordered their orders.

Immediately afterwards, the Japanese troops who had been prepared for a long time divided into five groups and launched an attack on Boshan County, Zichuan County, Changshan County, Zouping County, and Qidong County. At this time, the anti-Japanese troops stationed in Changshan County and Zouping County

The third guerrilla detachment has begun to fortify the walls and clear the fields, clear out supplies, and blow up fortifications.

Boshan County, Zichuan County, and Qidong County were in full readiness, ready for a bloody battle with the Japanese. Two hours later, the Japanese vanguard troops arrived at the front line one after another, and then attacked the Shandong Group Army under the cover of tanks and artillery.

The position launched an attack. Although the Flying Tigers did not come to participate in the battle, the Shandong Army defenders had long been fully prepared for war. Facing the menacing Japanese troops, they only had strong morale and soaring fighting spirit, but did not have the slightest fear or anxiety.

Because each defense zone is not only defended by at least one brigade of troops, but also has a strong and solid permanent defense system. There is no need to worry about the Japanese aircraft and artillery bombardment. At the same time, there are also minefields laid out at the front of the defense zone, and a large number of mines are laid.

The little Japs will suffer heavy casualties before they even get close to them. Waizui Mountain Fortress in Boshan County.

"The little Japs are finally here! Give me the order, please calm down. No one is allowed to fire the first shot without my order!" Standing at an observation post on the top of the mountain, Xie Kangquan picked up his telescope and clearly saw that the Japs' leading troops had entered the fortress.

The range of the main gun can blow up the Japanese troops with just one shot.

But Xie Kangquan did not panic at all. He no longer had the panic and helplessness of the past, and only had lofty ideals and happiness. In the battle of Dezhou Guards, Xie Kangquan and Jiang Qiang formed a deep comrade-in-arms friendship through life and death, and they were absolutely inferior in terms of military strength.

Under the circumstances, it dealt a heavy blow to the Japanese army. After completing the mission of holding on, Xie Kangquan resolutely joined the Shandong Group Army and went to Zhaoyuan, thousands of miles away, under Jiang Qiang's repeated persuasion and invitation.

Nowadays, Xie Kangquan has been promoted from battalion commander to lieutenant general division commander. He has three infantry brigades under his jurisdiction and is responsible for garrisoning Boshan County and Zichuan County. It can be said that his life has reached a new pinnacle. And today, after being promoted to division commander, he is fighting against the Japanese.

Xie Kangquan paid special attention to the first battle of the army. After receiving the information, he personally visited the Waizui Mountain Fortress to inspect and take command.

"Brothers, today I must kill a few more little Japs to comfort your souls in heaven." Looking at the Japanese troops advancing in the distance, Xie Kangquan couldn't help but think of all the sufferings of being passively beaten during the anti-Japanese war, and of the constant sacrifices and falls.

His life and death comrades, his heart could not help but be filled with hatred and fighting spirit. "Well! The little devils really don't know life and death. They dare to come here to run wild. Today, we must kill them and fight a beautiful victory. Let these little devils know

Our 10th Division is awesome!"

Zhang Zhenshu, commander of the 28th Brigade, was also in a very excited mood. Not to mention anything else, the Waizui Mountain Fortress at his feet was enough to stop thousands of Japanese troops. The Waizui Mountain Fortress and the Longgang Mountain Fortress were on the same level.

The fort can withstand direct hits from 3 tons of aerial bombs and is equipped with a 305mm twin turret with a maximum range of 44 kilometers.

The artillery aiming and loading are all electric, while manual operation is also retained. 17 electric motors drive the huge 1,460-ton turret to rotate 360 ​​degrees. The entire turret can control about 5,000 square kilometers of land. Of course, this is only an ideal state.

Talking about the preciousness of artillery shells, not to mention the hit rate and shelling speed, there is no way to control all targets within the effective range just by looking at the range of vision.

However, the powerful explosive power and range are enough to make the enemy feel fearful and helpless! The entire fort is 130 meters long and 50 meters wide; the ammunition depot, power station, living area, weapons room, etc. are all hidden in a 6-meter-thick reinforced concrete shell.

, covered with 506 mm thick steel armor. The command center is 650 meters away, hidden 37 meters underground, connected to the turret through underground passages, and there are 6 hidden observation posts.

In addition to the powerful main fort on the top of the mountain, the entire fortress also has two semi-circular defenses, deploying 6 anti-aircraft guns and 8 anti-aircraft machine guns for air defense, 10 heavy machine gun forts to prevent infantry sneak attacks, and dozens of cannons of different calibers.

A large number of heavy firepower such as field artillery, level artillery, and combat anti-aircraft artillery. In addition, there are a large number of solid defense systems in Boshan County, as well as more than 10,000 elite troops and a regiment of armored forces, which can interact with each other at any time.

Rush for reinforcements and even launch a counterattack against the Japanese.

The Japanese independent mixed 10th Brigade was responsible for attacking Boshan County. It was organized in Jinan in January 1939 and was affiliated with the 12th Army. The current brigade commander Mizuno Nobu. After receiving the order to attack, Mizuno Nobu led the troops from

Departing from Penang County, they headed north along the road under the guidance of a tank squadron. More than an hour after setting off, Mizuno Nobu followed the troops and stopped temporarily in a village about 20 kilometers away from the Waizui Mountain Fortress.
To be continued...