Chapter 46
Under the illumination of countless braziers and torches, these 100,000 people were all divided into infantry battalions and stood in front of Zhang Wenbin.
Zhang Wenbin took a torch and held it in his hand. As he walked among these teams, he said,"Not bad! You have completed the formation mission within eight hours. This was something worth celebrating.
However, this is just the beginning. We will encounter many fierce battles, bitter battles, and even bloody battles. But I firmly believe that the final victory will belong to us. It will definitely belong to China.
After thousands of years of history, our dynasty has suffered countless hardships. In the end, our ancestors relied on their unwavering will to survive. Now it's our turn. I believe that our ancient country will eventually survive and stand tall again in the world.”
As soon as he finished speaking, Zhang Wenbin turned around and walked back to the front. He said loudly,"We will now distribute the weapons and ammunition in order. Infantry Battalion 1, Infantry Battalion 2, Infantry Battalion 3, Infantry Battalion 4, Infantry Battalion 5, Infantry Battalion 6, Infantry Battalion 7, Infantry Battalion 8, Infantry Battalion 9, Infantry Battalion 10, come forward to collect your weapons and ammunition!”
Tonight was destined to be a historic night for Zhang Wenbin. Tonight, he had an additional 100,000 troops under his command. Although they lacked heavy weapons, although they lacked cannons, although they were still very young!
However, they were the kindling. They were Zhang Wenbin's kindling. They were Zhang Wenbin's witnesses in this era. They would also witness the moment when Zhang Wenbin ascended to supreme power in the future!
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On the 18th, the Japanese's 6th and 9th divisions left Shahe Town and repaired the tracks that had been pulled out.
At this moment, something unexpected happened. Logically speaking, Tang Keqin's 20th Legion should have gone south to Chuzhou to receive Zhang Wenbin. However, Tang Keqin's 20th Legion did not move. After they arrived at Dingyuan County, they had been staying here.
Tang Keqin sent a message to Zhang Wenbin and asked him to go north immediately. The 20th Legion would receive him here.
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"Regiment Commander, this Tang Keqin is indeed as the rumors say. He doesn't want to go south because he's afraid that his troops will be surrounded by the Japanese!”
Wang Yiqiu looked at the telegram sent by Tang Keqin's 20th legion and couldn't help but twitch his lips.
"I know Tang Keqin. He's only loyal to the chairman." Zhang Wenbin shook his head slightly. He thought he would be safe as long as the Generalissimo protected him. Therefore, he would not risk the 20th Legion being surrounded and go south.
The two divisions of the Japanese had left Shahe Town, but who knew where they were?”
Tang Keqin's 20th legion was called a legion, but at this point in time, it was actually a different kind of legion. It was just that his composition and organization wasn't an army.
A legion in the direct line of descent of the national army could not be given the title of a legion just by hanging a plaque.
The title of the army was mainly for the new weapons.
For example, Tang Keqin's 20th legion was the chairman's direct line of descent. There were many soldiers in the 20th legion.
There were air defense, armor, artillery, and many other types of soldiers.
The 20th legion had an armored regiment equipped with more than 20 old-fashioned tanks. They were all defective products that were discarded by other countries, and they were even grandfather-level ones.
There was also a heavy artillery battalion, equipped with six 105mm howitzers and two 122mm howitzers. They were also equipped with six 75mm field cannons. These cannons were exchanged with tungsten mines and the Germanic countries.
In addition, there was an air defense camp with more than 20 air defense cannons. The model and caliber of the anti-air cannon could not be found. He couldn't find the model of the heavy artillery battalion in front either. He only knew the caliber and the approximate number.
In terms of basic infantry configuration, the 20th legion had two infantry divisions, and the total strength of the legion was about 40,000 people.
His establishment was much smaller than the average army group, but the configuration was more complete. It could be said that it was a new attempt by the national army. As for the exact composition of the 20th legion, it was really hard to find out. Even though I flipped through the books, I was unable to find out the specific details. I could only find some information in some places. He felt that perhaps the author of the book did not know about this.
It must have been because there were many changes in the army during those years, and there were often reorganizations and reorganizations. The 20th division did not exist for long, and was forced to change due to the war in 1938. Therefore, the information left behind, or perhaps I am not too clear about their composition, can only make a rough guess about the specific composition of the 20th division. Please do not argue!
"It's just a team leader. How are we going to fight now?”
Wang Yiqiu looked at Zhang Wenbin and asked.
"There's no rush. This matter can't be rushed. Let's see if Chief Dai has any information. In addition, our scouts will also spread out a little wider, expanding the scope of their investigation. The two Japanese Regiments have disappeared. I think they should have changed directions and continued to hide.
However, it's best for them to continue hiding like this. This will give us enough time.”
When Zhang Wenbin said this, he suddenly stopped and looked at the Second Battalion Commander, Zhou Chengyi."How are the preparations for the newly formed infantry battalions?”
"Guild Leader, don't worry! They were already in the midst of taking action. But is it really okay to do this?"
Zhou Chengyi asked worriedly.
"We have to do this. If we don't do this, we'll be too passive. Fighting the Japanese in the wilderness without artillery or air force was not a battle, it was suicide. Let's drag it out! He should be able to delay for half a day.
If Tang Keqin doesn't come down, we'll do it ourselves. If they went north rashly, it would be strange if they were not attacked by the Japanese.”
The others nodded.
On the afternoon of the 18th, the Japanese in Jinling City sent another message, asking Zhang Wenbin to release Prince Asaka and Yamada Tsuji as promised, and return the flag.
That afternoon, Zhang Wenbin called back and said that they had two divisions nearby. He felt uneasy and his life could not be guaranteed. He asked the two divisions of the Japanese to appear in the Shenshan Forest southwest of Chuzhou.
Furthermore, it was set to be on the night of the 19th. They would meet at the Divine Mountain Forest. For safety reasons, both of their divisions had to appear in their sights.
The Japanese in Jin Ling City didn't hesitate. Less than half an hour after this telegram was sent, the next telegram was sent, agreeing to Zhang Wenbin's request.
This made Zhang Wenbin happy, but he also began to be on guard. Moreover, Chuzhou City was also preparing for the war.
At the same time, the 16th division of the Japanese that was heading to Xuyi County suddenly marched south and moved closer to Chuzhou.
Both sides had their own plans.
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