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Volume 1 On the Songhua River Chapter 1098: Fighting out of the country

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    Chapter 1098: Going abroad

    The war in Indochina was concentrated in Burma, and the war in Burma was focused on Mandalay. Part of the reason was that Tang Qiuli was fueling the flames, intending to release the remnants of Shoichi's army in the temple and out of Savage Mountain, blocking the only way for the British to withdraw westward to India.  Passage to Myitkyina.  .

    The main reason is that Alexander, the top military commander of the British in Indochina, harmed others but did not benefit himself. He wanted to lure the Japanese disaster to China in order to sell out China's interests in exchange for the security of British colonies in Southeast Asia. When the Japanese  After decisively attacking the British in Indochina, they tried to use the Chinese troops to ward off disasters for the British, scheming at every turn.

    As a result, the stone he lifted not only hit his own feet, but also sent the British Empire's forces in Southeast Asia into the encirclement of the Japanese army. More than 400,000 British and Burmese soldiers were surrounded by the Japanese Southeast Asia Expeditionary Force in Burma.  In Mandalay, an important city in the central region, as long as the Japanese are willing, it is not a difficult task to swallow hundreds of thousands of British troops with their skin and bones!

    Under this circumstance, Alexander took the American Stilwell, and Chairman Chiang's confidant Chen Cheng, and went to Tengchong, a small town on the border of Yunnan and Myanmar, in an attempt to suppress the Tang Dynasty as the deputy commander-in-chief of the Allied China Theater.  Qiu Li sent troops to Burma to rescue the surrounded British troops. As a result, Tang Qiuli made Alexander furious with one easy move.

    Looking forward to the stars and the moon, Alexander was so anxious that he finally got the chance to meet Tang Qiuli.  Huang Mao's big hand grasped Tang Qiuli's hand and shook it constantly. Those who didn't know the intimate relationship would have thought that the two were life-or-death friends whom they had not seen for many years.

    Alexander spoke in English, "Dear Vice Chairman Tang, we meet again in this beautiful city, which reminds me of pleasant past events. It is my honor to meet you!" With that, he came back.  A British gentleman bowed with as much respect as possible, completely different from the one he had just arrived in Tengchong.  .

    Chang Feng, who knew the details of the last negotiation with Alexander and Ebsen in Tengchong, couldn't help but smile. This British man is really not simple. He knows how to put down his posture when asking for help. Is it possible that he is very happy when he comes to Tengchong for the first time?  ?  It's a shame that he brought up the shameful thing, but no matter what performance he performed, the teacher would definitely defeat this guy.

    Chen Cheng on the side saw his blood boiling and muttered to himself, "Damn it, what the hell is this? Alexander was dictating to himself, shouting around, and frequently censuring him harshly, or forcing him.  , venting his dissatisfaction with Tang Qiuli, but facing Tang Qiuli, this British guy looked down and down. He is also Chinese, so why is the treatment so different? "

    Chen Cheng was full of slander, and Alexander himself was swallowing a gulp of blood. Only now did he know what it means to be stronger than others. He believed that he, as the first deputy commander-in-chief of the Allied Forces, could command any army in Southeast Asia, including  The Chinese government's army, even the American army, only Tang Qiuli's army, he did not dare to command even a horseman, nor could he command it.

    Alexander felt that he had lowered his stature enough, which was in line with the old Chinese saying, "It's hard to ask for help, it's hard to ask for help!" In order to achieve his goal, he didn't even dare to call Tang Qiuli's military division commander, but called him the highest  As the deputy chairman of the National Committee of the Communist Party of China, he did not show off to his superiors, so he naturally put aside the title of first deputy commander-in-chief of the Allied Forces China Theater.

    In fact, Tang Qiuli left him in Tengchong for several days. Alexander also figured out some feelings. I am afraid that his official title is worthless in Tang Qiuli's eyes. Thinking like this, he felt inferior first.  After three points, plus they came to ask for reinforcements, if they put on airs, they will definitely not get good results. Tang Qiuli and Chen Cheng are different Chinese people, and it is necessary to lower their posture.

    This was the first time Stilwell met Tang Qiuli. The American sphere of influence was concentrated in Luzon, Mindanao, Kalimantan and other places in the South Pacific, separated from mainland China by the South China Sea, and *  There was little or no interaction with the military commanders. He came to Tengchong entirely to take care of the traditional friendship with the British.  .

    If necessary, Stilwell would never want to have any kind of conflict with Tang Qiuli. This young general who walked in like a breeze, at first sight, made General Stilwell unforgettable for the rest of his life. He was a kind of superior person.  Or he has the magnanimity that only a person of great wisdom can have. No one will despise him because of his age. Alexander will probably suffer for what he did to Tang Qiuli.

    Chen Cheng was different. He hurriedly took a few steps forward, stood at attention with a "snap", his small body stood upright, and said loudly: "Report to Director Tang, Chen Cheng, Chief of Staff of the Nanjing Camp, has come to report and ask for instructions from the superior!"  Military style.

    ListCheng was very smart. Another position he called Tang Qiuli was to put himself in Tang Qiuli's subordinate position. After a while, the British and Tang Qiuli had a stalemate. He also had reasons and excuses to evade. He was Tang Qiuli's subordinate.  Qiu Li's subordinates could not control their boss's affairs, lest the matter would be fruitless, and the British would force themselves to suffer from both sides.

    Tang Qiuli showed respect to Chen Cheng and nodded. They were all Chinese. It was too embarrassing for him in front of foreigners. It was unreasonable. Regarding Alexander's enthusiasm, Tang Qiuli just smiled faintly and said, "It's rare that General Alexander still remembers him."  It¡¯s like the first time we met in Tengchong. This second time we meet, we are old friends. Don¡¯t be too polite. Please sit down!¡±

    Tang Qiuli had a great impression of General Stilwell. This American three-star general had contributed a lot to China's war of resistance in history. The Chinese Expeditionary Force retreated to Ramgarh in India.  The settlement, training, and re-equipment of the Chinese expeditionary force all depended on Stilwell's vigorous efforts, which enabled the Chinese Expeditionary Force to launch a major counterattack on Burma.

    All the soldiers of the Chinese Expeditionary Force will never forget what this upright American did for the Chinese Army. It is a pity that, because when Stilwell served as the chief of staff of the Allied China Theater, he strongly advocated that the United States  In addition to equipping the Central Army, the weapons and equipment to aid China must also be equipped with the Eighth Route Army and New Fourth Army units of the Communist Party of China.

    This offended Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, even the Americans. Later, Generalissimo Chiang did not hesitate to threaten to break relations with the Allies and asked the U.S. government to recall Stilwell. General Stilwell had to return home sadly.  Since then, he has faded out of the American world and disappeared. For such an American who once helped the Chinese, he deserves Tang Qiuli's respect.

    Tang Qiuli took the initiative to take a step forward, held Stilwell's hand, and said sincerely: "Welcome General Stilwell to Tengchong. Qiu Li went to inspect the troops and was delayed in returning today. I hope the general will forgive you. I hope  Have a nice stay in Tengchong!" Tang Qiuli used honorifics, and he believed that General Stilwell deserved such respect.

    Stilwell was a little overwhelmed by Tang Qiuli's enthusiasm. Stilwell could clearly see Tang Qiuli's attitude towards Alexander. He did not think that he had been of any help to Tang Qiuli. The two of them were  It was our first meeting, so Stilwell said cautiously: "Thank you Vice Chairman Tang for your warm hospitality. Tengchong is a beautiful town. I like it very much. Of course, this includes the Chinese here, such as General Chang."

    When Tang Qiuli and Stilwell were chatting enthusiastically, Alexander on the side looked straight-eyed. He couldn't help but glance at Stilwell suspiciously, and muttered to himself, "It's strange, why is Tang Qiuli treating Stilwell like this?"  "Enthusiasm, does this American have any behind-the-scenes dealings with the Chinese, especially Tang Qiuli, behind his back?"

    After greetings, everyone sat down. After Alexander introduced the dangerous situation in Mandalay in detail, he couldn't wait to say: "Your Excellency, Vice Chairman, we soldiers of the British Empire are eagerly looking forward to your help in Mandalay.  Send troops to Mandalay to break the Japanese encirclement," after saying that, he looked at Tang Qiuli with a hopeful look on his face.

    Chen Cheng and Stilwell's ears stood up. Listening to what Tang Qiuli said, in their opinion, Tang Qiuli would definitely put forward conditions. It was time for the British to bleed. They were shocked and almost fell off.  With his jaw set, Tang Qiuli replied without hesitation: "Yes, the troops of our ** division will enter Myanmar today."

    Alexander asked in disbelief, "Vice Chairman Tang, what you said is true? Then what are your requirements?" Tang Qiuli said with a smile: "There are no requirements, I just want to inform you, Master  The affiliated troops entered Burma to fight against Japan and acted independently without being restricted by any organization, including the Allied China Theater Headquarters.¡±

    Alexander nodded hurriedly and agreed without hesitation. How can it be so cheap to use other people's soldiers and still have to dictate? Besides, who can command a rebellious person like Tang Qiuli?

    Tang Qiuli continued: "General Alexander, what I need to remind you is that the situation in Mandalay must be controlled. Otherwise, your team will inevitably have unexpected changes, such as attacking the Japanese army behind your back."  Surrender, then our ** division troops will be in a very embarrassing situation! "

    Tang Qiuli's words were obvious enough. I can't trust you British people. Don't let me send troops when the time comes. You British people surrendered en masse in an uproar. Alexander's face turned red and he swore that no soldiers would surrender to the Japanese.  Regarding the incident, he had already telegraphed General Francis, Chief of Staff, to strictly control the troops.

    The matter was decided in this way. In the eyes of Alexander, Stilwell and Chen Cheng, the most difficult thing to do was settled in a few words, giving them an unreal dreamlike feeling.

    The night we decided to send troops,The army's more than 100,000 troops finally fought their way out of the gate and entered Burma under Alexander's expectant gaze. However, the target they pounced on was not Mandalay, which Alexander expected.

    (To be continued)

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