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Volume 1 On the Songhua River Chapter 1686 Ito Yanzaburo¡¯s Skills

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    Lieutenant General Yoshihiko Haruta, who was already in an extremely bad mood, exploded when he heard these words from his chief of staff. Why, could it be that he was still pretending to be a grandson in front of the old guy Ito?  This matter was originally his fault, how could I endure it?

    Hashimoto's words just ignited the anger in Haruta Yoshihiko's heart. He stared at the bull's eye and roared in a low voice: "Hashimoto-kun, please don't persuade me. As a soldier of the Empire of Japan, I am not afraid of dying on the battlefield, but I am afraid that someone will die on the battlefield."  I took the opportunity to retaliate and stab myself in the back. If Ito doesn¡¯t give me and the 14th Army an explanation, I will report the matter directly to the General Staff of the base camp and even His Majesty the Emperor. For this, I will not hesitate to lose my official position!  "

    Although Haruta Yoshihiko suppressed his voice, the resentment that popped out of his throat was very loud. The division commanders of other units around him vaguely heard it and couldn't help but cast strange eyes on Haruta Yoshihiko and Hashimoto.  Ichiro, I'm wondering why Lieutenant General Haruta's face is as ugly as a pig's liver, and he looks like he wants to eat people. Who is he talking about? Today's war situation review meeting is probably going to be a good show.

    Chief of Staff Hashimoto smiled helplessly, "Yes, my boss, who has a rude personality and a brave spirit, has lost his temper again. Even if you want to fight with General Ito, you have to find another occasion. This is a military meeting.  If you are charged with any crime, you will have to go around saying, "You are unlucky, can I follow suit?"  Hashimoto thought hard about his words and wanted to persuade his boss.

    At this time, the tent door curtain opened, and four senior staff officers walked in.  One of the commanders took a step forward.  Shouting loudly: "Everyone stand up, Commander-in-Chief Ito is here!"

    Afterwards, General Ito Yanzaburo, accompanied by Chief of Staff Major General Kawashima, Shi Shiran came in. It seemed that General Ito looked good and his face was red.  With a proud expression on his face, he looked at the generals standing upright, glanced around, and said in a friendly tone: "Gentlemen, please sit down, there is no need to be polite!"

    When General Ito looked at everyone, Lieutenant General Haruta Yoshihiko's eyes met him without flinching.  His eyes were filled with provocation and trouble-seeking, and he looked like he would go all out to make a big fuss, but Chief of Staff Hashimoto, who was paying attention to the two of them, was frightened. He hurriedly reached out secretly and yanked Haruta Yoshihiko's clothes and legs.

    Of course Lieutenant General Yoshihiko Haruta¡¯s gaze could not escape General Ito¡¯s eyes.  He also knew in his heart where Haruta's anger came from. To be honest, Ito didn't think highly of generals like Haruta Yoshihiko.  Without a strategy and a simple mind, it is just a fool's errand!  The only saving grace.  It means commanding operations with a brave style.

    However, General Ito has countless ways to subdue such a person, making him loyal to himself and becoming a good thug. When he first came to Luzon Island, the reason for the unhappiness he caused was still on himself, because he acted too hastily.

    After the generals sat down, General Ito turned his attention to Lieutenant General Haruta Yoshihiko. Lieutenant General Haruta immediately cocked his neck like a fighting cock with an unconvinced look on his face, preparing to confront the old guy Ito head-on. Unexpectedly, Ito  The general's next words and actions shocked all the senior Japanese generals who attended the meeting, including Haruta Yoshihiko himself!

    Ito looked at Lieutenant General Haruta Yoshihiko with sincere eyes, bowed slightly, and then said: "Haruta-kun, I'm sorry for causing you and your subordinates to be wronged. Please accept my most sincere apology!"

    The Japanese generals were all stunned, as if they were five miles away from the clouds. Commander-in-Chief Ito, what tricks are you playing? What wrongs did Yoshihiko Haruta suffer?

    Lieutenant General Haruta Yoshihiko himself was even more surprised. He was turned to stone. His mouth was half-opened and he looked blankly at Commander-in-Chief Ito, who was bowing to him. What was the situation?  he asked himself.

    General Ito was very satisfied with the effect he had created. Without waiting for the generals to come to their senses, he continued: "Gentlemen, everyone must be aware of today's situation. Our Imperial Japanese Army took the initiative to launch an attack on the US military. Although  It did not break through the US military's defense line, but it inflicted heavy damage on the US military. This is the result of the efforts of everyone here! "

    "It is particularly worth mentioning that Haruta-kun's troops attacked the most important targets, Lucena and Caravag, and paid the highest price. It can be said that without the heroic fighting of Haruta-kun's troops, there would be nothing.  There will be no results today, and it will not be conducive to the implementation of the next plan!¡±

    Wait, what do you mean?  The other Japanese generals couldn't understand. The Fourteenth Army suffered the most casualties and failed to gain an inch of territory. With the same results, the Fourteenth Army, which suffered the most casualties, became an example of hard work and merit. What about us?  Commander-in-Chief Ito, could it be that he had a few too many drinks last night and was still hungover, so what he said was ironic or nonsense?

    Ito did not give the generals time to think, and continued: "In today's battle, in the direction of the attack of the Fourteenth Army, Haruta-kun's commanding artThe brave fighting spirit of the officers and soldiers of the Fourteenth Army could have broken through the defense line of the U.S. Third Army, occupied Lucena and Karavague, and divided the U.S. defense line into two. However, the Fourteenth Army was violently bombed by U.S. aircraft.  , when Mr. Springfield asked me for help, I refused without hesitation. Do you know why?  "

    Oh, I see. The Japanese generals all understood it now. No wonder Yoshihiko Haruta was so angry just now, just like a cockfight. The root cause is here. At the same time, they were confused again. Yes, this matter is on their own.  , it is also the boss who is uncomfortable and even resentful. The dispatched troops have more than a thousand planes, why can't they be sent out to shoot down or drive away the American planes?

    The casualties of more than 6,000 people in the Fourteenth Army turned out to be caused by Commander-in-Chief Ito. Yoshihiko Haruta also realized from the confusion just now, yes, I really want to know the reason. If Commander-in-Chief Ito  , the reasons I gave are not enough to convince everyone, I will still break up with you, don¡¯t look at the way you bowed and apologized just now, it¡¯s useless!

    General Ito continued: "There is only one reason, that is, I want to wipe out the two aviation groups of the US Army's Southwest Pacific Theater in the Calais Mountains battlefield. The space on the Luzon Island battlefield is small, and the empire has concentrated hundreds of thousands of soldiers.  The U.S. military's aircraft pose a great threat to us. If we do not attack, this threat will not be obvious yet. Once the imperial army wants to achieve its campaign objectives, the first thing it must solve is the U.S. military's air power! "

    "The main bombing area of ????the US military aircraft today is the direction of the attack of Haruta-kun's troops. Under such circumstances, Haruta-kun's troops also achieved the result of inflicting heavy losses on the US Third Army. Shouldn't I praise the 14th Army?  Their heroic attack forced the Americans to invest a large number of aircraft. In the next few days, the imperial army's offensive would increase in intensity, forcing the Americans to invest all their aircraft on the battlefield in the Calais Mountains.  ¡±

    "Then, I will concentrate all the aviation forces of the dispatched army, and use the absolute superior force to annihilate the US air power in the airspace of the Calais Mountains. Gentlemen, only by gaining air supremacy can we successfully implement the base camp at the minimum cost.  The reason why I refused to send planes to support Mr. Haruta¡¯s plan is because the number of planes invested by the US military did not meet the requirements of annihilation in one fell swoop. Gentlemen, do you understand? "

    General Ito's words made the Japanese generals wake up from their dreams. The actual situation was indeed the case. The density of the attacking troops was too high. If an American plane dropped a bomb, it would cause huge casualties to the imperial soldiers. It could completely  To deal with the American air power, ground combat, and the brave and skilled Imperial Japanese Army troops, who are you afraid of?

    I don't know which general took the lead, and applauded first. Then, there was a burst of thunderous applause, which almost overturned the tent. He looked at General Ito with eyes full of admiration. This strategy was very high, and Lieutenant General Yoshihiko Haruta even more so.  It's like an enlightenment.

    He stood up, bowed deeply towards General Ito, and said with shame: "Your Excellency, Commander-in-Chief, please forgive me for being so stupid. I did not understand your good intentions, but instead felt resentful. Please punish me, Commander-in-Chief."  , From now on, Haruta will obey all your orders. It is Haruta's honor to serve on the battlefield under the command of the Commander-in-Chief and for the great aspirations of the Empire of Japan and His Majesty the Emperor!"

    After saying that, Yoshihiko Haruta shed a few tears. Everyone could see that this arrogant guy was truly moved and ashamed. General Ito was also excited and reached out to the two senior Japanese generals.  His hands were held tightly together, just like a Japanese version of a general and a prime minister. Whether it was a false sentiment or Ito was deliberately acting, he achieved what he wanted anyway and subdued Haruta, a hot-tempered person.  Guy.

    There was another burst of thunderous applause. All the Japanese generals were moved. Their hearts were filled with boundless fighting spirit. They saw the close cooperation and friendship between the senior generals of the Empire of Japan. It was so touching.  Things like this can only happen in the army that has inherited the soul of the emperor. As for the self-esteemed generals in the navy, they are good at intrigues and there will never be such a scene of sincere cooperation.

    Many Japanese generals, while being moved, did not forget to belittle the navy. This is also the practice of the army. Of course, the same is true for the navy. Anyway, they dislike each other, look down on each other, not to mention have bad tempers, and talk back to each other when they meet. Then  There are some exaggerations, and it is common to compete behind the scenes, use dirty tricks, and make things difficult. The discomfort of the other party is your greatest pleasure!

    General Ito calmed down his agitated mood, and his tone became high-pitched, and he said: "Gentlemen, this is just the beginning of our Empire of Japan's Southwest Pacific Expedition Force's victory. There is also better news, which will be sent by Kawashima.  Chief of Staff, please inform everyone!"

    (To be continued)
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