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Volume 1 On the Songhua River Chapter 1918 Stop the Attack

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    On the battlefield where bullets rained, the rising smoke of the war blocked the rising sun, and the strong sunlight could not penetrate the smoke screen, making the northern grasslands of Outer Mongolia and the cold air of early winter morning carry a sense of smell.  The burning, choking smell.

    Tang Qiuli stepped out of the headquarters and took a deep breath of the air that smelled strongly of gunpowder smoke. The smell of the battlefield instantly penetrated his heart and spleen. He rubbed his swollen cheeks and his tense nerves finally relaxed. Yang Ketian had already led  The troops set off, walking behind the Liu Hongzhang East Road Assault Group. There are ready-made roads that can be used. The speed of the troops will not be greatly affected. In two days, they should be able to reach the designated location.

    Just a few minutes ago, Tang Qiuli issued an order to stop the attack. The attacking troops from all walks of life, based on their current positions, built fortifications to a level that could prevent the Soviet army from breaking through. The infantry stopped attacking, but the artillery remained.  The bombardment continued, and the focus of the bombardment was the Soviet artillery positions and tank assembly areas.

    This order made the fight enjoyable and gearing up for another big fight. The commanders and brigade commanders of the assault group at the end were puzzled and at the same time quite aggrieved. It was like drinking.  When I was enjoying myself, the wine bottle was suddenly snatched away.

    With the current state of the surrounded Soviet army, if the fight continues, the battle will be over before early tomorrow morning, but the division commander ordered to stop. After a few people communicated on the phone, Liu Hongzhang, who has always been bold and dare to say, this  Once, he refused to come forward, and discussed with Battelle to tell the division commander. Battelle said, "It is a soldier's bounden duty to obey orders. The division commander must have given careful consideration to issuing such an order!"

    In a word, if you don¡¯t want to participate, I want to find Yang Ketian.  This guy was on the march. After receiving the call, he seemed very excited. In his words, "The division commander's decision is really wise. It's good to stop the attack. Otherwise, after I seize the Soviet army's retreat, the battle will be defeated by you."  After the fight, my tens of thousands of troops are not running for nothing!" See.  A face that takes pleasure in others' misfortune.

    Unable to withstand Liu Hongzhang's threats, Xiao Jinshan, commander of the 9th Brigade, who served as deputy commander of the West Road Assault Group, added another round of encouragement. In the directly affiliated corps, the 8th Brigade was always known for its honesty and honesty.  Brigadier Bridge is full of mountains.  Pushed to the fore, representing all attacking forces.  Ask the division commander to cancel the order to stop the attack.

    As for choosing Qiao Manshan as the spokesperson.  The reason is very simple. In the words of Liu Hongzhang and Xiao Jinshan, "You, Lao Qiao, are known as honest people. We have all been criticized by our teachers. If you speak, the teachers will definitely pay attention to it. If it succeeds, after we return to Culun, we will  I will treat you to wine and mutton several times in turn, and I will never break my promise!¡±

    Qiao Manshan picked up the phone nervously.  He felt a little trembled by the movement, and said: "Master, I am Qiao Manshan, the commander of the West Road Attack Group. If there is an important situation, I have to report to the division commander! The division commander is not at the headquarters and just left. Forget it. Wait.  Call me later!" After saying that, he took a breath and put down the phone, looking relieved.

    Looking at Xiao Jinshan, he said: "It's not that I didn't call, it's that the division commander is not here, and it's not like you don't know the division commander's temper. Before finalizing the plan, everyone's opinions are widely solicited. After the order is issued, no objections are allowed!"

    Xiao Jinshan, who was watching eagerly from the side, became anxious, held Qiao Manshan's wrist, and said: "Old Qiao, why did you loosen it at the critical moment? You didn't feel aggrieved by the commander's order, and you made the call anyway.  Just make our opinions clear!"

    Qiao Manshan looked embarrassed, but couldn't resist Xiao Jinshan, and continued: "Then please find the teacher!"

    On a high slope outside the headquarters, Tang Qiuli and Shan Hu sat side by side on the withered and yellow wild grass. Looking far into the distance, the sky and the earth were all yellow. The north wind blew by, and the withered grass leaves made a "swishing" sound.  If it hadn't been for the continuous sound of cannons, which brought another kind of vitality, it would have been a scene of early winter, with the vegetation turning yellow and desolate.

    "Huzi, do you want to lead the army?" Tang Qiuli lit a cigarette and touched Shanhu's shoulder and asked.

    Shanhu grinned, showing his white teeth, and said: "Why Xiaoqiu, do you want to drive me away? I want to ask clearly, if you really go to the army to lead troops, what kind of official can you give me? I'm too young to do it.  ah!"

    Tang Qiuli looked at Shan Hu seriously and said: "After the battle is over, I am going to form the Outer Mongolia Field Corps to take on the task of fighting the Japanese Kwantung Army in the future. How about you serve as the commander of the Corps? Always stay by my side.  , I feel wronged to you!¡±

    Shan Hu put away his smile and said seriously: "Xiao Qiu, you know me. I have served as your guard captain since the time of the Blood Hand Regiment. Over the years, I have become accustomed to it. Besides, I am doing this job."  , I¡¯m really worried about leaving it to others. Besides, I promised your parents not to leave your side, and I can¡¯t break my promise  "

    "What's more, for so many years, I have been doing security work and commanding a regiment of hundreds of thousands of people. I'm afraid I won't be able to do it. When the time comes, it will not only delay things, but also cause undue losses to the troops. If you can  I asked Chu Tian to change positions, and he came to guide me while I went to the special operations detachment. That would work!"

    Tang Qiuli laughed dumbly. He knew that Shanhu was using a joke to express his attitude. In fact, he was reluctant to let Shanhu leave. After so many years, he spent more time with Shanhu than his two wives.  , I really don¡¯t know, how will I not get used to it without Shan Hu around?

    However, Shan Hu was always by his side, which would affect his future development. Tang Qiuli also wanted to persuade Shan Hu. Someone said from behind: "Division Commander, Commander Qiao Manshan of the West Road Assault Group, I have an emergency call for you.  There is an important situation report!" Turning around, it was Wang Jun, deputy chief of staff of the campaign headquarters.

    Tang Qiuli was horrified and thought to himself: "Is it the Soviet army on the western front that has begun to break out? It is very possible that Kurekin chose the western direction to break out. It is not unreasonable. In the direction of Ulyasutai, there are still  There are two Soviet infantry divisions, so it¡¯s relatively safe to move closer in that direction.¡±

    "The order to stop the attack was based on the consideration of not forcing the Soviet army to a dead end. If the attack was too severe, Kulykin would fight to the death and break through desperately. Although the final result was that the entire army was annihilated, but he  The casualties of the troops will increase a lot.¡±

    "The siege lasted for two or three days, exhausting the mental and physical strength of the Soviet soldiers and sapping their morale. They used powerful artillery fire to kill as much of the Soviet troops as possible, and then launched a general offensive after their ammunition and supplies were exhausted.  Annihilate them in one fell swoop.¡±

    This was Tang Qiuli's original intention in issuing the order. In the Far East and even Outer Mongolia, there was not only the Soviet Transcaucasus Military District, but also the Japanese Kwantung Army. In the Outer Mongolia campaign, the consumption of troops was too high, so they could only be cheaper and wait.  The Kwantung Army is trying to make a profit.

    As the saying goes, "A dog jumps over the wall when it gets angry!" The Soviet army, which still has fighting spirit and fighting capacity, bites back before dying, and the troops will pay more than double the casualties. Furthermore, Yang Ketian's troops are on the way and have not yet blocked the north.  The opening in the direction of the Selenge River has always been a problem.

    Tang Qiuli was anxious and hurriedly followed Wang Jun back to the headquarters. He picked up the phone on the bullet box and said, "Commander Qiao Manshan? I am Tang Qiuli. Do you have any important reports? Do you want the Soviet army to follow you?"  Breakout in that direction?"

    On the other end of the phone, Qiao Manshan was so nervous that he was sweating. He stuttered and said: "No, no, Commander, the Soviet army has not broken through, everything is normal!"

    Tang Qiuli then asked strangely: "What important situation will you report to me? I asked, why are you still stuttering?"

    Qiao Manshan was heartbroken and said: "Reporting to the division commander, I request you to revoke the order to stop the attack. This is not only the wish of the more than 70,000 officers and soldiers of our West Route Assault Group, but also the wish of the commanders in other directions. I hope the division commander can take it back.  Success!"

    Tang Qiuli was stunned for a moment, then laughed, and then his tone suddenly turned cold and said: "Qiao Manshan, you, an honest man, can you tell lies? You have grown up! You are the only one who doesn't have such courage, who has any opinions?  Ask him to call me personally. Is Xiao Jinshan by your side? This is indispensable for his idea! If others don't call me and give their opinions in person, then they will obey the order honestly and stay by my side.  We are short of a few experienced staff officers. Ask Liu Hongzhang, Xiao Jinshan, and you, if you want to come?"

    Qiao Manshan trembled with fright and hurriedly explained incoherently: "Sir, I take back my request just now. I said it can't be done anymore. Old Liu and Lao Xiao insist on letting me make this call. Sir, I hang up."  !¡±

    After finishing speaking, before Tang Qiuli could react, Qiao Manshan hung up the phone with a "bah" sound. Tang Qiuli was stunned, and then burst into laughter, and said to Zhao Yuhe and Wang Jun: "Qiao Manshan is an honest man.  People, let Liu Hongzhang and Xiao Jinshan be used as gunmen, these guys know how to bully honest people!"

    "But Yuhe, Qiao Manshan's phone call reminded me that the commanders of various units do not fully understand the orders of the division headquarters, which may disturb the overall situation. You can call several commanders in person,  In the name of the division commander, I tell them that the order to stop the attack has been carefully considered and all units must implement it seriously! "

    Zhao Yuhe and Wang Jun were overjoyed. Zhao Yuhe said: "Brigade Commander Qiao must have been deceived by them. It is not surprising that the commanders acted like this. Just when the fight was having a good time, the division headquarters  Order, come to a sudden stop. It¡¯s normal if you don¡¯t understand. Division commander, don¡¯t worry, no one in the custody will bother you about this issue anymore. At this moment, Brigadier Liu and Brigadier Xiao are probably wiping away their sweat and shouting!¡±

    Tang Qiu left his heart? He laughed, then raised his telescope to look at the smoke-filled sky, and said to himself: "The Soviet fleet should be on the scene! Why hasn't there been any movement?"

    (To be continued) (To be continued)
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