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Volume 1 On the Songhua River Chapter 1920 Stalin¡¯s Fury

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    Marshal Petroshilov, Chief of the Soviet General Staff, agreed with General Kulykin's judgment from the bottom of his heart. The facts are obvious. Since it is a siege, troops should be deployed on all sides. Tang Qiuli only left the north. Isn't he afraid of Transcaucasia?  The military region troops broke out from that direction. Even a primary school student would not make a mistake. Tang Qiuli, who is known for his cunning and insidiousness, would leave such a big loophole?

    There are no independent division troops in the direction leading to the Selenge River. Only a ghost believes that it is either a trap or a trap. Therefore, Marshal Petroshilov specially explained it, and his words meant to excuse General Kulykin.

    After listening to his words, Stalin almost fainted with anger and shouted angrily: "Idiot! Kulykin is an idiot. You also believe his stupid words. The reason is very simple. The number of troops Tang Qiuli transferred to Outer Mongolia will not exceed three.  One hundred thousand people, surrounded on all sides, and his troops are not enough. Kulykin can break through the siege from any direction. Didn't Kulykin say in the telegram that he was surrounded by more than 200,000 troops from the independent division? "

    "Therefore, Kurejin's approach of standing firm and waiting for reinforcements is exactly what Tang Qiuli wanted. He would disrupt Kurejin's position with a fierce attack, use intensive artillery fire to kill and injure his effective forces as much as possible, and change the balance of forces on both sides on the battlefield.  In contrast, maybe tomorrow, the gap in the northern direction will be blocked by Tang Qiuli. Kurekin has lost his best chance to break out, and his troops have been bitten by the independent division troops! "

    Marshal Petroshilov was stunned by Stalin's roar. He regained his composure, but was not convinced. He said: "Comrade Stalin, even Kulykin chose to break out. On the way to retreat, there will be  Being attacked one after another by the independent division troops that are chasing after them, I am afraid that before they reach the south bank of the Selenge River, there will be very few troops left, or even the whole army will be annihilated. "

    Stalin was not even in the mood to lose his temper. He shook his head and said sadly: "It's a very simple method. Resist step by step. Block every layer. At least half of the troops can be safely withdrawn. A company commander can think of it.  You, the Chief of General Staff, don¡¯t know that, right?¡±

    Although Stalin's tone was not high, it was full of ridicule.  Marshal Petroshilov fell silent. At this time, the phone in the living room rang. A colonel guard picked up the phone and asked a few questions.  He said to Marshal Petroshilov: "Comrade Marshal, someone from the General Staff is looking for you!"

    Marshal Petroshilov took the phone, nodded constantly while listening, and put down the phone. His face seemed to look better.  He said to Stalin: "Comrade Stalin, the Operation Department of the General Staff has just received a telegram from Commander Kulykin. Ten minutes ago, the independent division troops stopped attacking and only attacked their temporary fortifications with artillery fire. The troops suffered heavy casualties.  , However, a ring defense system has been initially formed.¡±

    "In addition, Kulykin reported that when he was first surrounded, he ordered Lieutenant General Jonasov, deputy commander of the Air Force of the Don Military District, to dispatch all fighters and bombers to bomb the artillery positions of the independent division to reduce their  However, so far, the Don River Military Region Air Force has not dispatched. Kulykin requested the General Staff to issue an order to attack. Do you think we issued the order immediately? "

    Stalin glanced at him coldly and said: "The air force of the Don River Military Region alone will not help. Since Tang Qiuli has designed such a big trap, why not take this into consideration and immediately summon the main members of the General Staff to arrive?"  There is a meeting in the office to study the issue of the troops of the Transcaucasus Military District being surrounded!¡±

    At the beginning of the meeting, Marshal Petroshilov, Chief of the General Staff, briefed everyone. This news shocked everyone. Just yesterday, the General Staff's war briefing said that the troops of the Transcaucasus Military Region had broken out.  The independent division troops were at the defense line of Lenghe River, and they headed south to attack Kulun. How could they have completely changed after just one sleep? Oh my god!  More than 200,000 troops were surrounded by the Chinese!

    Looking at the senior officials whose expressions were changing, Stalin vented his anger on General Bessovsky, the director of the General Intelligence Bureau of the General Staff Headquarters. "As the supreme head of the military intelligence department, Comrade Bessovsky, you should  Feeling ashamed and ashamed, Tang Qiuli sent more than 200,000 troops into Outer Mongolia. The intelligence department was not aware at all that the current dangerous situation of the troops in the Transcaucasus Military Region was, to a large extent, caused by your General Intelligence Bureau!  "

    "The Independent Division mobilized more than 200,000 troops for more than a week, and the General Intelligence Bureau did not notice anything? It is simply unbelievable. Could it be that the Chinese are ghosts, or that they have grown wings and fallen from the sky? Comrade Bessovsky  , do you have anything to explain?¡±

    Stalin's tone seemed calm and his emotions were not intense. However, anyone who is familiar with the Soviet leader's character knows that the more indifferent his words and expressions are, the more it proves that his inner anger has reached the edge of being uncontrollable. What's next?  , it¡¯s time to kill!

      The senior officials of the Soviet party, government and army who attended the military meeting were all worried about General Bessovsky. Under this situation, no one dared to come forward to smooth things over. Otherwise, Comrade Stalin would be furious.  , will vent his anger on himself, and then be implicated. Marshal Petroshilov, who was supposed to come forward to save himself, just received a sarcastic and sharp question. The heat on his face has not faded. How dare he come forward again to defend himself?  The subordinates excused themselves.

    The happiest person was Beria, the People's Commissar of Internal Affairs of the Soviet Union and Chairman of the All-Soviet Committee for the Elimination of Counterrevolutionaries. Although he lowered his head, he was ecstatic in his heart. Bessovsky was unlucky, and he was the one who benefited. The military intelligence system was monolithic, and he was worried about it.  For a long time, he just couldn't get in. Beria knew that Bessovsky was finished. It was a natural thing to lose his official position. He was lucky not to be shot. It was Comrade Stalin who showed mercy outside the law!

    General Bessovsky looked pale and frightening. He stood up, tried hard to maintain a military posture, and said: "Comrade Stalin, it is the General Intelligence Bureau's negligence. As the director, I bear full responsibility and have nothing to say!"

    This is indeed the case. When hundreds of thousands of troops of the Independent Division marched into Outer Mongolia, the General Intelligence Bureau of the General Staff found no signs at all. As a result, more than 200,000 troops of the Transcaucasus Military Region fell into the siege of the Independent Division. Once the entire army  The consequences of being destroyed can be as serious as they are, and no reason can shirk this responsibility.

    Stalin smiled coldly, his eyes filled with chills, and said: "Comrade Bessovsky, in view of your serious dereliction of duty, you are no longer suitable to be the director of the General Intelligence Bureau of the General Staff. Leave the conference room immediately, here.  There is no place for you, go to Comrade Beria¡¯s department to report, and if you have any questions, tell the Cheka comrades clearly!¡±

    General Bessovsky's face was as ugly as that of a dead man. All Soviets knew what kind of organization the All-Soviet Counterrevolutionary Committee was. It was more terrifying than the Palace of Hell and the Gate of Hell. Those who entered, no matter you were commanding thousands of armies.  Thousands of horses, a majestic general and marshal with outstanding military exploits, and a powerful and powerful official, fell into the hands of the Cheka. He was lucky to have the remaining half of his life. It was a miracle that he came out alive!

    Especially himself, he is a thorn in Beria's side and an obstacle to meddling in the army's intelligence system. Now, in the hands of this devil, his chances of survival are too slim. He doesn't know how much pain he will suffer until he dies. Bessovs  General Ji was heartbroken. Stalin's decision was tantamount to a death sentence for himself. Moreover, it was the most unacceptable method to him. It would be better to go to a military court and end his life with a bullet!

    General Bessovsky seemed to have aged a lot in an instant. He was escorted by two guards and staggered out of the conference room. His back was so desolate. Marshal Petroshilov opened his mouth, but he couldn't say a word.  Without saying anything, Molotov secretly shook his head at him.

    Beria raised his head and looked at Stalin eagerly, with a look of eager expectation. He never expected that Comrade Stalin would deal with it this way. Bessovsky was finished and fell into his own hands, even if he wanted to die.  It is an extravagant thing to hope for. The director of the Intelligence Bureau of the General Staff is vacant. It is logical that he should take up the position concurrently. Others do not have this ability and qualification. Thinking of this, Beria's eyes shine brightly.

    However, Stalin did not even look at him and said: "The army's intelligence system is of great importance and cannot be left without a person in charge. I suggest that the deputy chief of staff, Comrade Tolbukhin, be in charge. Do you have any opinions?  ?¡±

    Who dares to have an opinion? Besides, the throne of the Director of the General Intelligence Bureau of the General Staff Headquarters is now a hot potato. Anyone who sits on it will be roasted by the fire. Just the fact that the Transcaucasus Military District troops are surrounded by independent divisions can  People were struggling to death, and with a burst of warm applause, Stalin's proposal was approved by all participants.

    Only Beria was like a bucket of cold water being poured down on his head. His hot and eager heart was completely cooled to the bottom and shattered into pieces. He was so disappointed that he almost jumped up and loudly accused Stalin, but he did not dare to  , no matter how brave he was, he didn't dare to destroy himself with just a word from Stalin, but he still had to try his best to hide his disappointment and clap along numbly.

    Stalin glanced at everyone, and then said: "Let's not let this matter affect the theme of today's meeting. Regarding the Transcaucasus Military Region troops being surrounded by Tang Qiuli's troops in Outer Mongolia, everyone has to speak. How to do it?"  To save this crisis, which comrade would like to share his opinion first?¡±

    Marshal Petroshilov, Chief of the General Staff, was the direct commander of the Soviet army. He was the first to come up with his opinions. He had an unshirkable responsibility and could not avoid it. Comrade Stalin's eyes had already turned to him.

    However, at this moment, Marshal Petroshilov's mind was in a mess and he had no idea at all, so he could only stand up and speak.

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