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Chapter 294 Central Army, Jinsui Army Action
Inside the Taiyuan First Army Headquarters.
The early morning sunlight filtered through the gaps in the curtains, casting patches of light on the office floor.
The chief of staff came to the office early in the morning. His steps were hurried and there was a hint of anxiety on his face.
He knew that today's news was of vital importance to Ningji Okamura and even to the entire North China Front Army.
"Commander, news has come back from the Central Army and the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army."
Ningji Okamura asked hurriedly: "What's the situation? Have they agreed to our conditions?"
The Chief of Staff shook his head and said, "Commander, the two parties have not agreed to our conditions. Their attitude is very firm. They do not agree to any of our conditions and are determined to fight the Empire to the end."
"idiot!"
Ningji Okamura angrily slammed the table, his eyes flashing with cruelty: "Since the Central Army and the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army don't know what's good for them, let's completely destroy them together."
The Chief of Staff said anxiously, "Commander, are we going to attack the Eighth Route Army, the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army, and the Central Army at the same time? Isn't this too risky?"
Okamura Neiji pondered for a while, then said: "No, I don't plan to attack the three forces at the same time.
First, concentrate the troops to eliminate the Eighth Route Army Independent Column, and then deal with the Shanxi Suiyuan Army and the Central Army.
They won't take the initiative.
How about this, in order to prevent them from launching an active attack, the two divisions in the Zhongtiaoshan area will remain where they are, to prevent the Central Army from launching a large-scale attack. "
"Hai."
The Japanese chief of staff accepted the order and left the office.
Neiji Okamura sat behind his desk, his eyes fell on the map on the table. The map was filled with flags of various colors, representing the distribution of various forces.
"Jinsui Army, since you are determined to go against the Empire, I will make you regret it."
He knew that the war had entered a new phase.
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at the same time.
Inside the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army Headquarters, Commander Yan was busy arranging combat tasks in the headquarters.
The map on the wall is covered with flags and symbols of different colors, showing the current battle situation and troop deployment.
Except for the troops that remained on the territory, the remaining 5 mobile troops of the Shanxi Suiyuan Army all marched to the areas around Yangquan to prepare for fighting the approaching Japanese invaders.
Commander Yan stood in front of the map and said, "Commendations, this time the Japanese North China Front Army dispatched more than 10 troops with the intention of destroying our army and the anti-Japanese forces in Shanxi.
As the commander-in-chief of the Second War Zone, I will never allow the Japanese to trample on our land, so I hope everyone can go all out to defeat the Japanese's arrogance. "
All the generals responded in unison: "Yes, sir."
"Okay, everyone go down and prepare. This battle will be very difficult."
Commander Yan waved his hand, signaling everyone to leave.
Everyone nodded heavily, then turned and left the command center.
After everyone left, the secretary general walked up to the commander and said, "Commander, do we really want to fight the Japanese to the end? The conditions that Okamura Neiji has given us are very favorable."
The commander shook his head, his eyes revealing determination: "Secretary General, I know that the conditions given by the old devil Ningci Gangcun are very generous, but the more generous the conditions are, the more it proves that the devil values this battle very much.
The Japanese wanted to concentrate their forces to deal with the Eighth Route Army Independent Column and open up the railway in Yangquan.
We cannot let down our guard at this time. Once the Japanese succeed, they will surely pursue us and attack our territory.
What will we use to resist the enemy's attack? I understand the principle of "the lips and the teeth are cold."
After hearing the commander's words, the secretary general nodded slightly and said, "The commander is right. We cannot believe what the Japanese say. We must unite and fight against foreign enemies together."
Commander Yan walked to the window and looked at the street outside, his heart filled with mixed emotions.
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On the other side, inside the Central Army Headquarters.
Commander Wei is conferring with many senior military officers.
The majority of the Central Army's forces are basically in the Zhongtiao Mountain area, with a small number distributed in the Changzhi and Jinzhong areas. The Central Army participating in this operation are the troops stationed in Changzhi and Jinzhong.
In the headquarters, Commander Wei looked at the many senior generals and said, "Generals, regarding the upcoming Yangquan Battle, do you have anything you want to say, or any good suggestions?"
A major general stood up and said, "Commander, the Japanese North China Front Army is coming with great force. Their goal will definitely not be just to target the Eighth Route Army. They are likely to attack our army at the same time. We have to be on guard. After all, there are still two divisions of the Japanese in the Zhongtiao Mountain area."
Commander Wei nodded and said, "Yes, your analysis is correct. That is why I agreed to conduct joint operations with the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army and the Eighth Route Army.
Completely crush the enemy's plan to open up the Zhengtai Railway, so that they will have no extra troops to deal with us."
After hearing the commander's words, everyone nodded in agreement.
They knew that this battle was a must for the Central Army and that they could not just go through the motions but had to fight with all their might.
"Commanders, for this battle, the main forces in the Zhongtiaoshan area must not move to prevent the Japanese from launching an attack.
The 61st, 63rd, and 64th Divisions stationed in Changzhi and Jinzhong will participate in the operation and must go all out to completely destroy the enemy's intentions. "Commander Wei ordered.
"Yes, Commander." Everyone responded in unison.
Everyone knows that the next battle will be a tough one, but they are ready.
Commander Wei stood up and walked to the map. He moved his finger on the map, pointing out the locations and tasks of various troops.
After everyone left, Commander Wei looked at the map again, his mind full of thoughts about the future.
As the orders from the Central Army Command and the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army Command were issued, the participating troops of both sides began to move one after another.
The anti-Japanese forces in the entire Shanxi region began to surge on this ancient land like an awakened dragon.
They have only one goal - Yangquan.
Team after team set out for Yangquan from all directions.
Among them were experienced veterans as well as new recruits who had just joined the anti-Japanese war team.
They carried a large amount of weapons, equipment and supplies and marched arduously through the mountains.
In the ranks of the Shanxi-Suiyuan Army, the soldiers encouraged each other, and their songs and slogans echoed in the valley.
"Defend our hometown and drive away the devils!"
Such slogans became the main theme of their march, and the commanders rode horses and shuttled among the troops.
The Central Army's troops were also in high spirits.
They gathered in Changzhi and Jinzhong areas, and then began to march towards Yangquan.
During the march, the soldiers would occasionally stop to rest.
They would sit together, share food and water, and exchange their battle experiences.
Experienced veterans will teach new recruits how to survive on the battlefield and how to strike the enemy more effectively.