EBE Chapter 207: Chief: "Congratulations on your prosperity"
Chapter 207: Chief: "Congratulations on your prosperity"
Gaoda and Qi Tongwei were immersed in in-depth discussions on the important idea of establishing village teams within the base.
They were fully aware of the significance of this decision. Once the village team was successfully established, the independent column would be like a big tree rooted in fertile soil within the base, with a solid foundation and no longer afraid of sudden attacks from the Japanese.
Moreover, the base area currently controlled by the Independent Column is vast. Establishing village squads is like opening up a huge treasure trove of manpower, which can continuously provide the Independent Column with new forces.
At this moment, Li Dakang trotted into the headquarters yard, shouting as he ran: "Commander, good news. Very good news."
He walked into the command center breathlessly. Gao Da and Qi Tongwei's eyes were immediately attracted by him and they looked at him straight.
Gundam was the first to ask, "Minister Dakang, what makes you so excited?"
"Commander, Political Commissar. The independent column has made a fortune this time. After a day of sorting, the supplies brought back from Yangquan have now been counted." Li Dakang's face was filled with irrepressible joy.
Gaoda couldn't wait to ask: "Minister Dakang, please tell me how much supplies there are."
Qi Tongwei was also staring at Li Dakang from the side, and was equally eager to know the details of the supplies. After all, these supplies played an immeasurable role in the development of the independent column and the improvement of its combat capabilities.
Li Dakang picked up the report in his hand, cleared his throat, and began to read:
"Commander, the supplies we brought back from Yangquan City this time include 10 sets of cotton clothes, which are enough for our soldiers to withstand the severe cold in the cold season. 340 barrels of gasoline, 25,000 bags of rice and other food supplies, each bag weighing 100 kilograms, a total of 250 million kilograms. More than 6000 boxes of canned goods and other supplies, as well as a number of other medical supplies,"
He paused for a moment and continued, "In addition to these large quantities of military supplies, there are also a lot of weapons and ammunition. According to statistics, there are more than 24,000 Type 300 rifles, 134 million rounds of bullets, 200 Type 2300 machine guns, 92 million rounds of bullets, 89 boxes of grenades, 300 Type 110 heavy machine guns, 4700 million rounds of bullets, grenade launchers and mortars, rounds of shells, and other weapons and ammunition."
Gaoda and Qi Tongwei were overjoyed after hearing Li Dakang's report.
Both of them showed excitement on their faces and their eyes were full of surprise.
The supplies seized by the Independent Column in Yangquan this time were indeed considerable. It is no exaggeration to say that they were more than what the Eighth Route Army seized during the Hundred Regiments Campaign.
The military supplies alone can meet the independent column's consumption for more than half a year. This is like a shot of adrenaline for the independent column, and it provides a solid material foundation for both dealing with the current combat situation and future development.
This means that they can better arm their troops, improve their combat capabilities, expand the defense and influence of their base, and give them more confidence in their fight against the Japanese.
Gao Da said to Li Dakang happily: "Minister Dakang, these supplies are very important to the independent column, and they must be preserved well."
"Yes, Commander."
"I have arranged for people to store all these supplies in the warehouse."
Gaoda nodded with satisfaction, feeling reassured in Li Dakang's ability to get things done.
"Minister Dakang, it's a good thing you're here. I have something to tell you."
He turned his gaze to Li Dakang and continued, "The political commissar and I have just discussed that the independent column must establish a system of universal military service in the base area. Each village must have a village squad with a number of about 10-20 people..."
He elaborated on this idea in detail, hoping to get Li Dakang's support.
After listening to Gaoda's narration, Li Dakang nodded in agreement.
He knew that the Independent Column had made such a big fuss in the Yangquan area, and the North China Front Army would definitely not let them go. After the war, the Japanese would definitely carry out a large-scale mopping-up operation.
At that time, the base of the independent column will definitely become the main target of the Japanese mopping-up. Arming the local people as soon as possible will be very helpful in dealing with the Japanese mopping-up teams. At least they will not become lambs to be slaughtered.
Li Dakang said loudly: "Commander, this policy is very good. I fully support it."
"If there's anything you need me to do, just let me know."
"Since Minister Dakang agrees, then the policy will be set. In the coming period, we must speed up the development of village teams. The Japanese will not give us long." Gaoda said.
The two people in the command center nodded at the same time.
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The Eighth Route Army Headquarters in Daxiawan.
In the headquarters command center, the beeping sound of the radio continued to echo, like the beating pulse of war.
The voice transmitted intelligence from all over North China in an orderly manner. The intelligence gathered here provided a basis for the headquarters' decision-making.
Since the Hundred Regiments Campaign began, the war situation has been very favorable for the Eighth Route Army. This proactive attack was like a sharp sword, piercing the enemy's vital points and achieved very satisfactory results.
The Eighth Route Army attacked everywhere, disturbing the enemy on the battlefield in North China. The Japanese troops in North China were in chaos, and the original military deployment was disrupted.
Hundreds of battles of varying sizes took place every day. The sudden and fierce attack of the Eighth Route Army overwhelmed the Japanese invaders, who were busy running around on various battlefields and had lost their former arrogance.
The chief stood in front of the large map in the command center and looked carefully at the enemy and friendly situation on the map. Now the entire Zhengtai Railway was almost paralyzed, and the strongholds along the railway were all attacked by the Eighth Route Army.
The Zhengtai Railway was originally an important transportation lifeline for the Japanese in North China, but now it has been attacked and riddled with holes. The soldiers of the Eighth Route Army launched a fierce attack on the strongholds along the railway, and the Japanese in those strongholds fell into a lot of difficulties.
Just then, the chief of staff strode into the command center and came to the leader's side.
"Commander, comrades from Yangquan called. Li Yunlong's independent brigade entered Yangquan City yesterday, wiped out the garrison of the 9th Brigade of Yangquan, and killed several senior officers including the brigade commander.
All the supplies in Yangquan City were moved away, and the convoy that transported the supplies took a whole night to complete the work." The chief of staff reported the situation quickly.
The commander looked at the chief of staff, his eyes sparkling with surprise, and said, "Li Yunlong is a good guy. He actually took down Yangquan. Not bad, not bad."
The leader showed a gratified smile on his face and expressed his appreciation for the heroic fighting of Li Yunlong's troops.
"Gundam is the same. He didn't even call me after winning the battle. I'll teach him a lesson."
After saying that, the chief walked to his desk, picked up the phone, and called the independent column headquarters.
after awhile.
After the call was connected, the chief said, "Commander Gao, congratulations on your prosperity.
I heard that you emptied out the entire Yangquan, and now your independent column is rich... "