The Forty-Sixth Chapter: The Bloody Battle in Ping Village 1

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  In Yang Ping's temporary frontline command post, the room was filled with "big smokestacks", making the air thick with smoke. The already restless hearts before the war became even more anxious due to new intelligence. Not only because our army would use three tank regiments with over 120 tanks and two artillery regiments with 72 guns of 105mm or above, as well as over 700 light and heavy mortars, and 11 infantry regiments, totaling over 40,000 people, but also because the enemy in Dabu was not just over 1,000 people, but a US Second Division's Thirty-Fifth Regiment, a French battalion, a Dutch battalion, a tank squadron, an artillery battalion, totaling over 6,000 "United Nations troops". They were going to launch a strong attack on such a heavily fortified place, and the enemy had reinforcements of over 7,000 people, including a cavalry Fifth Regiment that had already been replenished. Moreover, the enemy was also highly concerned about this salient, and once attacked, they would quickly send in reinforcements from all directions. Therefore, if the battle was delayed, the enemy's reinforcements would make our army's attack on Dabu end in failure, and even if we wanted to retreat, the enemy's mechanized troops would stick to us tightly, causing heavy casualties. If we occupied Dabu, our army could threaten the already weak rear of the US Tenth Army on the western front. So, knowing this point, the enemy must have a large number of aircraft, and if our technical troops opened fire during the day, they would be quickly destroyed by the enemy's planes. Therefore, our temporary firepower advantage was only at night. (The enemy in Dabu had over 6,000 people, 20 tanks, 18 105mm howitzers, 6 155mm howitzers, and 16 M-16 self-propelled guns.)

  In the quiet command post, there were only flashes of cigarette light and endless contemplation. Zhang Dabiao, who couldn't bear it anymore, stood up first and said, "Commander, just say how to fight! This time we have so many tanks and artillery, and an endless supply of shells. Even if the enemy's turtle shell is hard, we must smash it to pieces!" Gaoduan looked at the team leaders who had raised their heads, then pointed to the map and said, "This assault battle will start at 5:30 this afternoon. I will lead the Independent Division's First Regiment and Tank Regiment to directly insert into the Anji Rock area. Then, the Thirty-Ninth Army's 116th Division will take over, ambushing the enemy's reinforcements in the Wenmang area. The Forty Army's 125th Division Artillery Regiment will be stationed at Zhenyushan, attacking the enemy from the southwest in the Quanshui area. The Forty Army's 119th Independent Division Artillery Regiment will be stationed at Xiaogao, attacking the enemy from the southeast in the Jiulitun area. The Second and Third Regiments and the Tank Regiment will attack from the north in the Bai'anli and Delinli areas. The First Regiment and Tank Regiment will also attack from the south. We will encircle the enemy on all sides and strive to resolve the battle tonight." Looking at the team leaders who were listening intently, Gaoduan said seriously, "Does anyone have any difficulties or opinions? If not, then dismiss!" Everyone replied in unison, "Yes!" Gaoduan, who had slightly relaxed, said, "Good! Everyone go back and prepare well. Before 5:30, enter the battlefield. The artillery fire must be fierce, accurate, and suppressive of the enemy's firepower. We can also use intermittent firing to exploit the enemy's psychological weaknesses. After blowing the charge, we can also fire a few more times. The infantry attack must be fast, and we must do a good job of fortifying each position. Once we occupy a place, we must consolidate it and not let the enemy retake it. Repeatedly fighting back and forth will cause great casualties, so everyone must pay attention to this point."

  In the afternoon, at around two o'clock, the US military in Anrak were surprised to find the shadow of the Chinese Communist army surrounding them, and the enemy was even equipped with numerous tanks! After a fierce artillery and tank fire preparation, the village where the enemy was located was turned into a sea of flames. The diligent US commander reported to Colonel Freeman in Taejong that many M26 heavy tanks had appeared behind him, and then he was blown up by the 90mm main cannon of the tank. At this time, Freeman, who was full of danger and foreboding about this battle, truly felt the threat of our army - the Independent First Regiment had also arrived! Looking at the outside, where M16 self-propelled guns and M4A3 Sherman tanks were providing firepower support, and soldiers were diligently building fortifications, he couldn't help but wonder how many people would be able to survive this battle?

  Han Tian was directing the soldiers to push the heavy artillery into a more concealed artillery bunker, while trucks were transporting large quantities of shells to the entrance of the ammunition depot in the mountain cave. Many soldiers were busy carrying shells, with some carrying 55kg 155mm shell heads or 45kg propellant packs on their backs, and others carrying two 105mm shells weighing up to 40kg each, moving swiftly and enthusiastically. Meanwhile, other soldiers under the leadership of Old Squad Leader carefully wiped off the grease from the surface of the shells, loaded them onto the artillery with clean barrels, and stacked them neatly. Wang Jue of the High Artillery Battalion was commanding his soldiers to be on high alert, scanning the sky with anti-aircraft guns.

  In the forest beside the railway between Anj?ng-ri and Gutun-ri, row upon row of tanks stood ready to pounce like tigers, their eyes fixed intently on the direction of Pongpyeong-ri. At a farewell banquet before the battle, Gao Gang, Zhang Da Biao, and his company commanders discussed military matters while eating dinner. Just before swallowing an American can of beef, Zhang Da Biao asked Gao Gang, "Commander, what plans do you have after annihilating the enemy in Pongpyeong-ri? What's our battle plan? Give us a general idea so we know what to expect!" After finishing his noodles, Gao Gang saw Zhang Da Biao's eating habits and couldn't help but spit out what he had just eaten. He wiped his mouth and said, "I plan to divide our forces into two parts after annihilating the enemy in Pongpyeong-ri. One part will quickly attack Wonchon, distracting the enemy's attention, while the main force will rapidly attack the enemy's weak rear flank south of Hancheng. We can also quickly replenish supplies from cities like Yichuan, which are important logistical hubs for the enemy. This way, we can swiftly turn around our current defensive situation and even if we need to retreat and regroup, the enemy won't dare approach us." Zhang Da Biao finally managed to swallow his food and took a big gulp of water before asking, "Commander, how are the other brother units doing?" Gao Gang replied, "Thanks to the trench works we left behind and taught them, the 50th and 38th Armies are still holding on at Suri-san and Munhwa-san. Despite suffering heavy losses, the enemy is unable to advance even an inch. After the Hwangchon counterattack, the puppet army's 5th and 8th Divisions were almost completely annihilated. Under the guidance of our tank units, an armored regiment of the American 2nd Division was wiped out, and the enemy's airborne 187th Regiment suffered severe losses. It's a complete victory on all fronts! Now it's just up to us to win this battle at Pongpyeong-ri!"