Chapter Fifty-Nine Suggestion
Wu Bing heard that his superior Wang Yaowu agreed to let the special forces attack the R Navy's aircraft carrier "Chiyun", and he let out a sigh of relief.
To be honest, although the Japanese army is currently attacking and being frustrated, it is still as arrogant and domineering as ever. This is also the best time to attack them, and after these little devils have gained experience, it will not be easy to launch a surprise attack on them.
Blowing up the "Chiyoda" aircraft carrier of the Imperial Japanese Navy, Wu Bing has many ways to do it. It's worth knowing that Wu Bing's consciousness is like a super-arsenal, and when he asks Chen Cheng for something, it's also a way of covering his ears and eyes.
Without mentioning Wu Bing's thoughts in his heart, Chen Cheng couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief when he heard Wang Yaowu agree to this matter.
He then said to Wang Yaowu: "Zemin is a model of righteousness for the people, you can rest assured that they will complete their mission. I will return your special forces team intact."
Wu Bing looked at Chen Cheng and asked: "Director Chen, when are we departing?"
The war is imminent, gather your special forces tonight and set off! What you want, I will have someone transport it to the designated location for you. I hope you succeed this time. Chen Cheng said.
Wu Bing nodded and said: Don't worry, Director Chen, we will definitely not disappoint you.
Chen Cheng smiled and said: As long as you have confidence, you can succeed. I heard from Zuo Min that you used to study at the Military Academy in Country M.
Wu Bing heard Chen Cheng's question and thought to himself: I've studied at the Advanced Infantry Command Academy, as for that West Point, I don't even know which way the gate opens. But he still calmly replied to Chen Cheng: Yes.
After getting Wu Bing's affirmative answer, Chen Cheng showed a very interested expression and said: Since you studied at the Military Academy in Country M, I would like to hear your views on the current situation in Shanghai?
Wu Bing was in a dilemma, thinking to himself: "Damn it, how can I say this? Should I tell you what's recorded in the historical records of later generations?" Although the Battle of Shanghai achieved its strategic goals and changed the course of the war from north-south to east-west, making use of the complex terrain of Jiangnan to block the enemy.
But in the later stages, the KMT army was surrounded by the Communist army from Jinshanwei Landing Force, and the front-line troops were in great disorder. Some units withdrew from the battlefield on their own, and Chiang Kai-shek had no choice but to agree to retreat. However, during the retreat, there was no clear order of withdrawal, and hundreds of thousands of KMT soldiers crowded onto a few highways, suffering heavy casualties from Communist air raids. The great retreat turned into a great rout, and tens of thousands of soldiers were scattered while retreating to Nanjing, also laying the groundwork for the defeat in the Battle of Nanjing's defense.
Seeing Wu Bing wanting to speak but hesitating, his superior Wang Yaowu said beside him: Director Chen lets you speak, just say it, even if you're wrong, it's no big deal.
Wu Bing heard this and said with a determined tone: Alright, since the superiors want to hear my humble opinion, I'll say something about my views on the Battle of Shanghai. If there's anything incorrect, please point it out, sirs.
The several officials present nodded in unison, and then Wu Bing said: I think all the officials know that the Battle of Shanghai was fought with a quick battle and a quick decision, but now the goal of a quick battle and a quick decision is no longer possible. Both sides have turned the war of quick battles and quick decisions into a protracted war.
Moreover, the sea is a boundless expanse of ten thousand li, flat and open in all directions, with no natural defenses to rely on. The enemy's naval, land, and air forces can unleash their firepower without restraint, while our army is like being trapped in a huge furnace, left to be roasted at will.
The battle has been going on until now, and it's time for us to build a second line of defense.
"Second line of defense?" Chen Cheng asked.
Yes, the second line of defense. On the Su-Jia Railway's first national defense line, let the reinforcement troops form a second line of defense relying on the first national defense line. Implement scorched earth tactics here, blow up all roads, bridges, factories, stations and equipment that cannot be transported.
The troops then withdrew to the second line of defense and launched a blocking campaign against the enemy army, dispatching elite troops to launch mobile warfare, conducting large-scale transfers, interludes, encirclements and counter-encirclements, harassment and raids, and other multi-faceted combat modes.
The advantage of doing so is that it prevents their navy from providing support for combat, and we don't have to worry about the enemy's naval gunfire.
The second is to preserve our crack troops, smash the enemy's plan for a quick victory and draw them into a protracted war.
Everyone knows that Japan is an island nation and cannot achieve a quick victory. Japan will face its greatest strategic weakness, which is the lack of resources for war and civilian life, and it cannot withstand long-term consumption. If a quick victory cannot be achieved on the battlefield, then Japan's eventual defeat is inevitable.
Third, the longer the enemy's front line is stretched, our army will have the opportunity to launch attacks on them at any time and place. Implementing a scorched earth strategy of clearing the walls and fields will increase their logistical burden and consume their war reserves.
That's my opinion, if there's anything inappropriate, please point it out to me, said Wu Bing.
Chen Cheng tapped his finger lightly on the table, bowing his head to think about Wu Bing's words. Wu Bing's words had a great impact on him, and he couldn't help but look at Wu Bing in a new light. He thought to himself: The officer in front of him had underestimated him, and was able to analyze the battle situation so clearly. Suddenly, he felt a desire to recruit him.
He then said to Wu Bing: Your analysis is good, I will consider your suggestion.
Then he smiled and said to Wu Bing: I'm short of a counselor there, would you like to go with me?
Chen Cheng directly extended an invitation to Wu Bing, leaving him somewhat stunned, and even the face of his superior, Wang Yaowu, looked unpleasant.
Wu Bing thought to himself: You've given me a multiple-choice question! After some deliberation, Wu Bing still chose to stay in the 51st Division.
Smiling, Chen Cheng said: Thank you for the kindness of Director Chen, I still want to stay in the 51st Special Warfare Brigade. Mainly because I like the combat life on the front line, and the instructor has a knowledge of me, I cannot let him down.
Wang Yaowu's stiff face relaxed after hearing Wu Bing's words.
Chen Cheng burst out laughing and said: If I really force you to leave, wouldn't Brother Zoumin scold me? The people in the house also followed with loud laughter.
Chen Cheng then turned to Wang Yaowu and said: "Sao Min, if you don't like the look of Wu Bing, just send him over to me! I'll take him in fully. The crowd burst into laughter again.
Alright, bring your special forces team to headquarters tonight and I'll brief you on the specific mission. Chen Cheng said to Wu Bing.
Yes. Wu Bing replied.
Chen Cheng joked with Wang Yaowu: Alright, if I stay here any longer, Brother Zoumin will be coaxing me soon.
Wang Yaowu hastily smiled and said: I don't dare, how can that be?
Chen Cheng took a few people and left the division, Division Commander Wang Yaowu turned to Wu Bing and said: This time, you must be extra careful and come back alive, put aside your current tasks for now and get ready.
Yes, thank you for your concern, Master Wu said.
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