Regarding Yang Zhen's plan to form two tank regiments for the advance army, the old commander suddenly remembered why he insisted on taking turns to train at the Fujin base while the main forces of the advance army. However, he asked the advance army to separately transfer two infantry regiments, as well as some intellectuals to Luobei for special training.

The commander kept asking him why, but he just wouldn't say. Now the old commander understands that this guy transferred these two infantry regiments there in order to form two tank regiments for the advance army. It's just that the equipment of the two regiments at that time had no source, and he refused to say whether he was alive or dead.

But for Yang Zhen's decision, after thinking about it carefully, the old commander still shook his head resolutely and said: "You have this idea, and the commander and I are very grateful." But are you thinking about the formation of these two tank regiments? The current situation of our troops, as well as the combat tasks in the next stage, should still be dominated by lightly armed troops. ”

"Two tank regiments, one is that once we break away from you and fight alone, we really can't afford to feed them. Not to mention gasoline and spare parts, even artillery shells we have nowhere to go. Without a source of gasoline, spare parts and shells, what is the use of these tanks? ”

"The second is that these tanks are not very useful when fighting in the mountains, and it is a burden to carry them. The matter of these two tank regiments, I think it should be put aside first. Now it is time to concentrate the main efforts on first improving the tactical literacy of the infantry and artillery of the troops. ”

Regarding the old man's concerns, Yang Zhen, who knew what he was thinking, smiled, but he didn't point it out, but just said: "Old chief, the army is still expanded." Regardless of whether they can be used in the next stage of operations, these two regiments still have to be formed. Only when we have laid the foundation first, and when it is time to use it, we will not be crammed temporarily. ”

"And considering the use of the next combat against the advance army, we are going to equip these two tank regiments with Soviet-made light tanks this time. According to our plan, each of these two tank regiments has two tank battalions, each with 24 T-26 tanks and 12 BT fast tanks. The regiment directly subordinate to the regiment has one antiaircraft artillery company and one combat defense artillery company, and one artillery battalion towed by automobiles. ”

"Although the Soviet-made tank is weaker in armor, it is fast and has strong cross-country ability, and can be used in mountain combat. Moreover, the 45-mm tank gun it is equipped with is quite powerful against the Japanese field fortifications, especially the machine gun fortifications. ”

"Not only tanks, but also to train aviation personnel for the Kannai troops, equip them with tactical aircraft. When our production capacity goes up and the assistance from the United States and Britain is in place, we will also expand the artillery equipment for the troops in the Guannai. The Soviet-made 76-millimeter cannons we brought in this time were handed over to the Advance Army to form two or three eight-gun artillery battalions for use as flat-firing direct aim and suppressive firepower. ”

"As for the supply of spare parts, artillery shells and gasoline after returning to the old base area. Old chief, don't you believe that we will be able to open up land links with the Guannai in the next phase of the war? Old chief, it's not okay if you don't have confidence in us like that. ”

Yang Zhen's reply made Lao Shuai hesitate for a moment, and finally said: "I understand your intentions, and I don't believe that you can open up the communication line." However, the military industrial capacity of the various base areas in North China is limited, and it is difficult to even manufacture hand grenades. All the supplements are all thousands of miles from the Northeast to North China, and the pressure on you is too great. ”

"However, you have a point. In this way, we accept these two tank regiments, but we don't want Soviet-made artillery. Once you return to fight in Kannai, the pressure on your logistics will be too great. In this way, you can hand over the Japanese-made Type 38 field artillery that you replaced with Soviet-made artillery to us. ”

"Japanese-made shells, we can solve some of them in the Guannai. The Kannai Arsenal also overhauled some captured Japanese shells. With this foundation, you are providing some technical and equipment support, and I think it's okay to copy it. And with the same caliber, we can also use captured Japanese shells on the spot. ”

The old marshal finally nodded to the formation of a tank regiment, which means that they have acquiesced to this matter. However, Lao Shuai resolutely opposed the transfer of Soviet-made artillery by the Anti-Japanese Union. However, considering Yang Zhen's attitude, Lao Shuai tactfully proposed an alternative method this time.

Regarding the old handsome's construction, Yang Zhen smiled and didn't say anything more, but turned the topic to other aspects. There are some things that it is better not to push too hard. Guo Bingxun has already come up with a detailed plan for adjusting the firepower of the advancing army according to the combat method of the advancing army.

At present, the General Staff Office and the Logistics Service are in the process of allocating the required weapons and equipment according to the programme. With the exception of the insufficient number of light weapons, which need to be readjusted, heavy weapons are basically in place. It would be better to consult with them when it is time to study and implement it with the advance army. Now that I insist on it, I seem to be a little aggressive.

After this batch of Soviet-made artillery was in place, the gap in the artillery was adjusted internally, and although there was still a certain shortage in quantity, it could be replaced by Japanese-made artillery captured in this battle. Moreover, many of the artillery pieces captured by the Anti-Japanese Federation this time are no longer used by themselves. Like the Type 92 infantry gun and the Type 94 37 rapid-fire gun, all of them could be allocated to the advance army.

Moreover, the weight and power of these two guns are very suitable for use in the advance army as the main artillery. The key issue now is the number of light weapons of 79 caliber, and there is a large gap in the number of equipment reequipped for the advance army. These weapons will have to wait until the Soviets promise to transfer them at the end of the year before they can be reequipped.

Yang Zhen, who didn't hold on, turned his head to Li Yanping and said: "Political commissar, during this time, I am mainly thinking about the negotiation with the United States and Britain. I never remembered to ask, what happened to your protest at the Soviet consulate? What answer did the Soviets give us? ”

Hearing Yang Zhen mention this matter, Li Yanping shook his head and smiled bitterly: "Old Yang, I have looked for Kovalev. He advised us not to pursue the matter anymore and not to bring it up again. The Far Eastern Military District is having a very hard time now, and it has been very badly rectified by Moscow. ”

"As soon as the Soviet delegation returned to the territory of the Soviet Union after the end of the negotiations. Major General Griglenko, a staff officer of the Far Eastern Military District, who had been in charge of contacting us, was removed from his post at the airport and left the Far Eastern Military District with the delegation. ”

The commander of the Far Eastern Military District, General Abanashenk, was repeatedly severely reprimanded by Moscow throughout the negotiations and after the conclusion of the negotiations, and almost did not remove himself from his post. He advised us to be patient for the time being, even for the sake of General Abanashenk. ”

"Anyway, this matter has not caused us any serious consequences, so it's better to leave it at that. And he told us very bluntly that we should not hold on to this matter anymore. We'd better think about the people who are qualified to make that decision before we talk about anything else. ”

"If something happens to General Abanashenk, who has always supported us, the impact on us will be too great. And he sued me, and he also received a request to return to Moscow to report on his work. If he does not return, it means that Moscow's attitude towards us has changed. Let's be careful about ourselves in the future, and don't worry too much about some things. ”

Regarding Li Yanping's reply, Yang Zhen was slightly stunned, and then said with a wry smile: "This is the old man in Moscow who didn't take advantage of this negotiation and was angry with the Far Eastern Military Region." However, General Abanashenk, at least for the time being, has no one to replace in the Far Eastern Military District, and he will be fine. As for Kovalev, he can't be sure. ”

"If he is really implicated in this matter, then I am afraid that he will not be able to come back. But given his position, I don't think it's too big. There are some sins, but if Moscow makes him disappear completely, it is not very likely. After all, he can only be regarded as a small person, and even if it is not his turn to vent his anger. ”

After thinking about it for a while, Yang Zhen shook his head and said, "Although his reply is very angry, there is one thing he said is right. If General Abanashenk is really removed, the impact on us will be too great. If we change to a guy who obeys Moscow's orders, we will be in even more trouble. Forget it, this matter is over. ”

Yang Zhen's tone was full of unwillingness and helplessness, and Lao Shuai and Li Yanping heard it. It's just that in this matter, neither of them can say anything. The lifeline is held in the hands of others, and if you want to strangle you, you have to be at your fingertips. And judging from what Yang Zhen said before, the Americans will not completely fall out with the Soviets for the sake of resisting the United Nations.

In this matter, the Anti-Union has almost no means to fight back. What should I do if I can't bear it? Causing a big confrontation is only harmful, but not beneficial. Fortunately, although some secrets were leaked, under Yang Zhen's clever words, it did not bring substantial losses to the Anti-Union, but it just took a lot of words.

Lao Shuai and Li Yanping didn't say anything, but Yang Zhen closed his eyes and didn't know what to think about. Just when others thought he was asleep, he opened his eyes and said to Li Yanping: "Lao Li, now that the negotiation has basically come to an end, we must devote our main energy to the reorganization and training of the troops. ”

"At present, the military region does not have the energy to grasp these things, but the new chairman of the northeast government has not yet been put in place. In this way, you will hand over the content and agreement of the negotiation to the commander-in-chief as much as possible. We don't have that much energy, we hold everything in our hands. Those that should be handed over to the local government will be handed over to the local government by taking advantage of this rare opportunity for temporary calm. ”

"You talk to the commander-in-chief, and let the Northeast Bureau and the local government seize the time to implement it. In terms of infrastructure, it is better to let the plant and workers and other equipment, and absolutely not let the equipment wait for the plant and workers. The Northeast Bureau should come up with a plan for the infrastructure projects that should start next year. Don't be reluctant to invest, if we tighten it for a year or two, we will be much more relaxed in the future. ”

"In addition, the Americans will start providing annual financial assistance next year, and I think a considerable part of the funds will be offset in the name of equipment and supplies, and it would be nice to have half of it in cash. If you don't know, anything like steel helmets, water bottles, tents, etc., will be offset by the Americans. ”

"In this way, you ask the Northeast Bureau and the Northeast Government to hurry up and make a budget. But there are two things that should be a priority in the budget. First, the funds handed over to the central government every year should be set aside in advance. It should be no less than $5 million per year, and it is guaranteed that the supplementary amount can be increased by 3 to 5 million according to the needs of the central government. ”

"Second, the annual education funds must be guaranteed to be distributed in full, and the annual education budget must be sufficient. It is necessary to ensure that the students are fed and warm, and if there are insufficient funds, it is better for the troops and organs to eat one less meal, but not a single cent of the education funds should be missing. The dormitory should be renovated, and the ondol will be changed to heating if it really doesn't work. Last winter, the incident of gas poisoning in the dormitory of Founder School must not happen again. ”