Northern France.

Somewhere in the garrison of Army Group B.

Rommel and Kesselring looked at the humble warehouse in front of them, and the expressions on their faces were strange.

"This ····· Can you really bring supplies in? ”

The corners of Kesselring's mouth twitched, and he couldn't help but ask.

The world is one.

In the northwest of Shanxi, a half-regimental unit received a large amount of weaponry and supplies, and no one could discover the source and transportation route of these materials, which had an impact on northern France, thousands of kilometers away.

Upon learning and confirming the news, Rommel became intrigued.

In Africa, the main reason for his defeat was the severe shortage of ammunition and food, and he was powerless in the face of Montgomery's attack, even if he had a plan in mind.

As the old Chinese saying goes, it is difficult for a good woman to cook without rice.

If he had sufficient weapons and supplies at that time, even if the troops were at a disadvantage, it was impossible to say who would win or lose.

After returning to the base camp, he began to organize an investigation, which immediately aroused the interest of the entire German intelligence service, the regimental unit, which used German weapons.

Rifles, machine guns, and even tanks.

And the number is far more than expected, there are thousands of tanks, as well as at least one million tons of fuel, tens of millions of tons of food, tens of thousands of cars, reinforced concrete and other materials.

Suddenly, a thought came to Rommel's mind.

Although it is not known where these weapons and materials came from and how they were transported to the northwest of Shanxi, if Germany can obtain these materials, then this war will be fought.

He began to persuade them, during which Air Force General Kesselring joined in, and after obtaining consent, he organized to send someone to contact the other party and negotiate a price, and finally reached the agreement.

"I don't know."

Rommel also had no bottom in his heart:

"They didn't let us in, and they didn't say how to transport it, they just said that they wanted a military warehouse to prepare for receiving."

Many people in the country did not believe this, and even the Führer scolded him for having nothing to do, and if it weren't for his strong request, he would not have reached this incredible deal.

Of course, there is also the credit of General Kesselring, who is very well connected.

According to the contract.

The other party, the Independent Regiment, provided Germany, with equipment, ammunition, food, and supplies, and Germany severed contact with Japan, arrested all Japanese government personnel, and gave preferential treatment to all Chinese and overseas Chinese, during which they had to supervise those who came from the villains.

If it is true, then Germany has taken a big advantage in this business, and a little price will be exchanged for enough fuel and even weapons and equipment for the whole army, anyway, the Japanese can no longer contain the Soviets, and there is nothing to give up.

But here's the thing.

Can this really transport supplies?

Looking at the warehouse he ordered to build in front of him, Rommel himself was very uncertain.

While waiting, the two continued to chat:

"Are those people looking for you?"

Suddenly, Kesselring changed his mind.

"I didn't see it."

Rommel shook his head.

He knew that 'those people' were those people, but after returning home, he had been working on the cooperation with the Independent Regiment, and he didn't pay much attention to those people. He knew very well that what Germany needed now was supplies and nothing else.

"That's good."

Kesselring nodded.

Ten minutes later, the door of the warehouse was opened, and out of it came a Republican man with a gun, dressed in civilian clothes and wearing a gray military cap.

According to the contract, this warehouse was guarded by the troops of the Independent Regiment, and no one was allowed to enter without permission, and there was no difficulty in this condition, anyway, this is France, not Germany itself, so what does it matter.

The two of them entered the warehouse through the open warehouse door, and when they saw that the originally empty warehouse was already piled up, their eyes widened.

There were bags of grain, barrels of fuel, and even a couple of tanks.

"5,000 tons of flour, 500 tons of canned meat, 2,000 tons of ordinary gasoline, 2,000 tons of 130 fuel fuel, plus 50 tanks No. 4, some tank parts and ammunition and diesel."

The man in the gray military hat said with a smile.

Rommel and Kesselring looked at each other, with surprise, solemnity, and confusion in their eyes.

Not verbose, the two immediately rushed into the warehouse to check the materials inside.

Feel the brand new tank four, open the spare parts packed in wooden boxes, pick open the fuel cap, smell the smell of gasoline and diesel, open bags of white flour, and smell the meat inside cans of canned meat.

This general, a marshal's pupils widened suddenly.

Subsequently, the two immediately ordered:

"Arrest immediately... Unleash everything..."

"And."

Kesselring flashed:

"Didn't the Japanese consult the Ministry of Technology about night vision devices? Order the technical department to intercept the message back. ”

Although Japan is a very important ally.

But.

What's the use of this ally now? Not to mention that this idiot also pulled the Americans in. And the other party's bid is really high, it's time to sell.

According to the contract, the greater their movements, the greater the amount of supplies delivered by the independent regiment.

"These tanks, fuel and spare parts are given to the 3rd Armored Regiment of the 2nd Armored Division!"

Rommel ordered.

······

Ping County.

A small county town located in Mongolian Province, 50 kilometers away from Chengde.

in a room.

"Is this true?"

Looking at a document in his hand, he thought that the tone of the twenty-something staff officer was full of disbelief.

The material was not in Chinese and was written in two languages, but there was no problem at all for the staff officer who studied in Russia, and he knew both languages, one Russian and the other Japanese.

And on the first page of the material, it reads "Non-Aggression Pact"

"Absolutely."

Ding Wei nodded:

"We confirmed this information through two sources."

Generally speaking, this kind of non-aggression pact will definitely be very tight, but with Boss Chen on his side, any devil's intelligence is easy for him.

With the corresponding information, there is naturally no problem in confirming from the devil.

Moreover, the actions of both sides have also proved the accuracy of this treaty.

"This is a betrayal of our country, how can they do this."

The young staff officer clenched his fists and gritted his teeth.

"Between countries, there are only interests, not friendship."

Ding Wei continued to say with a smile, his tone unchanged at all:

"However, there is still friendship between people, but this friendship cannot transcend countries."

"Between countries, there is only interests, not friendship."

The staff officer also calmed down, accepted the facts, and began to savor the words.

"How many troops are coming?"

Ding Wei then asked.

According to the plan, he had 60 infantry battalions, 20 tank battalions, 20 artillery battalions, 10 flying brigades, and other auxiliary units, for a total strength of 250,000.

But plans are just plans.

At present, the total strength of the independent regiment is only 200,000, and it is impossible to meet his requirements at one time. Even if the current brigade headquarters has also sent some grassroots officers and soldiers in, the speed of expansion is not fast.

On average, only about 15,000 people can be added in a week.

A large number of advanced equipment has given rise to more tactics and made the combat effectiveness of the troops stronger, but the requirements for new recruits have increased dramatically, and the physical fitness and knowledge level of the troops have higher requirements.

It's no longer the time when you can enlist in the army with a gun and a good body.

A new tactic to learn is not only digging trenches, running on the battlefield, shooting, but also infantry and artillery coordination, and three months of recruit training time, which can not be less.

So of his 250,000 troops, only 50,000 were elite troops, and the rest were recruits.

The same is true for Kong Jie and Li Yunlong, the elite troops are divided equally among the three people, and at this point, Li Yunlong disdains to take advantage.

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"At present, the main force of 50,000 people has arrived, and the equipment has been distributed from the warehouse."

The staff officer replied:

"There will be 30,000 new recruits arriving today and tomorrow, all of them have just passed three months, including three tank battalions and three artillery battalions."

"Okay."

Ding Wei nodded and looked at the map on the table.

His gaze was focused on Chengde.

The three-month training of the construction brigade and the three-month training of recruits have made the recruits of the independent regiment very high-quality, and the new infantry battalion can go directly to the battlefield, not to mention the command is easy, and the combat effectiveness is not weak.

But a skilled recruit is still a recruit, with poor experience, and he has a lot to think about as a commander.

Moreover, three months is completely insufficient for technical arms, primarily artillery and tank crews.

The artillery can barely be used for three months, at most it is unfamiliar, anyway, now the devil does not have much ability to threaten the artillery troops, just hide in the rear and open the artillery, as long as you avoid hurting your own people.

But the tank troops, three months is not enough time at all, even if they are all good seedlings who participate in the tank troops, but it is still far from enough, they are completely rookies among rookies, and the tank troops need to engage the enemy at close range.

So Ding Wei needs to think about it carefully.

How to maximize the training of new recruits and grow rapidly during the battle, so as to avoid major casualties.

"Chengde's devil is the first division, right?"

Ding Wei continued to ask.

"Yes."

The staff officer nodded:

"According to intelligence, the first division of the Japanese army stationed in Chengde, also known as the Tokyo Division, the commander of the division is Lieutenant General Hattori Kotaro, with a total strength of 20,000 troops, equipped with 105 artillery, and tank troops, which is a devil's heavy division."

"In addition, there is the 28th Division, and the 10th Division is coming."

"It is estimated that the total strength of the devil's garrison in Chengde will be 70,000."

"70,000 people, three first-class divisions."

Ding Wei licked his lips, a little excited.

Although the independent regiment branch under his command is equipped with advanced equipment and sufficient supplies, this time, the devils he faced were the three main divisions, the A division, which were the most elite troops of the devils.

This time, I am very strong, but the enemy is not weak, and it will be a hearty and tough battle.

"Order the artillery units, give the enemy ····· first"

After pondering for a moment, Ding Wei began to give orders.

It will take a little time for the troops to regroup, so he is going to set off some fireworks for the devil first, and it just so happens that he has a few new large-caliber heavy guns here, which are suitable for setting off fireworks for the devil.

"Also."

Ding Wei continued:

"All ministries have strengthened vigilance and sent out all the 100 sets of night vision devices."

At the same time.

Chengde.

Inside the headquarters of the Japanese army.

Kotaro Hattori looked at the map on the table, as well as aerial photographs obtained at the expense of a reconnaissance aircraft, and fell into deep thought.

The independent regiment is powerful and menacing, and he must come up with a plan to deal with it.

Although it is not clear how so many tanks, artillery and other heavy equipment from the other side were transported, he understands very well that Chengde must not be defended, and Taiyuan is a living example.

In the face of the powerful offensive of the Eighth Route Army, the stubborn defense will inevitably be slowly eroded by the opponent's superior firepower and strong logistics, and it must take the initiative to attack.

took advantage of the other party's unstable foothold and caught him off guard.

"Order the 49th and 57th Infantry Wings to be ready for intersperse."

Kotaro Hattori said.

The enemy is strong, very strong, and will get stronger and stronger.

Therefore, Hattori showed the quality of the commander of his 1st Division, without any delay, and took out all his strength at one time, and two elite infantry wings were interspersed with battles.

"That's right."

Finally, Hattori said:

"Contact the country, when will the information about the night vision device arrive."

Hattori Kotaro is also very clear about the situation of the independent regiment equipped with night vision devices, so he needs information on this kind of technical equipment.

Any kind of technical equipment.

Especially this equipment that uses new technology.

As long as he understands the distance of this equipment and understands the corresponding defects, through this defect, he can make targeted responses to avoid being discovered by night vision devices at night.

"Hey."

The staff officer bowed his head.