The Iron-Blooded Army of Beacon Fire

Chapter 75 Battle of Annihilation within the Formation [-]
If anyone on the battlefield witnessed the entire process of the attacking Japanese infantry squadron from attacking to being bombed, the answer is yes, it was the infantry artillery unit assigned to the attacking first squadron.

This infantry artillery unit witnessed the entire process at the breach, and when more than thirty remaining Japanese troops retreated, the captain of the infantry artillery unit, Koichi Tian, ​​trembled with trembling hands.

Just now, through the telescope, he witnessed almost the annihilation of a squadron in a short period of time. Even though he was an old corps leader who had served for many years, he felt unspeakable fear in his heart when he saw the tragic situation of the infantry in front.

"Squad leader, more than 30 infantrymen have withdrawn. What should we do? Should we close our artillery and retreat?"

Hearing the voices of the soldiers around him, Tadokoro calmed down for a moment and said: "We can't withdraw. The infantry has not withdrawn yet. We have to cover them!"

Although the situation on the battlefield reversed in an instant, Koichi Tadokoro still displayed his qualities as a professional soldier and fulfilled his duty of covering the retreat of the infantry.

Moreover, at this moment and in such a situation, his artillery unit actually also needs the support of infantry.

If these dozens of infantry cannot be withdrawn, then only his artillery unit will be left on the battlefield, which is difficult to support alone. What's more, the artillery moves unchanged and lacks basic self-defense capabilities. The entire unit has no self-defense weapons at all, except for that Apart from the 30mm [-] infantry gun, the only weapon was the [-]-year-old bayonet on the soldier's waist.

If the artillery is to be withdrawn, it also needs the cover of the infantry.

Tadokoro Koichi said: "How many more shells are there?"

"Squad leader, there are only four grenades left!"

"Immediately prepare for shooting, aim at that damn flank position, keep an eye on the Chinese army's position, and if there is a situation, immediately open fire and shoot to cover their retreat!"

Soon, the 30nd Infantry Artillery Detachment continued to prepare for shooting while more than [-] Japanese infantrymen were running back. The first gunner checked the pitch and division, and aimed the muzzle at the diagonal position where He Wei was. Then, operate the high and low level wheel and the direction hand wheel for precise aiming, and align the intersection point of the sight with He Wei's position to complete precise aiming.

The second gunner and the third gunner completed the work of opening the breech and assisting aiming at the same time. The fourth gunner and the sixth gunner took out a [-]mm grenade, installed the message tube, checked that the message tube was indeed tightened, and then handed over the warhead. The seventh gunner assembled the seventy-mm grenade warhead and barrel and handed the shell to the second gunner again. Then, the second gunner loaded the shell into the gun chamber and completed the shooting preparation.

The black muzzle was pointed directly at He Wei's position. There was no other reason. If we were to discuss who had caused the greatest casualties to the attacking Japanese army just now, it had to be He Wei's position, and He Wei's position was also the first. The position from which the thunder cannon was ejected was the "number one target".

"Hurry up, hurry up!"

Tadokoro Koichi looked at the running infantry and thought to himself, the retreating Japanese infantry of more than 30 people used an impact speed faster than that during the assault. They ran all the way and quickly crossed the open land. There were still 50 meters to go. When you get to the anti-tank ditch, as long as you rush here, you will have cover. With cover, you will be basically safe.

The Chinese army did not fire again during this period. Seeing such a situation, Tian Suogengyi's anxious heart relaxed.Koichi Wada had the same mood, as did the more than 30 Japanese infantrymen who were retreating. In their eyes, the anti-tank ditch in the distance was a life-saving straw and a shelter. As long as they rushed there, they could rush through the remaining short distance. A few dozen meters away, everything was promising, so more than 30 people ran with all their strength regardless of the impact.

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Suddenly, a loud bugle sounded from the side and behind. Before the more than 30 retreating Japanese troops had time to react, they suddenly saw dozens of Chinese infantry figures emerging from the anti-tank trenches in front!
He Wei ordered the ceremonial trumpet to be blown, which was the signal for Hu Zhaowu to attack. Hearing the trumpet, Hu Zhaowu was the first to rush out of the hiding place, picked up the shell gun in his hand and fired two shots into the sky, shouting: "Brothers, Get the copy guy!"

The fully loaded second platoon of officers and soldiers rushed out of the hiding place and helped each other climb out of the anti-tank trench. The three Czech light machine guns in the entire platoon barely needed to be aimed. They fired a burst of fire at the rushing Japanese troops, more than 20 of them. The Chinese rifles also opened fire. At this distance, there was no need to aim carefully. The fleeing Japanese troops all held their guns with one hand. They never expected that a platoon of Chinese soldiers would emerge from the anti-tank trench. They were knocked down by surprise. Half the people.

"Hit!"

Hu Zhaowu picked up the shell gun and knelt down to shoot. A row of people climbed out of the trench and fired with all the firearms in their hands. The retreating Japanese troops were caught off guard. Those who were not hit could only lie on the ground and shoot at the second row. , the second platoon was a fully equipped infantry platoon, and these escaping Japanese troops only had rifles in their hands. Their firepower and numbers were at a disadvantage, and they could not last long.

Tian Suogeng, who was observing the artillery position, was dumbfounded for a moment. He never expected that a row of Chinese soldiers suddenly emerged from the anti-tank trench in front of him.

"Change the target and hit the Chinese infantry in the open ground!"

Several infantry gunners hurriedly adjusted the aiming target of the Type 60 Infantry Cannon. With a bang, a cloud of smoke came out of the muzzle of the Type [-] Infantry Cannon and fired a shell at Hu Zhaowu's platoon. There was no calibration and the accuracy was natural. Unfortunately, the shell flew sideways over the head of Hu Zhaowu's platoon, and exploded more than [-] meters to the right of the platoon, sending up a cloud of dust.

In the diagonal position, He Wei saw the infantry artillery firing at the breach through the exploding dust. He ordered without hesitation: "The whole class is here, fix bayonets and prepare to charge. Let's deal with the fleeing Japanese troops and infantry artillery." , after killing the infantry artillery, the bugler immediately blew the charge horn and asked others to charge and kill the Japanese soldiers who were injured by the bombing!"

"Go on the bayonet!"

The squad leader of the third squad, Tu Desheng, repeated the command. The riflemen of the third squad took out their bayonets from their waists and loaded their rifles. He Wei fixed the bayonet on his rifle, loaded the rifle and fired, and fired at the messenger Tao Heiwa who was beside him. Said: "You hide in the hidden department and don't come out until the battle is over."

He Wei grabbed the shell gun and jumped out of the diagonal position, shouting an order: "Charge with the whole class, get behind the Japanese infantry, and kill them!"

Without enough time to stop any decent battle formation, He Wei led this group of people and rushed toward the remaining Japanese troops who were fighting Hu Zhaowu's platoon at a low profile. These Japanese troops were fighting hard with Hu Zhaowu's platoon. There were only a dozen of them. All shot from a prone position.

These Japanese troops were overwhelmed by Hu Zhaowu, who had an absolute advantage in numbers and firepower. They were not prepared for the Chinese troops rushing from behind. When the two sides were 30 meters apart, He Wei first threw two Gong-made long-handled grenades in succession.

(End of this chapter)