Chapter 107 Is this a regiment? This firepower is comparable to a division! "Yunsheng, this request of yours really makes it difficult for me." Du Yuming couldn't help but smile bitterly after hearing Cun Yunsheng's request. He has said before that the Fifth Army is not his private army and can be given away at will. However, those who eat people are short-tongued and have soft hands. So, it is difficult for him to refuse the other party. In the past few days, the Sichuan Army has transported a large amount of supplies to the Fifth Army. Tons of food were transported there, dozens of live pigs, other cans, compressed biscuits, etc. countless. It is no exaggeration that the Fifth Army can completely rely on these supplies to easily complete the rest of the journey. In addition to these, the injured also consumed medical aid at all costs. Some of the seriously wounded were already sentenced to death in the eyes of the veterans, but they were saved in the end. It can be said that the entire Fifth Army is grateful for the Sichuan Army Corps.
The wounded even solemnly stated that they would stay and help the Sichuan Army fight the Japs. Du Yuming didn’t understand how this kid could win people’s hearts so much at such a young age. Actually, it’s not Cun Yunsheng who can win people’s hearts, but his ability to compare their hearts to their own. They are all heroes fighting for their country. How can we make heroes bleed and shed tears? So he asked the people in the logistics and health teams to do their best to rescue the wounded and transport a large amount of supplies to the Fifth Army. Even the rare drug penicillin was taken out. The number of penicillin accumulated during this period was less than fifty boxes. However, Cun Yunsheng still did not hesitate to take out all the penicillin and requested all-out efforts to rescue the seriously injured. Except for a very few of the seriously injured who had broken arms and legs, the others suffered from high fever and fainting due to wound infection and pus. As long as the infection is controlled, you can survive. It is precisely because of Cun Yunsheng's various performances that it is difficult for Du Yuming to handle. “Sir, this request is really easy for you.” Cun Yunsheng said with a smile. "Just now, General Stilwell sent me a telegram. A large amount of military supplies will arrive in Myitkyina next, and the Sichuan Army will also be reorganized according to the standard regiment of the US military." "As for the foundation of the Sichuan Army, I believe you also know that many people can be used as big soldiers, but if they are asked to operate those new weapons, they will not be able to use them at all." "If nothing else, if it weren't for the support of the brothers from the Fifth Army Artillery Regiment in terms of heavy artillery, I'm afraid my soldiers would still be thinking about how to fire the artillery." "Not to mention, new tanks from the US military will be shipped next. I am now worried about how to use those tanks." Hearing this, the corners of Du Yuming's mouth twitched. Are you sure this guy isn't here to show off? Worried about new tanks? He also wants to worry. If you don’t have enough, you can give it to me. But, honest people are ashamed, especially as a junior, he was really embarrassed to ask for it.
Furthermore, others have given me so many supplies, and if I extend my hand again, it will seem too greedy. “I really can’t give you the tank soldier, and I can’t explain it to myself.” Du Yuming shook his head and said. "However, I can ask the tank regiment to send some veterans to stay in the name of instructors, but it will only be three months at most. This is the longest time I can strive for. Beyond this time, they must go back." Favors must be repaid. Not to mention that the Sichuan Army occupied Myitkyina, blocked the Japanese attack, and saved most of the Fifth Army. He said that in the past few days since they came to Myitkyina, they had not lacked anything to eat or drink, and they even asked from time to time if they had enough. How can any motley crew do this sincere greeting? Even direct descendants cannot do this. So Du Yuming must return the favor. Considering that there are not many tanks in the tank regiment now, and many tank soldiers are actually infantry, it was decided to transfer some tank soldiers in the name of instructors to help the Sichuan Army form a tank battalion. As for the instructors sent by the Yankees, they have no conflict with them at all. In fact, Cun Yunsheng still looks down upon the armored instructors of the US military. At this time, it should be said that the German army has made the most use of tanks. It's a pity that the two sides have an antagonistic relationship, so Cun Yunsheng can only think about it. Fortunately, the tank regiment of the Fifth Army has some soldiers who were formerly members of the armored unit of the German Armored Division. In other words, it more or less inherited some German armor theories. Cooperating with the military concepts I know, I basically won a complete victory against the Japanese armored forces. “Thank you so much, thank you so much.” Cun Yunsheng stood up and held Du Yuming’s hands in his hands as he kept thanking him. With the support of the Fifth Army, the establishment of the tank battalion of the Sichuan Army will be very smooth. Zhao and that guy don’t have to talk to themselves every day. Du Yuming was a little anxious by his enthusiastic performance. “It doesn’t have to be like this. I have to thank you for saving the Fifth Army.” Du Yuming quickly waved his hand to indicate that it didn’t have to be like this. What a good man! He is really a good person! Cun Yunsheng felt a sense of emotion in his heart. It's a pity that good people can't be reused these days. Thinking of this, Cun Yunsheng's heart moved and he spoke. “Sir, the military assistance provided by the US military this time is very large, and it can completely re-equip the Sichuan Army.” ? ? ? ?
Du Yuming was stunned. Is this guy really not here to show off? However, after getting along and getting to know each other these days, he knew that this guy was not such a person, so he waited for his next step. “My thought is, does the commander care about old equipment?” “What do you mean? Do you want to sell it?” "Then you have found the wrong person. I have no money, and I am not responsible for the salary of the Fifth Army." Du Yuming shook his head, saying that he had no money and could not afford these weapons. “If you want to sell it, you can go to the black market. I believe someone will be interested in your equipment.” To be honest, Du Yuming is also very interested. After all, these old weapons have not been used many times and the rifling is new. You should know that the weapons used by some miscellaneous troops even have no rifling, but they can still be fired. This so-called old weapon is new to those motley crews. Even for direct descendants, it is a rare and good weapon. "Sir, I've got something wrong. If it's really for sale, I don't lack the channels in the black market." Cun Yunsheng said calmly. “What I mean is, give all these weapons and equipment to the Fifth Army, thank you sir for your help to the Sichuan Army.” Hearing this, Du Yuming's pupils shrank sharply. How luxurious is the equipment of the Sichuan Army? For example, all members are equipped with M1 Garand semi-automatic rifles at the lowest level, and the squad leaders and deputy squad leaders are all equipped with Thompson submachine guns. The squad is also equipped with Browning automatic rifles, also known as light machine guns. It can be said that the firepower of an infantry squad is equivalent to that of a company of a miscellaneous army, not even his fifth army. Not to mention the various infantry battalions of the Sichuan Army, artillery batteries, etc. According to Zhu Maoqin's words, the total number of mortars of the Sichuan Army exceeds two hundred. This is simply not the firepower configuration a regiment should have. Even a division does not have such powerful firepower. So, now that all the weapons and equipment have been donated to him, it is no wonder that Du Yuming breathes a lot faster. With so many weapons and equipment, he can confidently say that the next time he encounters a Japanese division attacking, he will be confident of defeating the opponent. Cun Yunsheng donated these equipment to Du Yuming. On the one hand, he wanted to thank the other party for his support. On the other hand, he wanted to strengthen some of the firepower of the Fifth Army so that they would be more relaxed when stationed in southwest Yunnan. After all, the losses of the Fifth Army are not heavy now. After a little reorganization and replenishing some troops, they can continue to participate in the battlefield. But relying on the original weapons and equipment, it may be very difficult to resist the Japanese attack. Coupled with the fact that the China-Burma Highway was cut off by the Japanese army, military assistance may have to rely on the Hump Route. However, the equipment transported by the transport aircraft on the hump route at one time is still very limited. After these equipments arrive at the mountain city, they will also be given priority to equip the direct troops. Given Du Yuming's honest character who doesn't fight or rob, it's not his turn at all. "Is this true?" Du Yuming still asked in disbelief. Even the adjutant next to him found it unbelievable. This was a regiment. And it’s not just an ordinary group!
It's no wonder that Du Yuming lost some of his color and his body was trembling a little. "Of course it's true. I always stick to my word." Cun Yunsheng said calmly. “However, I have a condition.” Sure enough, there is no free lunch in the world. Du Yuming’s heart sank and he said quickly. "If you want soldiers, forget it. I said they are not my private soldiers." "Sir, you are joking. My request is very simple. I hope that when the Fifth Army defends southwest Yunnan, if it cannot hold it, I hope that my grandfather can be taken away safely. After all, my grandfather is already eighty-eight years old. I just hope he can enjoy his old age in peace." Cun Yunsheng shook his head and then said with a heavy tone. Hearing this request, Du Yuming couldn't help but breathed a sigh of relief. He was really afraid of asking for support for some military units. Du Yuming can naturally guarantee this requirement. At the same time, he also took a high look at Cun Yunsheng. A person who could care so much about his grandfather must be a kind and filial person at heart. "Don't worry, I will defend southwest Yunnan to the death. If I really can't hold it, I will definitely take old man Cun away." Du Yuming promised. “Okay, I’ll have someone compile a list when I get back, including the artillery battalions promised to the Fifth Army.” Cun Yunsheng showed a satisfied smile. Hearing this, Du Yuming also showed a smile on his face, and at the same time he began to think about how to reorganize the fifth army. On the way back, Meng Fanfeng asked doubtfully. “Tuanzuo, you are really generous. Just give away the equipment of a regiment? Even if it is sold on the black market, it will cost a lot of money.” He said with a look of heartache. “You have forgotten that in Zenda, you sold a lot of weapons in order to raise military pay.” “Now we are really generous. We have given away the equipment of a regiment in one go. It is not just an ordinary infantry regiment.” “Okay, you have also seen the state of the Fifth Army. Without these weapons, how can they resist the Japanese attack by relying on Soviet-made weapons that lack ammunition in their hands?” “The Japanese army’s ambition is to attack mountain cities through southwest Yunnan.” “Think about the people in Zenda and the people in southwest Yunnan. They have already paid too much to build the Burma Highway.” “Are we still going to let them suffer the devastation of war?” "With this batch of weapons, the Fifth Army will be much better off. It can even restore its combat effectiveness in the shortest time and inflict heavy damage on the Japanese army. It is also a good time for us to rest and recuperate." Cun Yunsheng said angrily. "Don't forget, during the six months you were in Zenda, it was the people of Zenda who squeezed out their own rations to feed you. Although your food was not very good, with banana leaves and rice, the food of the people of Zenda was no better than yours. Where to go." “If you don’t think about anything else, just so that the people of Chanda can live a stable and carefree life, this batch of equipment must be given.” Cun Yunsheng’s words left Meng Fanglai completely speechless. Even though they complained that Shangfeng did not allocate funds or provide food, it was as if they had been forgotten. But they do get a small amount of food every month to ensure that they will not starve to death. “Besides, what are we going to fight for? Isn’t it to protect our country?”
“The weapons were given to the Fifth Army. I believe that General Du Yuming will definitely inflict heavy damage on the Japanese army.” "Not to mention, the weapons sent by the Yankees are terrifying." He said and threw a list over. Meng was annoyed after taking the list, and his pupils shrank sharply. “Tanzuo, is this Yankee crazy? Give him so many weapons?” “Now do you know why I despise those weapons?” “There are more than a dozen heavy tanks, not including those medium tanks, not to mention, each infantry battalion is also equipped with a 105mm howitzer battery and a large number of mortars.” Cun Yunsheng said with a sneer. “You are still far-sighted and I am not as good as you.” Meng Fanxiao immediately changed his face and said flatteringly. "Okay, stop talking nonsense, go and send a telegram to Zenda's supplementary camp and ask him to bring people to Myitkyina. I am short of people now." Cun Yunsheng kicked this guy and said angrily. Change first and then change. I’m going to have breakfast. I’m so hungry!
(End of this chapter)