Chapter 4: Engaging in Side Businesses

The 386th Independent Regiment was also established not long ago, slightly later than Li Yunlong's New Regiment.

How does the new regiment's equipment compare to that of our independent regiment?" Kong Jie asked

The first suggestion was one that all three battalion commanders fully endorsed

After the three battalion commanders reported in detail, Kong Jie appeared somewhat dazed

What do you know about the firepower configuration of the enemy's different units? For example, how is the firepower configuration of an enemy squad? How is the firepower configuration of an enemy company?

The three battalion commanders were all taken aback

Amid the confusion of the three battalion commanders, Kong Jie had been studying the map for quite some time, with his target consistently focused on Xiaolin Gully

The political commissar and the regiment commander of the group left all the work to Kong Jie alone

Conduct thorough reconnaissance before the war, so that one can be fully prepared during the conflict

It is now a complete realization of reality; the entire unit does not have a single heavy machine gun, and one cannot even think of mortars or similar equipment. It takes almost two people to carry a single rifle, and even then, some of the rifles likely have worn-out rifling. Issues such as jamming during combat or a significant decline in accuracy are certainly unavoidable

Especially this Shen Quan, who is no less talented than Zhang Dabiao

Headquarters

Shen Quan and Wang Huaibao Kong Jie were aware of this. Later, after Li Yunlong took over the Independent Regiment, these two battalion commanders became Li Yunlong's capable assistants. Unfortunately, they sacrificed their lives during the subsequent large-scale sweep by the Japanese.

Shen Quan continued: "The Second Battalion has 335 personnel, 3 light machine guns, 200 rifles, 2 boxes of grenades, and each armed individual has an average of 5 bullets."

Kong Jiedao: "You know about the new regiment led by Li Yunlong, right?"

Engaging in side businesses

Shen Quandao: "I have indeed heard about this; their equipment situation is much better, with both light and heavy machine guns, and it seems they have at least one mortar."

"Team leader, what does it mean?" Shen Quan asked in confusion

However, even so, it is still not that easy to defeat. Compared to the transport squad, the standard infantry squad may have slightly lower combat effectiveness, but the difference is not substantial.

Indeed, it was quite similar to the memories in his mind; just now, he was simply unwilling to believe in the supernatural.

Of course, if a political commissar like Commissar Zhao is both cultured and martial, and easy to get along with, then having a whole stack of them would not be too many

It is truly a pity

The other two battalion commanders, Shen Quan and Wang Huaibao, were also present

It is difficult

It is worth nurturing properly, and we must not underestimate Li Yunlong.

Kong Jiedao: "In military operations, knowing oneself and knowing the enemy ensures victory in every battle. When we engage in combat with the little devils from wwwhetushucom.com, we are not even clear about the general firepower configuration corresponding to the different units of the enemy. How can we fight this battle?"

Are there many mountain roads in that area? What I mean is, they should be wide enough for mules and carts, and even trucks to pass through

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For instance, regarding the specific firepower configuration of the Japanese army, we can obtain this information not only through combat operations but also through various intelligence channels

A transport squadron, consisting of approximately 200 personnel, would have additional members if some puppet troops are included

Company Commander, please speak first

Kong Jie expressed his feelings, "How can our equipment situation be so poor?"

Xiaolin Valley, to the south, along the mountain path, according to the map and my memory, Xiaolin Valley is about ten kilometers away from our regiment's stationed location, and it seems I have already entered Li Yunlong's territory

Shen Quan thought for a moment and replied: "Yes, there is a mountain road to the south of Xiaolin Gully, backed by the mountainous area. Although it is a dirt road, it is more than one zhang wide, and trucks can definitely pass through. Commander, why are you asking this?"

Kong Jie asked, "Do you know why?"

Shen Quan smiled wryly and said, "Captain, since our formation, the number of times we have fought against the enemy can be counted on one hand, and even these are only known in general by https://www.hetushu.com.com"

Kong Jie specifically reviewed Shen Quan's tactical attribute points, which are 60, just 5 points fewer than his as the commander.

Do not think that only Li Yunlong is troubled by this matter; Kong Jie also enjoys being alone.

"Team leader, could it be that there is an issue with Xiaolin Gully?" Shen Quan, who was quick to catch on, was the first to notice the focus of Kong Jie.

Kong Jie raised his head and said: "You three, please report the number of personnel and the equipment situation of each battalion, including machine guns, rifles, and ammunition."

The entire regiment, including Kong Jie, consists of only 1,056 personnel. After excluding the clerical staff and the cooking team members, the combat personnel of the regiment number around 1,000. Additionally, after the original political commissar, Li Wenying, was killed in action while fighting alongside the Sakata Brigade, the higher authorities have yet to assign a new political commissar. Currently, there are only three battalion commanders assisting Kong Jie in leading the entire regiment: Battalion Commander Wang Leihu, Battalion Commander Shen Quan, and Battalion Commander Wang Huaibao.

Wang Leihu and Wang Huaibao shook their heads together; their situation was similar to that of Shen Quan

Moreover, our independent regiment has only been established for just over a year, and the equipment we currently have has increased several times due to our efforts over this past year

Shen Quan nodded and said, "I know, Commander Li's new regiment was established a few months earlier than ours"

"Group leader, what are you saying?" Wang Leihu could not help but ask from the side

"Company Commander of the First Battalion, Company Commander of the Third Battalion, where are you two?" Kong Jie inquired

Wang Huaibao said bitterly: "The 3rd Battalion has 333 men, Commander. Our battalion has the most new recruits, with only 2 light machine guns, 161 rifles, and two boxes of grenades. Each armed person has an average of 3 bullets."

Nearly half of the new recruits in the team are inexperienced, and the equipment is woefully inadequate, with only 55 points, which is quite telling

The ammunition is pitifully scarce; even when combined, the total amount of ammunition for the entire unit is insufficient to sustain a prolonged battle

Kong Jie asked, "Shen Quan, may I ask if you are familiar with the Xiaolin Valley area?"

Hehe, Captain, you have indeed asked the right person; I have been to that place.

Kong Jie was absorbed in studying his own issues, muttering to himself

Shen Quan cast a doubtful glance at Kong Jie and said helplessly: "Commander, what can we do! We came from the Red Army and are originally outside the organization. The National Army does not even acknowledge our existence, let alone provide us with ammunition and weapon support. There are not many resources in the brigade to begin with, and they are tightly focused on the two main regiments, the 771st and 772nd, which are officially recognized. By the time anything is allocated to us, there won't be even a few scraps left.

No heavy weapons carried

Kong Jie smiled and said, "Alright, everyone stop complaining. The days of hardship and the books will not last much longer!"

Shen Quan replied: "I do not know much, but I roughly understand that the organization of the Japanese is different from ours. We use squads, platoons, companies, battalions, and regiments, while the Japanese use small teams, teams, battalions, brigades, and divisions"

The three battalion commanders shook their heads

Without a political commissar, Kong Jie does not mind at all. Which military commander enjoys having a political commissar reciting the tight rein mantra all day long?

Kong Jie asked Captain Wang Leihu to bring the map of the area surrounding the base

Kong Jie asked and answered himself: "Apart from the fact that his new regiment, Li Yunlong's, was established a few months earlier than ours, the most important reason is that the kid likes to dabble in side businesses whenever he has the chance"

Although Wang Leihu was surprised, he immediately responded: "Captain, our first battalion has 351 personnel, 4 light machine guns, 250 rifles, and 3 boxes of grenades (30 grenades per box). Each armed individual has an average of 7 bullets. Report complete"

As battalion-level officers, you must lead by example. In military matters, it is essential not only to be familiar with your own tactics but also to understand the enemy's tactics and various intelligence situations. You should summarize and formulate corresponding military training plans.

If we really calculate it this way, it would be quite difficult for two people to carry a single gun.

Kong Jie smiled and did not rush to answer Shen Quan's question, but instead continued to ask: "How much do you know about the organization of the Japanese devils?"