Chapter 56 The oriole just arrived!

"Commander, there are sounds of gunfire ahead." The Sichuan Army Corps, which was leading its troops through the dense forest, stopped when they heard Dong Dao's report.

"Is there still fighting in this jungle area?" Cun Yunsheng did not answer. Lin Yi beside him looked at Dong Dao in front of him and asked in confusion.

"It's an airport, and the attackers seem to be our people." Dong Dao didn't understand it either, so he took a rough look and ran back.

"Airport?" Lin Yi was stunned, then took out a map, checked it, and called Sun Yunfei, a Chinese who had joined temporarily.

He is a second-generation Chinese. He has traveled frequently between the north and the south in recent years and is relatively familiar with the terrain.

This is the reason why Cun Yunsheng dared to lead the Sichuan Army through the dense forest. Otherwise, even if he had the courage, he would not dare to pass through the dense forest.

"Look, where are we now? There is an airport ahead." Cun Yunsheng already knew that they should have arrived at Tonggu Airport, but he still pointed at the map and repeated Dong Dao's words.

"Airport? There is only one airport nearby, Tonggu Airport. Sir, we have arrived at Tonggu Airport." Sun Yunfei was stunned and said subconsciously.

Hearing this, Cun Yunsheng's eyes lit up, and then he looked at Meng Fanle, Lin Yi and others.

Several people looked at each other, and a strong desire to fight emerged in them.

Damn it, he hides in the woods every day and is almost like a savage.

The originally brand new military uniforms were now as dirty as beggars'. Some people's clothes were even torn by tree branches and were in tatters.

So, they couldn't wait to get out of the damn woods, hoping to fight the Japanese army.

"Is there a way to get around the back of the airport?" Cun Yunsheng asked casually.

He didn't expect any unexpected surprises, he just asked one more question out of habit.

"Yes, sometimes the locals would secretly cross the dense forest to go to the airport to pick up some things that the British don't want." Sun Yunfei nodded heavily.

"If I remember correctly, there should be a small road nearby that goes directly to the back of the airport."

Hearing this, Cun Yunsheng was stunned at first, then he said in ecstasy.

"Okay, okay, if we can capture the airport in this battle, you will be the first to achieve this."

Cun Yunsheng had no doubts about this kind of path, such as some scenic spots in later generations.

In addition to the main gate, the locals also built some small paths for their own convenience.

After all, there are dense forests all around, so it is normal to open a small path.

Even the British army probably didn't know that there was a path leading directly to the back of the airport.

"Dong Dao, send out the entire reconnaissance company. I want to know the detailed situation of the airport. The first and second battalions, the guard company, and the artillery company will all follow me to the airport. The third battalion will rest and serve as a reserve force, ready to be deployed into battle at any time. The other companies will guard the supplies." Cun Yunsheng immediately issued a combat order.

During the march, in order to reduce the physical exertion of the combat troops, supplies and ammunition are carried in rotation. This is to ensure that troops can always go into battle with a good mental outlook.

Now it seems that this move is indeed a good one, as it can at least deploy nearly a thousand combat troops.

"Yes." Everyone responded in unison.

All the reconnaissance companies that received the order were deployed, and each of them moved nimbly through the dense forest.

"Brother, the Japanese defense is very tight, and the attacking troops have been repelled twice." Dong Jian had been observing the situation at the airport through a telescope in the tree, and said softly when he saw the person coming.

Hearing this, Dong Dao frowned slightly. This was not good news.

"What weapons do they have?" The reconnaissance company not only had to figure out the number of the enemy, but also the configuration of their weapons, so Dong Dao continued to ask.

"There are at least 30 mortars and several grenade launchers. They carried a lot of shells. Both attacks were repelled by the shells." Dong Jian said quickly.

"Hiss, this Japanese army is very strong. So many mortars? They have been fighting for so long? And there are still so many shells?" Dong Dao couldn't help but take a breath.

You know, even their Sichuan Army currently has only about 20 mortars, which is considered a well-known elite. I didn't expect that the Japanese army in front of me was equipped with so many mortars.

Obviously, if the Sichuan Army attacked rashly without finding out the truth, it would definitely suffer heavy losses.

"Where are the machine guns? How many are there? Where are they distributed?" Dong Dao asked again.

"No heavy machine guns were seen. The main force was light machine guns. This unit should have taken over the airport through a surprise attack from other places. Many military facilities are not intact," Dong Jian analyzed.

"Why do you say that?"

"If they were originally stationed at the airport, they would definitely be equipped with heavy weapons, which would maximize the damage to the enemy. Even if they were to defeat them, it would cost a huge price."

"It's obvious from the Japanese army's performance that they don't have enough heavy weapons, not even heavy machine guns. There is only one possibility, and that is to raid the airport from a small road."

"Only in this way can we avoid carrying too many heavy weapons, as this will slow down the march."

"The mountain roads are difficult to navigate. If you're not careful, your heavy weapons will be damaged."

Dong Dao nodded in agreement with Dong Jian's analysis.

"Yes, that's a good analysis."

After a while, Dong Dao came to Cun Yunsheng with his analysis.

"Dong Jian's analysis makes sense, but there is another point, that is, this Japanese army should not have many artillery shells." Cun Yunsheng first praised, and then said again.

"Although a surprise attack will catch the defenders off guard, it will also consume ammunition. Now that we have repelled two attacks, I am sure that the Japanese ammunition at the airport must be insufficient."

"Krupp, it's up to you to perform next. The reconnaissance company has figured out the coordinates. Find a way to knock down all the Japanese mortar positions."

"In addition, I allow you to use the 120mm heavy mortar."

After saying that, Cun Yunsheng looked at Krupp again.

The meaning is very clear. Whether the airport can be taken quickly depends on Krupp.

Hearing this, Krupp was delighted at first, then he patted his chest and made a promise.

"Commander, please rest assured that the artillery company will definitely knock out the Japanese artillery positions as soon as possible. As for the artillery shells?"

It's not his fault that he said that. He was really used to fighting wars in a frugal manner, and suddenly he felt a little uncomfortable with the lavish way of fighting.

"You boy, when will you change your stingy habit? Don't worry about the consumption of ammunition. I have only one request, which is to knock out the Japanese artillery positions in the shortest time possible." Cun Yunsheng scolded angrily.

"Yes, Commander." Krupp stood at attention and saluted, then went down to prepare.

"Bombardment is the order. The first and second battalions will encircle the airport from the left and right, and the guard company will be responsible for breaking through the middle. Remember, don't worry about anything else. Your mission is to attack the airport as quickly as possible and don't give the Japanese army a chance to counterattack." Cun Yunsheng gave the order again.

He was certain that once the Japanese army defeated the attacking expeditionary force, they would become lax.

When the shells fall, the Japanese army will definitely be stunned.

If the rest of the people rush forward, they can definitely take over the airport in the shortest time possible.

"Yes." Li Liansheng and Bula responded quickly.

Xue Tian did not hesitate at all. The guard company had the strongest firepower, and it was very appropriate for them to be responsible for breaking through the middle.

"Commander, the gunfire has stopped and the battle should be over." At this time, Dong Dao's voice came again.

"Order: Everyone prepare to attack."

"Yes."

(End of this chapter)