Volume 1 Teacher Chapter 22 Entering Sichuan
"According to the group leader's request, we will first report our own losses."
The battle was a half-baked one and everyone in the Second Regiment was in a bad mood, but even so the battle situation analysis had to go on.
"Because the First Battalion was pinned down in Jinzhuang, it suffered no losses and only consumed more than 300 rounds of ammunition.
The Second Battalion had suffered a surprise attack by enemy cavalry during the march, and in addition to the losses in subsequent combat, a total of 65 people were killed or missing, 67 were seriously injured, and 63 rifles and 50 bayonets were lost.
The Third Battalion suffered a total of 37 people killed or missing in Guanzhuang and other places, 82 people were seriously injured, and lost 8 rifles and more than 20 bayonets.
As for the machine gun company and the baggage company defending the regiment headquarters, the losses were extremely minor, with only five people slightly injured.
The flat voice of combat staff officer Hu Yujin echoed in the temporary regiment headquarters in Chuzhuang, and the faces of all the chief officers were unusually solemn.
"As for our military achievements, the statistics are as follows: a total of 521 Bai Lang bandits were killed, 247 were wounded and captured, more than 100 rifles of various types, more than 1,500 rounds of bullets, 1 two-pound cannon, 16 shells, and gold and silver valuables worth about 2,000 to 3,000 yuan were seized."
"Immediately send someone to ask Xinyang how to deal with the wounded and captured bandits."
Dai Jiliang closed his eyes and went over the entire battle process in his mind. In this battle, 256 people were killed and wounded, 102 of whom were permanent casualties. The entire Second Regiment had only 1,500 to 1,600 combat soldiers. If they had to fight two more such battles, the Second Regiment of the Guards Army would have become history.
"Also, report the losses as well and request the Commander and Xinyang to replenish them immediately."
How can one appear to have made great contributions without crying or shouting? With the knowledge from his previous life, Dai Jiliang was very familiar with this behavior of the Beiyang Army in the early Republic of China.
However, in addition to complaining to the higher-ups, the Second Regiment should also reflect on itself.
"I don't blame anyone for being beaten like this."
Dai Jiliang let out a long breath, opened his eyes, and glanced fiercely at the people present.
"Our seriously wounded soldiers must be evacuated immediately, and the battalions must also be adjusted and replenished. Let's not talk about the soldiers for now, the missing rifles of each unit must be adjusted and replenished immediately, and the baggage company must also be armed immediately. If there are not enough guns, use the captured broken guns first."
Dai Jiliang counted on his fingers.
"And the two-pound gun. I remember that the platoon leader of the third company of the third battalion, Deng Chaoqun, should be from the artillery department, right? Immediately appoint him as the artillery company commander of our second regiment, and convert his platoon into an artillery company on the spot."
After saying this, Dai Jiliang didn't even look at the battalion and company commanders who had different expressions on their faces, and started talking to the chief of staff Zhang Zilii.
"We can't move forward for the time being. All units must reorganize on the spot. Brother Park Chu, please work hard and make a summary with the chiefs of staff of each battalion immediately. I will read it and distribute it to the whole regiment. The whole regiment must study it."
"If we stay in place, we will have to deal with the local gentry and people. We have no precedent for this!"
What Zhang Zilii said is very meaningful. One must know that the Beiyang Army had a problem with poor military discipline since the Xinhai Revolution. Later, no matter how they disciplined themselves, they could not stop the trend of harming the local area. This was also the second major problem that led to the Beiyang Army's demise.
"Tell anyone down there who can't take care of his dick, I don't mind sending an extra eunuch to the little emperor in the Forbidden City."
It's not that the Three Major Disciplines and Eight Points of Attention are unusable in this era, but they are indeed a bit too shocking. Dai Jiliang thought about it and finally made a compromise.
"Also, tell the brothers below that most of the gangsters we fought today were actually good people. If you don't want to force the rest of Henan to rebel and cause trouble for yourself, then restrain your temper, pay what you should pay, and give way to others when you should give way."
"yes!"
Although Dai Jiliang's statement was novel, it did make some sense, so several battalion commanders responded solemnly.
"Well, let's adjourn the meeting first."
Dai Jiliang ordered everyone to leave, but this time he was unusual in that he sent everyone out one by one.
"Brother Binnan, the Second and Third Battalions have suffered heavy losses. We will have to rely more on your First Battalion from now on."
"It is my duty to share the captain's worries and be loyal to the commander."
Even though Zhang Binnan rose to this position step by step from a private, he is really good at talking. Of course, what he really thinks in his heart is unknown.
"Brother Xiaoyou, you fought well this time and showed the power of our Second Regiment. I will write a letter to the commander to report my achievement. Don't worry, there will be no problem with your promotion this time."
When they arrived at Makang, Dai Jiliang beat his chest lightly, showing his close relationship with him.
"By the way, please hurry up with Captain Deng's matter, we are short of heavy firepower. Don't worry, I will take one platoon from the baggage company and return it to you, but you have to help me take good care of it. When the new recruits come, you have to return it to me in full."
"Thank you for your training, Captain! From now on, as long as you say a word, I, Ma Kang, will go to any place in the world regardless of the weather. I will never say a word."
Although Ma Kang could not say that he was absolutely grateful to Dai Jiliang, he was still truly grateful for his recognition and support, so he patted his chest and expressed his loyalty.
"After you go back and take care of the affairs in the camp, lock yourself up for half a day."
When it was Li's turn, Dai Jiliang's expression changed.
"Think carefully, how could this happen?"
Although Dai Jiliang seemed to be a bit patronizing, it did not mean that he had forgiven the team he had personally trained.
"If you can't figure it out, you don't have to be the deputy battalion commander anymore. Don't mention that you studied abroad in Japan when you go out. It's embarrassing."
"Understood. I will reflect on this thoroughly when I return."
Beating is pain and scolding is love, Li Guo knew this very well. If Dai Jiliang spoke to him as if nothing had happened, he would worry about his own fate.
"Next time, I will never fight a battle I am not sure of winning."
"roll!"
"Brother Park Chu, have you ever thought about why we suffered a loss this time?"
After seeing off several battalion commanders who were in a hurry to reorganize their subordinates, Dai Jiliang frowned and turned around twice before he raised his head and asked and answered himself.
"It's not that we underestimated the enemy and advanced recklessly, nor is it that our subordinates didn't work hard. In the final analysis, we were blind."
Dai Jiliang pointed at the map.
"Bai Lang's men are right under our noses, and we still know nothing about it. If the war continues like this, even if we exhaust all the guards, we may not be able to do anything to Bai Lang."
"What the captain said makes sense, but we are a guest army, which is a disadvantage!"
Zhang Zilii also understood, but what could he do? He was still helpless.
"I have an idea."
Dai Jiliang raised his hand.
"I'll leave the affairs of this regiment to Brother Park Chu. I'm going to go out for a walk during these two days of reorganization. Although Bai Lang is a local tyrant, there are more local gods here. I want to go and pay my respects."
"Will it be too dangerous?"
Zhang Zilii was a little worried. After all, they had just fought a big battle. If there were still some bandits hanging around, wouldn't Dai Jiliang be walking into a trap?
"How about you bring more brothers?"
"If we bring too many people, they might doubt our intentions ."
Although Dai Jiliang was a little persistent, he finally accepted Zhang Zili's suggestion.
"How about this, I'll take a platoon out, not far away, just walk around in Biyang and Tanghe counties, and come back within two days. If not, you must send someone to pick me up immediately..."
"Grand Commander."
While Dai Jiliang was vigorously reorganizing military affairs and appeasing local powerful people, a crucial military meeting was also taking place in Bai Lang's army.
"Right now, Yuan's army has mobilized nearly 30,000 troops, including two central divisions and two mixed brigades, to swarm in. The enemy is numerous and we are few!"
Staff Officer Shen, who was sent by Sun Yat-sen to Bai Lang's army, explained his strategy in front of the leaders of the 43rd Team of the so-called Citizens' Anti-Traitor Army.
"And these soldiers are not like the dregs of the Henan Army and the Patrol Battalion. Take what happened yesterday for example. Commander Wang of the Front Army fought a regiment of the Guard Army. What was the result? Not only did we lose nearly a thousand brothers, but we also lost a cannon that we had worked so hard to obtain. This is a lesson!"
"Boss, no, Grand Commander, if you give me more brothers, I won't believe that the guards are made of iron."
Wang Shengqi's face immediately turned red when he heard this. You know, Bai Lang only had a few thousand men under his command, and he lost nearly a thousand of them in one go, causing the entire army to look at him differently.
"Don't interrupt!"
Bai Lang snorted coldly. This Beiyang deserter was quite good at leading troops. Otherwise, how could he rise again and again after repeated defeats and finally cause such a big commotion?
"Listen to what Chief of Staff Shen has to say."
Wang Shengqi had no choice but to retreat mutteringly, and listened to Mr. Shen continue speaking.
"The only solution now is to head west."
Staff Officer Shen somehow managed to dig out a provincial map from the Qing Dynasty.
"Shaanxi has been the home of the world's most powerful soldiers since ancient times. Now there are swordsmen in Weibei, and Xi'an has the secret help of our Kuomintang. With the prestige of the Grand Commander, I'm sure that once the army arrives, all places will surely follow it."
"What if Shaanxi also sends troops to surround us?"
The people below were all habitual bandits, so they would naturally not be moved by just a few words from a scholar. As soon as Staff Officer Shen finished speaking, someone raised an objection.
"The Qinling Mountains are not easy to climb. If the road there is blocked, will we just have to hide in the mountains?"
"If Shaanxi also sends troops to intercept us, then we will go south again."
Staff Officer Shen pointed to a corner of the map.
"Irikawa!"
Everyone exclaimed.
"Sichuan is a land of abundance. During the Three Kingdoms period, Liu Bei used this land to become a king. Naturally, it can also be the best base for us to fight against Yuan Shikai and save the country.
In addition, there are many comrades in Sichuan, and we have the help of brothers in the underworld such as the Pao brothers. The main force of Yuan’s army is all in the Central Plains and cannot be reached for the time being. We can definitely carve out a place for ourselves.
When the time comes, once Mr. Sun raises the banner of rebellion overseas, the whole world will surely respond, and the success of the anti-Yuan movement will be just around the corner.
By then, we will all be founding fathers and patriots, and we will be as glorious as we want."
Staff Officer Shen boasted loudly and spoke in a very exaggerated manner, which immediately made the ignorant bandits dizzy.
"I think what Brother Shen said makes sense."
It was not for any other reason, but because Sichuan's terrain was so good that it could be used for attack or defense, and it could also be isolated and independent, so Bai Lang was also tempted.
"What do you guys think?"
Since Bai Lang's words made sense, all these habitual criminals were knowledgeable and sensible, and their voices of agreement immediately surged in like a tide.
"Well, since the brothers all agree, then everyone should go back and prepare. We can leave right away."
Bai Lang gave the order without hesitation.
"At the end of this month, we will set off to Shaanxi and Sichuan!"
