Cross the Songhu battlefield and rise to become the most powerful warlord

Chapter 393: Mobilization, Reconnaissance

393 Movement, Reconnaissance

At this time, the conflict between Johnson and Ralph had gradually evolved from verbal conflict to physical conflict.

Ye Qingshan just watched quietly from the side and did not stop it directly.

After a while, retired pilots from Britain and the United States not far away also saw the situation here.

Immediately, pilots from both countries rushed over to support their boss.

"Come on, Yankee."

"Stupid Englishman!"

The pilots on both sides confronted each other and pushed each other.

It was about to turn into a group fight.

At this time, Ye Qingshan couldn't bear it anymore and gave a look to his adjutant Xiao Wusheng next to him.

Xiao Wusheng understood what he meant, took out his gun and fired a shot into the air.

boom!

As the gunshots rang out, the pilots on both sides immediately became quiet.

"Okay, we are all comrades from now on, why are you arguing?"

Ye Qingshan spoke to the group of British and American pilots in English.

At the same time, Ye Qingshan came to Johnson and Ralph to comfort them.

With Ye Qingshan stepping in, the conflict was suppressed.

"Okay, let's all go.

Let someone take you to the dormitory to rest."

Ye Qingshan waved his hand and asked the group of British and American pilots to leave.

The pilots from both sides were clearly divided into two teams and then left the airport.

"Commander, there won't be any problem if they do this."

The young martial artist asked worriedly.

Ye Qingshan didn’t care and said casually: “No problem.

If the two sides really united, then I would be worried."

“Don’t worry about them.

You immediately notify the people at the airport and pull all these fighter planes into the hangar.

If the hangar is not enough, the remaining fighter jets must also be camouflaged.

Make sure we won't be spotted by the Japanese reconnaissance planes."

Ye Qingshan instructed the young warrior.

"Yes."

In the next few days, Ye Qingshan asked people to record the directions of the Japanese reconnaissance planes or bombers that appeared during the day.

Summarize the patterns of their deployment of fighter jets.

Ye Qingshan knew that all these fighter planes flew over from the sea, from the Japanese aircraft carrier.

Based on the information Ye Qingshan had bought from Colonel William before.

At this time, it was blocked near the mouth of the Oujiang River.

It was the Japanese aircraft carrier "Ryujo" and another Kongo-class battleship "Haruna".

and two other destroyers.

The Japanese aircraft carrier fleet is not large.

The purpose was to blockade the Wenzhou coast and prevent the American transport fleet from docking.

In addition, carry out bombing of the national army on land.

Moreover, the Japanese "Longxiang" is a light aircraft carrier with a displacement of only a little over 10,000 tons.

It can only carry forty carrier-based aircraft.

However, considering the actual situation along the coast of Wenzhou at this time.

The Japs have a light aircraft carrier like this, plus three battleships to support it.

It's completely enough.

Anyway, the Japanese knew that the National Army was not capable of threatening their aircraft carrier fleet at sea.

"General, according to our records.

During the past half month, the frequency of the Japanese carrier-based bombers entering our inland areas for bombing has obviously decreased.

In the past, I would come here every day.

Now, I come here only once every three days.

However, one thing that can be confirmed is.

The Japanese aircraft carrier fleet that was blocking the estuary of the Oujiang River has not withdrawn and is still blockading the coast."

Xiao Wusheng reported to Ye Qingshan the number of bombings by the Japanese carrier-based aircraft groups recorded by his subordinates during this period.

"Ah."

Ye Qingshan nodded.

"The Japanese came to bomb mainly to destroy our arsenal.

Unfortunately, their people have been unable to determine the exact location of our arsenal.

Every time I receive fake news.

The fuel and ammunition on the Japanese aircraft carrier are not unlimited.

Reducing the frequency of bombing is inevitable.

In a few days, they probably won’t bomb us again.”

“Also, the Japanese warships will keep trying to enter the Oujiang River.

But in the end he didn't come in.

They probably still remember that we used mines to blow up three of their warships in the Yangtze River.

Make them afraid to let their warships enter the Oujiang River."

The young martial artist said with a smile.

"Oh, I want them to come in.

Unfortunately, the Japs have learned their lesson."

"report!"

Suddenly, a man appeared at the door of the command department and shouted loudly.

Ye Qingshan turned his head and looked over, immediately smiling.

"General, Ning Yongchen is here to report."

Ning Yongchen also looked excited.

Some time ago, Ye Qingshan needed someone who was trustworthy and capable to take charge of the affairs of the arsenal.

So Ning Yongchen was sent over temporarily.

"You're back. Does that mean Master Yan and the others have arrived?"

Ye Qingshan said when he saw Ning Yongchen coming back.

"Yes, Commander.

Mr. Yan and his group arrived in Qingtian three days ago.

I sent someone to pick it up.

I was going to inform you, but Mr. Yan said not to trouble you.

I'll be back in the next few days after handing over the affairs of the Arsenal to Old Yan."

Ning Yongchen explained.

It turned out that after the battle of Nanjing, Mr. Yan and his party returned to their hometown in Wuhan.

Now, with the war in Wuhan, things are becoming increasingly tense.

Ye Qingshan contacted Chen Cheng and brought over the families and disciples of Master Yan, Master Zhang and others.

On the one hand, Ye Qingshan has the obligation to take care of the families of Mr. Yan, Mr. Zhang and others.

They took great risks to help Ye Qingshan in Jinling.

On the other hand, Ye Qingshan also needs Yan Lao and others to come back and continue to help him manage the work of the arsenal.

So, after more than half a month.

Mr. Yan and his companions finally arrived in southern Zhejiang.

"Mr. Yan, it's true.

They came without informing me."

“Forget it, I have to go to the Arsenal after a while.

We'll see each other sooner or later."

Ye Qingshan waved his hand and stopped dwelling on the matter.

"Commander, I'm back.

What kind of work are you going to assign to me?"

Ning Yongchen looked at Ye Qingshan with anticipation.

Ye Qingshan immediately understood what he meant and asked tentatively: "Why, do you still want to go to the front line?

Actually, I think you are quite suitable for rear-line work.

To fight the Japanese, we need division of labor.

Anti-Japanese War does not only mean going to the front line to kill the Japanese invaders.

If we do a good job in logistics and staff work in the rear, we can also fight against the Japanese. "

What Ye Qingshan meant was that he still wanted to keep Ning Yongchen in the rear to serve.

During this period, Ye Qingshan also fully realized the abilities of his junior.

Whether it was the telegraph room he was in charge of during the Battle of Nanjing, or the arsenal some time ago.

He did his job well.

At this time, Ye Qingshan had no shortage of people to fight on the front line.

Instead, there is a lack of logistics, management, and military technical personnel.

Ning Yongchen is very good at management.

However, Ning Yongchen has always had a wish to go to the front line to lead troops to fight the Japanese.

At this moment, when he heard Ye Qingshan say this, he immediately understood what Ye Qingshan meant.

"Commander, I really don't have the chance to lead troops on the front line."

Ning Yongchen asked with some disappointment.

“Okay, I’ve already thought about your position.

The High Command has just approved my formation of an aviation corps.

We still need someone to be in charge of the Jinxi and Wanshan airports.

I now appoint you as the chief of the airport defense force, responsible for the defense and security of the airport.

Go and take care of those two airports for me.

Nothing must happen.

Pay special attention to the infiltration of the Japanese. The airport is still under construction during this period.

The Chief of Staff has always been in charge of this matter.

You go find the Chief of Staff, hand over the airport affairs, and ask the Chief of Staff to come back and take charge of the command center.

"It helps me share some of the pressure. The provincial headquarters comes to me every day for big and small matters."

Ye Qingshan said unhappily.

The matter of building an airport is very important.

Therefore, Xiao Shanling simply went to arrest him himself, which left Ye Qingshan without a chief of staff.

He was not used to it.

"Yes, Commander.

I will go and hand over to the Chief of Staff this afternoon."

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Half a month later, Zhou Xinghai escorted the first batch of supplies, which were the bombs, aerial torpedoes and fuel purchased by Ye Qingshan from the British.

It's finally being sent back.

"Commander, Deputy Division Commander Zhou sent a telegram saying.

They are now near Fuzhou.

However, during this period, two Japanese divisions invaded the northern Jiangxi region.

To be on the safe side, Deputy Commander Zhou and his team temporarily changed the transportation route.

Instead of going through northern Jiangxi, they headed south to return via Nanping in Fujian Province.

This might take two days longer, but it’s safer.”

After hearing this, Ye Qingshan agreed directly: "Deputy Commander Zhou's arrangement is correct.

Just follow their new route and put safety first.”

During this half month, the Jinxi and Wanshan airports have been completely built.

Not only the runway and hangar have been built, but also the ammunition depot, fuel depot and other facilities have all been completed.

Ye Qingshan even transferred back the only dozen or so anti-aircraft guns under his command from the Yandang Mountain front.

They were placed around the airport to guard against possible bombing by the Japanese.

Early December, at Jinxi Airport.

Two P40 fighter jets have been pushed onto the runway by ground crew.

Waiting for takeoff.

“Johnson, Meng Jifei.

This time, the two of you are going to carry out a reconnaissance mission.

Don't be discovered by the Japanese fleet.

After finding out the exact location and number of the Japanese fleet, we will return immediately."

Ye Qingshan was still giving instructions to Johnson and Meng Jifei.

"Yes, military seat."

Meng Jifei straightened his head and chest and answered loudly.

"Yeah!"

Johnson next to him responded.

Zhou Xinghai’s bombs and fuel are about to be shipped back.

Then, the conditions for Ye Qingshan's counterattack and revenge action have been met.

Therefore, Ye Qingshan now has to plan ahead and make preparations in advance.

Know thyself, ever-victorious.

Before the revenge operation begins, Ye Qingshan must find out the specific location of the Japanese aircraft carrier fleet at sea.

Also, is there any change in quantity?

The most effective way to know this is to send your own pilots over and observe with their own eyes.

In order to ensure the success of this operation, Ye Qingshan specially selected Joseph and Meng Jifei as his partners.

With more than 20 years of flying experience, Joseph is familiar with this kind of mission.

Meng Jifei is the best pilot among the fifty pilots in Ye Qingshan's aviation team.

Let him learn more combat experience from Johnson.

Meng Jifei is the commander of the aviation team's fighter brigade assigned by Ye Qingshan.

"lets go!"

Soon, the two men took off and headed straight for the sea to the east.