Resistance against Japan: Starting with the local militia

Chapter 171 Problems with the Air Defense Company

A week later.

"Bi Shoucai, come to my office," Tang Weiguo said, picking up the phone.

"Yes."

A short while later, Bi Shoucai ran over.

"Commander, is there another new mission?"

"Ah."

"How's the logistics department doing lately? Are they managing?" Tang Weiguo didn't directly mention the task.

"Since the last time the regimental commander separated the work of managing fallen soldiers and the production of the militia from the logistics department, my work is much easier now. I am only responsible for the supply and procurement of logistics materials for our militia."

"Moreover, with the addition of retired soldiers who have recovered their health, I now have a sufficient number of personnel."

"Okay, it's good that you're not busy. I just happen to have a new task for you."

"Captain, you say."

"How's that Japanese pilot we captured last time?" Tang Weiguo then asked.

"Hehe, that little Japanese devil was initially as fierce as a mad dog, biting everywhere. But after being beaten a lot, he calmed down. But don't worry, Commander, he's definitely not dead. I'll treat him to the best food and drink." Bi Shoucai said with a smile.

Seeing Bi Shouchai say this, Tang Weiguo could imagine the fate of the Japanese pilots. However, Tang Weiguo only had one thought in his mind at this moment.

"well played!"

"As long as the person is alive, that's all that matters. This time, make another trip to the Second War Zone Command headquarters and see if you can exchange this Japanese pilot for another anti-aircraft machine gun. I've noticed that Wu Bai's training has been quite good lately, and I'm planning to give them more weapons and equipment."

"If we can't get anti-aircraft guns, we can use anti-aircraft machine guns instead," Tang Weiguo said after considering it for a moment.

"Commander, I just managed to establish a relationship with the logistics department of the 43rd Army last time, so I think I can complete the mission."

"Here's what we'll do: come back to me when you leave and get 500 gold bars. Keep these as a backup. If they don't want to exchange them, just raise the price for me. I don't believe they can turn down money."

"Yes, Captain."

"Commander, is Battalion Commander Niu going with me again this time?"

“Niu Dali is on a reconnaissance mission. This time, we’ll have the elite reconnaissance company accompany you. Niu Dali recently completed the reorganization of them, so this is a good opportunity to train them.”

"I've arranged everything. Just let Qin Yang of the Sharp Knife Company know when to depart."

"Yes."

"Oh, by the way, let's ask about the supplies we asked Director Tang Ming to purchase last time. Let's discuss with him where to ship the goods so we can arrange for someone to pick them up."

"Yes."

"Okay, let's set off as soon as possible and come back soon."

"Yes."

After receiving the order, Bi Shoucai turned and left. Watching Bi Shoucai leave, Tang Weiguo continued handling the affairs of the militia.

At three o'clock in the afternoon, Tang Weiguo was just about to go out for a walk when someone suddenly came into his office.

"Report."

"Enter."

"Captain."

"Wu Bai, what brings you here? I've noticed your training has been going very well lately, and even the food for our regiment has improved. I made the right choice in selecting you as the company commander of this air defense company," Tang Weiguo said with a smile.

"Commander, this is nothing. If only two Japanese planes came, I could have some fun." Wu Bai was eager to try.

"Don't worry, it won't be long. The Japanese will make their next move sooner or later. Right now, all you need to do is train, keep training."

"Yes, Commander. Don't worry, I will definitely train a team that can shoot down Japanese planes."

"Okay, also prepare for the expansion of the troops. In the future, our militia's air defense will not be enough with just your company. We will need at least a battalion. You have to train the men in advance. Otherwise, we'll give you the weapons but no one will know how to use them."

"Don't worry, Commander, I will definitely train the soldiers of the air defense company into backbone personnel, and later we can expand it into a battalion."

"Okay, enough said. What brings you here today?" Tang Weiguo asked.

"Oh, right, there's something I need the leader's help with," Wu Bai said hurriedly.

"Hmm? It's about the air defense company? Tell me about it quickly?"

"Commander, after a week of training, I've discovered a problem with the air defense company."

"what is the problem?"

"The problem is that the air defense company's deployment speed is too slow. If we were really on the battlefield, I'm afraid the Japanese planes would have already left by the time I arrived. So I want to improve the deployment speed of the air defense company."

"Hmm, that's a very good idea. But since you've come to me, you must have found a solution, right?"

"Hehe, I knew I couldn't hide it from the commander."

"Tell me, what are you going to do?"

"Commander, here's the thing, I've noticed that our logistics department's transport wagons are quite good. I'm thinking about whether we could mount the anti-aircraft guns onto the wagons and then organize anti-aircraft fire directly from the wagons. That way, we can fight and run at the same time, chasing after the Japanese planes."

"Commander, what do you think of this idea?" Wu Bai asked expectantly.

"Good, good, your method is excellent, but there's one problem: Marco needs to be trained properly. If he's not trained properly, he might run around randomly if he gets startled by a cannonball."

Tang Weiguo thought that although Wu Bai's idea was good, it was, after all, a horse-drawn carriage, and the horse was a very important factor.

"Ah, I hadn't thought of that," Wu Bai said, then lowered his head in thought.

“This is not a problem. You train more. I approve your method. I will sign a note. You can take it to the logistics department to select horses and wagons for your air defense company’s transportation.”

"Oh, right. As for the carriage body, find Director Wang at the arsenal and ask them to cooperate in modifying it. See if you have any needs, and you can bring them up with them to help with the modifications."

"Thank you, Commander." Wu Bai was overjoyed to hear this.

"Well, how about this? Have the motor transport company send another vehicle and two drivers to your air defense company," Tang Weiguo said after a moment's thought.

"Ah, Commander, this is wonderful!" Wu Bai couldn't contain his joy and shouted loudly.

"Everything is for air defense."

"Yes, Commander, I will definitely not let you down."

"Hmm, I'm relieved to hear that. Wait a moment, I'll write a note."

"Yes."

After saying that, Tang Weiguo picked up the pen on the table and began to write. He wrote two sheets in total, one on allocating horse-drawn carriages and the other on allocating automobiles.

"Keep this safe." Tang Weiguo handed it to Wu Bai after writing it down.

"Thank you, Commander." Wu Bai carefully tucked the note Tang Weiguo handed him into his pocket.

"Alright, train more and strive to become combat-ready as soon as possible. The Japanese aren't giving us much time." Tang Weiguo's tone became serious.

"Yes, Captain."

"Ring, ring, ring." The phone on Tang Weiguo's desk rang.

"Commander, you're busy, I'll take my leave now."

"it is good."

Seeing this, Wu Bai left the room satisfied.

"Hello, this is Tang Weiguo," Tang Weiguo said, picking up the phone.

"Commander, this is Wang Qiang. The new Flying Thunder Cannon is ready." The reporter reported to Wang Qiang over the phone.

"Great, can we start the test now?"

"Commander, anytime is fine."

"Okay, then let's go to the test site on the back mountain first thing tomorrow morning to test it."

"Yes."