Chapter 454： Battle of Tank Cavalry (Middle)

When Smirgar's telegram for help appeared in the hands of General Budjoni, the talented cavalry general immediately felt a hint of danger. So he reported to Tukhachevsky, who was far away in Minsk, while preparing for rescue.

As a superb general in the use of cavalry, Budjoni would of course not send troops directly to reinforce Demblin-Palchev. His troops are cavalry. How could this be possible if they ran for infantry. Budjoni had his own plan, that is, to bypass the enemy's front, disrupt the opponent's supply line in the rear, and attack the opponent's towns and traffic points in multiple places, forcing the opponent to defensively and reduce the pressure on the Soviet Russian army on the front line.

Responsibly, Budjoni’s plan is worthy of the title of his genius cavalry general. And his ability to use the cavalry to fight in this way has a lot to do with having served in the cavalry unit for many years.

Born into a poor peasant family in Kojulin Village, Rostov Region, Budjoni was enlisted in 1903 and became a cavalry that young people are proud of. He then participated in the Russo-Japanese War in 1905 and was sent to the Petersburg Cavalry School to study after the war. In the cavalry school, Budjoni gained a systematic knowledge of cavalry use, and laid the foundation for his future achievements in warfare. After graduating from the cavalry school, he returned to the Dragoon regiment.

After the outbreak of the First World War, he fought successively in Poland, Germany, Austria and the Caucasus. After the Russian Revolution, Budjoni was elected as the Vice-Chairman of the Division Soldier Committee. During his garrison in Minsk, he met Frunze. Frunze had a major influence on the formation of Budjoni’s worldview and the choice of life.

Finally, after the outbreak of the August Revolution led by Lenin, Budjoni returned to his hometown. When the civil war broke out, he formed a cavalry guerrilla in his hometown, and then expanded all the way to the cavalry brigade.

In the Battle of Tsaritsyn, Budjoni commanded a cavalry brigade to beat the enemy to the ground, demonstrating the talents of an outstanding cavalry commander. He was recognized by Stalin, the highest leader of the United Communist Party stationed in Tsaritsyn, and was awarded the Red Banner Medal. The army was also expanded into the 1st Cavalry Corps. As the commander, he and the political commissar Voroshilov, the artillery director Kulik, and his commanders Temusingo, Rokosovsky, and regiment Zhukov. Wait, the famous future marshal.

Later, he commanded the First Cavalry Army and made great achievements in the Civil War. At the same time, the army was expanded to the First Cavalry Group Army. He also became one of the famous generals during the Civil War.

So after Budjoni made the deployment, he immediately took his Cavalry First Army soldiers and marched towards Fewodawa. There is a distance of 20 kilometers from the 14th Army in Palchev, enough for him to bypass the enemy. Moreover, it is only 30 kilometers away from Lublin, which happens to form a triangle between the two places. Whether he made an attack on Lublin or harassed the supply line, it was the perfect location.

As soon as he said nothing, Budjoni ordered the troops to march towards Fewodawa when he was ready to pack.

Large-scale army marches are completely impossible to hide, especially cavalry marches. Don't think that the cavalry marches on horseback, and all items such as ammunition, rations, and fodder need to be transferred. Food rations for horses are especially indispensable. You must know that horses need to eat grains such as oats, soybeans, salt, etc. during wartime, and they must not miss a meal, otherwise they will make you look good on the battlefield every minute.

The horse is also a very delicate animal, so you can't be hungry or make it sick. Even though the cavalry is very glamorous, in fact, you need to promote feelings with your partner every day, help him clean his body, brush his horse hair and other tedious things.

So when Budjoni moved to Fewodawa, he was immediately discovered by the Polish side. You must know that this is Polish territory.

However, Admiral Fereit immediately brought in Lieutenant General Wiedeschi and Major General Hoffman, and he pointed to the map and asked them.

"Now the enemy cavalry group is moving to my back. Do you know your mission?"

"I know." "Clear."

Admiral Fereit waved his hand and said: "Since you know, then do it."

Then they sent the two to prepare.

Of course, the two who walked out of the headquarters would not just leave like this. They still need to discuss the cooperation of the troops' march and cooperation.

"Major General Hoffman, or sit there with me."

"Then bother."

Faced with the invitation of the veteran Lieutenant General Weedschi, Major General Hoffman will of course not refuse. When Hoffman was a major, Wiederschi was already a major general. It's unceremonious to say that Wiedersch joined the army while Hoffman was still wearing open pants. Weidesqi's age is not much younger than Plieshan, and respect for his predecessors is also quite common in the army.

Returning to the temporary residence of Lieutenant General Weidesch, the old lieutenant said immediately: "What do you think of this battle?"

"I don't know what your Lieutenant General thinks?"

Faced with the inquiry of Lieutenant General Weedschi, Hoffman needed to listen to his opinions first.

Hearing Hoffman's words, Lieutenant-General Wideschi said immediately. "I think so……"

In the description of the veteran lieutenant general, Hoffman finally understood his plan. The cavalry division acts as the leader and decoy to lure the opposing cavalry group army to attack, and then the armored brigade joins the battlefield as a decisive force to defeat the enemy.

That's right, in Wei Desiqi's view, it is not enough for the enemy, the cavalry group army, to drive it away. If tens of thousands of cavalry keep hanging behind them, it will be very uncomfortable. This will not only affect the current battle, but also threaten their next plan to capture Brest. So it is best to defeat it so that it no longer threatens the rear supply line. We must know that the Romanian army is currently very dependent on the supply line, and many weapons and equipment in the army cannot leave the supply.

After Lieutenant General Weedschi finished speaking, Hoffman immediately asked the key question. "Your Excellency, how to lure the other party to the bait."

Faced with Hoffman's question, Lieutenant-General Wiederschi immediately gave the answer.

"I plan to move here, and try to lure the opponent to attack."

Hoffman followed the hand of Lieutenant Admiral and looked over. The hill marked Ovitz on the map was his chosen target. The hill is 16 kilometers away from Parchev and 27 kilometers away from Lublin. It happens to be in front of Fevodava. It's just that they don't know that the opponent's target is Fewodawa.

"What if the opponent doesn't attack?"

Lieutenant General Weedschi shrugged and replied: "Then I can only continue to respond according to the opponent's marching route. Anyway, their goal must be our supply line, not too far away from this goal. . And it also depends on how well the admiral is playing."

Faced with the old lieutenant's answer, Hoffman didn't know how to answer. In fact, Lieutenant General Weedschi was right to deal with it, because the cavalry is different from the infantry, and fast mobility is the core of the cavalry. At present, the Romanian cavalry is at a disadvantage, and the chance of winning on the initiative is too small. If the armored brigade is brought, the opponent is not a fool and will not fight against them. After all, tanks are not unfamiliar to Soviet Russia.

The play style of complete brown sugar made Lieutenant General Weidesch the only choice.

The two finally discussed the distance between the armored brigade and the cavalry division, as well as the shielding of the battlefield. Strive to ensure that the opponent cannot find the tank behind the cavalry division.

When all the issues were discussed, Lieutenant General Wiedeschi immediately set off with the cavalry division, while Hoffman slowly moved forward behind him. They waited for the Soviet cavalry to be tempted to swallow this poisonous bait.