Episode 17

In his diary, Qin Jiwei fondly reviewed the second anniversary of the Volunteer Army's entry into Korea. He wrote with emotion: In the past two years, we have witnessed countless glorious victories, and the situation on the Korean Peninsula has also been unpredictable.The stability of the battle line not only demonstrates our tenacity, but also makes the enemy's declining combat power obvious.From the initial reduction of more than 22,000 men per month, to now it has dropped sharply to 8,000, while the enemy's losses have continued to rise. All this reflects the huge difference in morale and equipment between the two sides.The United States may be deeply tired and realize that if it continues to delay, it will only be accompanied by death. The hope of victory is gradually fading away. The final chapter of resisting U.S. aggression and aiding Korea is bound to come.%

In Tunnel No. 3, the soldiers worked together, Feng Baisheng delivered precious water in time, and Hu Mancang finally recovered.Later, under the witness of Duan Xianfeng, Hu Mancang, Feng Baisheng and others, Shuangxi solemnly swore to join the party and became a glorious member.In the tunnel, the international singing was passionate and the morale was unprecedentedly high. Every soldier kept in mind the sacred mission of defending their homeland and fighting against imperialism.

However, the road to transportation is full of thorns.The transportation team of the 15th Army was repeatedly attacked by the enemy's hidden firepower points at high altitudes, causing heavy losses.Captain Sun Tengxuan was heartbroken and decided to personally lead the charge through the artillery blockade.Nie Jifeng, political commissar of the 45th Division, watched him off with tears in his heart, full of reluctance and respect.

Ge Dawang dragged his injured leg down the mountain with difficulty and reported the location of the enemy's firepower points to Army Commander Qin Jiwei.Qin Jiwei knew the importance of this information and immediately deployed artillery up the mountain to protect the transportation lines, and ordered the Eighth Company to find and destroy the enemy's hidden fire points.

At the same time, Feng Baisheng and Duan Xianfeng planned a wise and brave plan to lure the enemy.Duan Xianfeng took risks, attracted firepower, and created opportunities for Double Happiness.On the other side, the artillery regiment commander Jin Zhong faced steep cliffs and overcame numerous difficulties, vowing to deliver the artillery to the front line.

Qin Jiwei visited the Logistics Department and the Tomb of Heroes, where the relics of the volunteers’ martyrs are stored.He knew very well that those transport troops who dedicated themselves silently and never had a direct confrontation with the enemy also won victory at the cost of their lives.Their loyalty and belief moved Qin Jiwei deeply and strengthened his belief in victory.

In October 1952, the U.S. election was in full swing, with the Korean War becoming the focus.Eisenhower's sudden statement made the war situation confusing.Van Fleet is holding on to his trump card - the 187th Airborne Regiment, ready to face all challenges.

Zhang Yunyu and Qin Jiwei acted urgently to help transport the cannon.As night fell, Duan Xianfeng and others cleverly lured the enemy, and Jinzhong fired accurately, successfully destroying the enemy's firepower points and ensuring the safety of the transportation line.Qin Jiwei was overjoyed and awarded the golden bell.

With the whole country paying attention to resisting U.S. aggression and aiding Korea, Shiji issued a commendation order to the 15th Army.Qin Jiwei personally inspected the new recruits and prepared for the counterattack on the 28th.Faced with the challenge of insufficient transportation capacity, he made decisive decisions, split the supplies, and the entire army worked together, vowing to let Van Fleet see the powerful firepower of the 15th Army.

Van Fleet showed the elite 187th Airborne Regiment as his trump card. Task leader Jesse dismissed the strength of the Chinese army. However, the upcoming battle will prove everything.