In 1950, Deng Hua questioned Han Xianchu if he listened to the command, and the fierce quarrel was very loud
After the liberation of Guangdong, Deng Hua was appointed as the commander-in-chief of the Hainan Campaign. Deng Hua proposed a small-scale sea crossing combat plan, but *** believed that a large-scale landing should be organized, based on the lessons of the Battle of Kinmen. Despite this, Deng Hua still adhered to the principle of flexibility and mobility, and put forward a plan to combine active smuggling with large-scale landings. **After agreeing, Hainan Island was finally successfully liberated.
Deng Hua showed quickness and independence during the Hainan campaign, and had a number of arguments with other generals, including a heated argument with Han Xianchu. Han Xianchu, known for his bravery and decisiveness, once bluntly raised the urgency of the time to cross the sea at the meeting, emphasizing the need to prepare in advance.
In general, both Deng Hua and Han Xianchu showed courage and determination on the battlefield, and although they sometimes disagreed, they eventually worked together and made important contributions to the liberation of Hainan Island.
In September 1947, Han Xianchu was transferred to the commander of the 3rd Column of the Northeast Field Army. Soon after taking office, he threw himself into the autumn offensive. In the battle of besieging Faku and fighting Zhangwu, he successfully captured alive Chen Linda, the commander of the enemy's new Fifth Army.
Chiang Kai-shek's confidant Chen Cheng knew that he could not confront Han Xianchu, so he had to resign due to illness. He wrote in his diary: "Han Xianchu, the 'whirlwind commander', is extremely difficult to deal with, and may appear on our front at any time. ”
When Du Yuming was transferred out of the Northeast, he sighed: "It is indeed very tricky to deal with Han Xianchu's 'whirlwind troops'. ”
In the northeastern battlefield, Han Xianchu raged like a whirlwind, and the south was no exception.
Han Xianchu is always resolute, and he has been prepared this time. From 5 March to 10 March, his 40th Army and his brother unit, the 43rd Army, each sent a regiment and a reinforced battalion to successfully "smuggle in" and stationed in Xuwen, Hainan.
The 15th Corps planned to let the 40th and 43rd armies each send another reinforced regiment to carry out "smuggling", but Han Xianchu believed that the time was ripe and proposed that all the 40th Army should carry out large-scale "smuggling", and there was no longer a need to send a second reinforcement regiment.
The reason why Han Xianchu was so confident was that he seized a large number of Kuomintang ships from Beihai and Fangchenggang, and confiscated more than 300 boats from fishermen when he liberated Weizhou Island in Beihai.
Deng Hua knew Han Xianchu's character well and was worried that he would violate the battle plan and hurriedly rushed from Guangzhou to the Xu Wen front.
In the command post of Chikan Village, Xuwen County, the two generals had a heated argument.
Deng Hua reprimanded angrily: "Do you only care about the 40th Army and not the 43rd Army?" ”
Our 40th Army is fully prepared and can cross the sea with all its troops! Han Xianchu insisted.
Deng Hua explained: "But the 43rd Army has insufficient ships, have you considered this problem? ”
Han Xianchu retorted: "The 43rd Army is not well prepared, and our 40th Army can be the first to cross the sea and land, so that they can become the second echelon." ”
Deng Hua was already a little angry: "The Corps has already planned the second smuggling operation, and it is only 4 days away from the operation, and you are now proposing to change the battle plan, that is, you want me to cancel the order for the second batch of 'smuggling' and change it to a large-scale landing, which is not feasible." ”
Deng Hua continued: "Our 40th Army and 43rd Army each sent a reinforced regiment to prepare for 'smuggling', and it is planned to officially set sail on the evening of March 26. To change the plan, you need to report to Siye and ** Military Commission for approval, it's too late, I can't agree to your proposal. ”
Han Xianchu was unwilling to compromise and insisted on letting the 40th Army land in its entirety.
Deng Hua persuaded and said: "You propose to let the 40th Army cross first and the 43rd Army cross, such a command is unreasonable. I was ordered to command the 40th and 43rd armies to attack Hainan Island together, do you want me to only care about the 40th army and ignore the 43rd army? You are also a commander, and you should know that such a command is not feasible. Please stand in my place and think for me. ”
Han Xianchu said with a firm attitude: "I insist that the 40th Army immediately cross the sea and fight, if you don't agree, I will directly ask the head of the four fields for instructions." The head of the four fields is allowed to report and command beyond the ranks. The army can also skip the level and ask the head of the four fields! ”
Deng Hua's temper began to rise, and he hurriedly stood up: "According to the telegram, the 40th and 43rd armies and the Qiongya column are under my command and will carry out the battle of Hainan Island. I have made my intentions clear to you, and you just won't listen. Do you admit my command? ”
Han Xianchu was also angry: "I only obey the correct command!" ”
Deng Hua slapped the table angrily: "You doubt my command, is it correct?" My decision and deployment were approved by the head of the four fields and the chairman of the Central Military Commission. Are you also right to doubt the decision of your superiors? If you want to ask Chief Lin and Luo directly for instructions, then go ahead. But I'm going to tell you, if you don't obey orders, I'll report it too. ”
On May 11, 1950, the Qiongya Column held a grand ceremony to enter the city in Haikou.
Deng Hua considered that the Qiongya Column had been fighting alone for a long time, so he decided not to let the 40th Army and the 43rd Army participate.
Deng Hua found Han Xianchu to discuss: "Your 40th Army is about to go north and form a corps with the 38th and 39th Armies. The conditions of the Qiongya Column are difficult and the equipment is backward, can you consider giving some support? It is better to leave the ** equipment captured in the battle to liberate Hainan. ”
Han Xianchu hesitated a little: "It's okay to give the Qiongya Column some equipment, but it can't all be provided by the 40th Army, and it should be shared with the 43rd Army." ”
Deng Hua continued: "You have a point. But the 43rd Army needs to stay in Hainan to guard against the Kuomintang army, and your 40th Army will get new equipment when it goes north. You can pack light even if you put down your gear.
However, Han Xianchu insisted that he would not agree unless Deng Hua gave the order in his capacity as the commander of the corps.
Deng Hua said angrily: "I've said a lot, why don't you listen." Since you ask me to give the order, well, I'll listen to you. Order: The 40th Army left all the ** equipment captured from Hainan Island, and except for a small amount as an honor display, it was not allowed to take it away. ”
Han Xianchu stood up and saluted: "I will carry out the order!" But I am not responsible for the consequences of the 40th Army. ”
The arguments between the two men have their own merits. For Deng Hua, he is the commander of the corps and needs to consider the interests of the whole. And Han Xianchu is the commander of the 40th Army, the victory of Hainan Island is their pride, and the equipment is the best proof, and giving up means losing honor.
Han Xianchu showed his attitude of taking the overall situation into account when accepting Deng Hua's order, which was in stark contrast to the previous situation when he dared to challenge Mr. Peng.
The argument between Deng Hua and Han Xianchu at work was purely out of work needs, not personal grudges. They became partners again in the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea after the Battle of Pingjin and the Battle of Hainan Island, and this time the cooperation was more tacit and there were no more disputes.