章節 64: The Whims of Fate (2)

Even Ōyama Iwao, Chief of the Imperial Japanese Army General Staff, watching the war situation while modifying war plans from afar, wasn't just spectating.

The last active duty division remaining in the mainland, 7th Division, joined.

3rd Army commander replaced with Kodama Gentarō, who was chief of staff.

Complete grasp of fortress structure through continued engagement.

Most artificial structures in front of fortress destroyed.

The 4th general offensive was a plan executed under the conclusion that it was somewhat possible to capture, not just a desperate struggle.

Although the two battleships that were supposed to conduct a refreshing fire battle from the sea side sank like idiots, Yamagata still thought this offensive was worth trying.

"Port Arthur fortress is vulnerable on the northwest! Turn the 7th Division that way!"

"We just need to break through one spot!"