To Nie Rongzhen[1]

(October 8, 1946)

(1) It is reported that a part of Fu Zuoyi’s forces has infiltrated into Zhangbei. They must be immediately attacked and annihilated to consolidate the rear area;

(2) Fu Zuoyi may also advance eastward with a part of his forces. You must prepare to repulse this enemy; (3) Please consider transferring one brigade under Yang Chengwu from the Ping-Han front back to the Ping-Sui front.

[1] This is the main content of a telegram drafted by Mao Zedong for the Military Commission of the CPC Central Committee to Nie Rongzhen.