Reinforce North-South Blocking of Reinforcements and Prevent the Enemy from Breaking Out [1]
(December 2, 1950)

Peng, Deng, Hong, and inform Song, Tao [2]:

The puppet 1st Army headquarters is moving toward Hamhung; the Capital Division is also preparing vehicles and is estimated to be moving toward Hamhung as well. The movement of the main force of the U.S. 7th Division is unknown. It is possible that the two divisions of the puppet 1st Army (the puppet Capital Division and the puppet 3rd Division) will all move to reinforce the 1st Marine Division. The main force of our 26th Army should continue to move south and take up suitable positions in order to attack enemy reinforcements. It is most advantageous for Song and Tao to strive to basically finish off the encircled 1st Marine Division and other units tonight and tomorrow night. Before the battle is decided, pay close attention to strengthening the forces blocking reinforcements and preventing breakout north and south of Huangcaoling.

Mao Zedong
13:00, December 2